Breeding

We know that responsible breeding is of the greatest importance to secure a future of healthy and happy dogs suited to perform the tasks we ask them to. In the NKU, the Nordic countries work closely together on a number of issues related to breeding

Through the years, the NKU has made and implemented a number of important decisions in order to help breeders and kennel clubs work towards sustainable breeding of pedigree dogs. 

Below you will find some of the areas in which the NKU have made important decisions and worked to implement these across the Nordic countries.

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  • Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome

    Statements and proposals regarding respiratory health in brachycephalic dogs

  • Recognise new dog breeds

    NKU decided in 2018 on new rules for recognition of breeds that are not recognised by the FCI. Breeds can be recognised by any of the NKU-countries and the other countries should be informed at NKU/AU meetings.

  • Health programs

    Health is one of the most important aspects of dog breeding and a central area for Nordic cooperation. Here you can find important decisions made by the NKU related to canine health.

  • Registration

    The Nordic Kennel Union works to harmonise the way dogs are registered in the Nordic countries. Here you can find important NKU decisions aimed to find solutions to issues regarding registration.