Instructions for Registry Transactions

Guidelines are provided below for each of the following transactions:

To Register Pups:

  • You must be a current member for this transaction.
  • Only the breeder, owner of the dam at whelping, may submit application and payment to register pup(s). This policy has been in effect since 2004.
  • Complete the registration form. Please PRINT clearly using black or blue ink.  Incomplete or illegible applications will not be processed.  An editable registration form is also available allowing information to be typed in, saved and printed.
  • The owner of the sire must sign and certify the mating date.
  • If the sire or dam is registered with another accepted registry (ISDS, CBCA, SASDA or AWBC) and has not had pups registered with ABCA in the past then you must provide the original certificate from that registry. In the case of ISDS, please include a copy of that parents 4-generation pedigree. The original certificate will be returned with your order. You do not need to submit certificates for ABCA registered parents.
  • The registration form provides space for 8 pups to be registered. Make another copy of the back/2nd page if there are more than 8 pups.
  • Certificates for all pups will be mailed to the breeder for dispersal to pup owners.
Registration fee for each puppy or dogCash/Check/Credit Card*
(U.S. Dollars)
Before one year from date of birth$15
Over one year but less than two years$30
Over two years
(DNA test required for dog and
both parents, U.C. Davis accepted)		$45
* Visa, Mastercard or Discover

To Register a Dog with ABCA from ISDS, CBCA, SASDA, AWBC:

  • You must be a current member for this transaction.
  • The dog must be registered in your name with the current (other) registry.
  • Send in the original certificate (ISDS, CBCA, SASDA or AWBC) and the appropriate fee. The original will be returned with your order.
  • In the case of ISDS registration, a copy of the dogs 4-generation pedigree must be provided.
  • Fee: $15 (Cash/Check/Credit Card, U.S. Dollars)

To Transfer Ownership of an ABCA Dog:

  • The previous owner or new owner may submit a transfer of ownership for a dog.
  • Membership is required to transfer ownership.
  • Please submit the original ABCA certificate along with the appropriate fees.
  • It must be signed by the previous owner in the lower left corner.
  • The date requested is the actual date of sale.
  • Complete the lines above the previous owner signature with the new owner information (please print).
  • You may change the name of the dog if it has had no registered offspring. Writing directly on the certificate (top left); strike the name you do not wish to use and print the new name. Maximum allowed, 14 characters (letters and spaces combined).
  • Instructions for transfer can also be found on the back of the certificate.
  • Fee: $15 (Cash/Check/Credit Card, U.S. Dollars)

Hip Certification:

  • Send the dog’s original certificate with a copy of the hip certification and appropriate fee.
  • Please note we accept hip results from OFA or Cornell Hip
  • The results must reflect the ABCA number and birthdate for the dog.
  • Fee: $5 (Cash/Check/Credit Card, U.S. Dollars)

Eye Certification:

  • Send the dog’s original certificate with a copy of the eye (clear) certification and appropriate fee.
  • Please note we accept CEA results from Optimal Selection, Paw Print Genetics and Gene Check.
  • The results must reflect the ABCA number and birthdate for the dog.
  • Fee: $5 (Cash/Check/Credit Card, U.S. Dollars)

To Replace a Lost or Damaged Certificate:

  • You may contact the office for a replacement certificate by mail or by phone.
  • Fee: $10 (Cash/Check/Credit Card, U.S. Dollars)

To Add Non-Breeding Status to a Dog or Pup

  • The non-breeding form is often submitted along with a registration or transfer but can be submitted separately. If the form is submitted with a registration or transfer there is no extra fee.
  • Both the breeder and the first owner of record must sign the form.

Sample Filled out Registration Form and Attachments

Registration Fees

FeesCash/Check/Credit Card *
(U.S. Dollars)
Registration for each puppy or dog:
Before one year from date of birth$15
Over one year but less than two years$30
Over two years
(DNA test required for dog and
both parents, U.C. Davis accepted)		$45
Transfer of Ownership$15
Replacement certificate or correction$10
OFA Designation$5
CEA Designation$5
American Border Collie Association Decals$1
Non-Breeding Status
Additionno fee
Removal (per dog)$15
* Visa, Mastercard or Discover

Returned Applications

Sometimes registrations or transfers cannot be processed because they are illegible, incomplete or inaccurate.

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