Breeder Recognition Scheme
The British Cane Corso Society (BCCS) Breeder Recognition Scheme identifies and supports ethical Cane Corso breeders in the UK who meet established health, welfare and breeding standards. This scheme encourages responsible canine breeding and ensures quality for owners and puppies alike.
The British Cane Corso Society welcomes breeders of all experience levels — from first litters to established kennels.
Our mission is simple:
Raise the standard of Cane Corso breeding in the UK by supporting breeders rather than excluding them.
To do this, the Society operates a tiered Breeder Recognition Scheme.
This recognises commitment to ethical practices, health testing and owner support — while giving breeders a clear pathway to develop.
Breeder recognition Tiers
The breeder recognition scheme is made up of three tiers:
Foundation, Responsible and Prestige
Why Three Tiers?
Because the Cane Corso community needs:
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More education, fewer barriers
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Better litters, not fewer breeders
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A simple ladder of continuous improvement
Standard membership is not a judgement — it is the beginning.
The British Cane Corso Society believes the breeders who grow with the breed should be the breeders the public find first.
foundation
For foundation level breeders that have demonstrated to the BCCS they are a quality breeder, meeting the following standards:
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Follow UK breeding law
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Microchip and register puppies before transfer
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Provide written care information to owners
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Treat all dogs in their care responsibly and humanely
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Maintain honest communication with owners
Foundation Breeders are welcome in the Society to learn, grow and access education and guidance.
responsible
For responsible level breeders that meet the BCCS requirement for foundational breeders, with some qualities of the Prestige tier but not all:
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Perform core health testing (hips, elbows and DSRA)
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Use a written sales contract
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Provide a comprehensive puppy pack
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Support owners with advice after sale
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Give reasonable assistance if a dog needs rehoming
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Document early socialisation
Responsible breeders are listed as Responsible Accredited and receive:
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Website listing and public promotion
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Referral for puppy enquiry requests
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Access to mentoring to progress to Prestige
prestige
For prestige level breeders that have demonstrated to the BCCS they are a high quality breeder with regards to welfare and preservation breeding practices:
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Complete full breed-relevant health testing
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Use structured socialisation programmes (e.g. Puppy Culture/ENS)
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Offer written lifetime support
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Accept or assist safe rehoming if required
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Track outcomes to continually improve breeding decisions
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Prioritise stable, family-suitable temperament
Prestige Breeders are:
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Promoted first for puppy enquiries
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Stud Spotlights
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Eligible for breeder spotlight features and club events
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Recognised as contributors to the long-term future of the breed