NORTH AMERICA BOERBOEL BREEDERS ASSOCIATION
aboutNABBA
The North America Boerboel Breeders Association, Inc (also known as NABBA) was created in February 2013 to protect the Boerboel breed, to provide a service for members and to assist anyone interested in the Boerboel breed, whether breeder, owner or enthusiast.
The purpose of NABBA is to:
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provide members quality and prompt services
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provide education to those interested in the Boerboel
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promote a leadership culture for the preservation of breed characteristics and improvement of the genetic value of the Boerboels in North America
NABBA will:
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compile and maintain precise records of the pedigrees of thoroughbred Boerboels
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enter information in the database and issue registrations, birth certificates, change of ownerships, and duplicate registrations/birth certificates
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compile and maintain a comprehensive Breed Standard
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protect and preserve the Boerboel family
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be a forum for the exchange of knowledge concerning the Boerboel
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promote and provide Boerboel shows
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promote the interest of owners/members and provide activities for social or educational purposes of the Boerboel breed
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Educational Opportunities
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The NABBA is committed to providing educational opportunities on a regular basis to its members such as:
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Appraiser Training Courses in order to acquire knowledge and skills, or to qualify as a Junior/Senior Appraiser or Judge
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Breeder Courses to encourage responsible breeding practices and to ensure correct temperament, health and conformation of the Boerboel, with emphasis on quality
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Seminars and courses to be conducted by professionals, licensed veterinarians and/or breeders, to include but not limited to:
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First Aid (Emergencies) – Medical
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Breeding – Natural, Artificial Insemination (AI) and surgical AI
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Whelping
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Proper care and Puppy Rearing
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Kenneling
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Diet/Nutrition
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Training – Obedience & Conformation
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Genetics
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Member rights & obligations:
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The NABBA is a member-oriented organization. The rights and obligations of all members are:
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apply for recording or registration of a Boerboel
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to receive all available expert and technical advice from the NABBA appraisers, officials and representatives regarding matters concerning the Boerboels
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to hold or participate in any function or event such as shows, appraisals, seminars or courses as sponsored by the NABBA