Our Breeding Requirements

To ensure responsible, ethical and scientifically sound breeding, HBB operates with strict and non-negotiable requirements. These requirements are designed to protect the dogs, support responsible breeders, and guarantee buyers the highest level of health transparency available today.

1. DNA Testing (Required)

All breeding candidates must have a complete DNA profile from an approved laboratory.
The DNA test must include:

  • Full panel for hereditary diseases

  • Coat color genetics

  • Carrier status for recessive conditions

  • Genetic diversity indicators (where available)

Without DNA data, no pairing can be evaluated or approved.

2. DLA Typing (Recommended, Strongly Encouraged)

DLA (Dog Leukocyte Antigen) testing allows us to evaluate immune-system compatibility between potential breeding partners.

DLA helps prevent:

  • autoimmune diseases

  • immune weakness

  • reduced vitality in offspring

While not mandatory, DLA typing is highly recommended and may be required in specific breeds or high-risk lines.

3. Pair-Based Evaluation Only

HBB does not approve individual dogs for breeding.
We approve a specific pair, based on:

  • DNA compatibility

  • Avoidance of double-carrier combinations

  • Immune-system diversity

  • Genetic relatedness

  • Color-gene safety

  • Known hereditary risk factors

Each pairing is evaluated manually by an HBB specialist.

A certificate is valid only for that one specific pair.

4. No Inbreeding or Linebreeding

HBB rejects any pairing that shows:

  • inbreeding

  • linebreeding

  • close genetic relationships

  • elevated DNA-based inbreeding coefficients

Genetic diversity is a core value of the HBB system.

5. Mandatory Filing of DNA Reports

Both dogs must have their official DNA result files submitted with the pairing request:

Accepted formats include:

  • PDF

  • Digital report links

  • Official lab exports

Screenshots or incomplete results are not accepted.

6. Manual Expert Review

Every pairing is personally reviewed by HBB staff.
We do not use automatic software or statistical shortcuts.

Manual review includes:

  • Full genetic compatibility analysis

  • Assessment of health risk factors

  • Evaluation of coat-gene safety

  • DLA comparison (if available)

  • Examination of recessive disease markers

7. No Show-Based or Cosmetic Criteria

HBB does not take into account:

  • show titles

  • cosmetic traits

  • exterior judging

  • club trophies or awards

  • pedigree prestige

Health comes first — always.

8. Honest Declaration of Known Health Issues

Breeders must inform HBB if:

  • a dog has known health problems

  • siblings or close relatives have conditions that may affect risk

  • there are previous litters with genetic concerns

Honesty protects both the breed and the breeder.

9. Responsible Sale of Puppies

Breeders approved under HBB must:

  • provide buyers with HBB documentation

  • explain what the certificate means

  • avoid misleading claims about health guarantees

  • ensure puppies leave in healthy, well-cared-for condition

10. Compliance With Local Animal Welfare Laws

HBB approval does not replace legal requirements.
Breeders must adhere to all local, national and regional animal welfare regulations.