Read About Dog Breed Clubs
How to Dog Breed Clubs
The Facts:
Breed clubs are voluntary organizations formed by people who are lovers of that particular breed dogs and the clubs are dedicated to the welfare of such breeds. 
A breed club's major activity is to promote and uphold the particular breed they are committed to and they try to preserve that breed's standard and encourage, in most cases, the breed's original usage or purpose. Breed clubs also form rules for the breeders and all the member breeders are obligated to respect the rules. The rules and ethics are formulated to ensure the breed is protected and the health of the litter is predictably stable. Breed clubs also hold regular shows for confirmation, obedience, agility and other breed specific performance classes. There are literally hundreds of dog breed clubs across the country. Most breed clubs are members of a parent club that is either breed specific or pertaining to all dogs. But there are individual breed clubs also that prescribe their own breed standards and register breeds and breeders into their clubs. Joining a dog into breed specific or any dog club is not a necessity but can prove to be very useful. In fact it is all the more better to approach a breed club even before you buy a dog so that you could be referred to reliable breeder. Supplies:
You do not need any supplies to approach a breed club either for registering your dog or to get breeder referrals. What to Do:
If you are planning to buy a
puppy or dog of a particular breed you must look up the specific breed club nearest to you. Read about the club and its activities at their online websites or request club information at the club office. Make sure the club is dedicated and is a reputed organization. Request the club for their member list of breeders. Ask them for references to particular breeders who are reliable and close to your location. But make sure you explain your need in detail. Some people prefer dogs while others prefer to buy pups. Also there are preferences like companion pets and pets for showing or performance. Explain your needs and let the club direct you to appropriate breeder. Once you buy from the breeder you must proceed with the registration of the breed at the club. You will be issued a form. The name of the pet must be chosen according to certain rules and make sure you acquire the club's handbook of rules and registration procedures. You will be issued a certificate once you pet is registered. You could also enter your pet, if eligible, in the club's events and shows. Special Considerations:
Not all breeds are recognized by the major clubs like American Kennel Club. Breeds like Alaskan Husky are not recognized by AKC while some specific colors in recognized breeds are looked upon as faults and will not be recognized. 
White in German Shepherds is one such example. Some breeds like the Chinook, are listed under the Foundation Stock Service which simply means that though these breeds are not yet recognized they will soon be in near future. Other Tips:
Check out the breeder's reputation even when they are members of breed clubs. Breed clubs cannot practically keep all the members under tabs and consequentially some breeders may take advantage of it. Expense:
The price of registration in breed clubs is very minimal.
