EKASA Canine Partners Program

The EKASA Canine Partners Program is designed for dog owners whose dogs are not eligible for EKASA pedigree registration. This program welcomes mixed-breed and non-pedigree dogs into the EKASA community, because all dogs deserve recognition, care, and responsible ownership.

The Canine Partners Program is not a pedigree registration and does not certify breed, lineage, or purity. It is a separate participation program created to support responsible dog ownership.

Who Is the Program For?

The EKASA Canine Partners Program is open to:

  • Owners of mixed-breed dogs
  • Owners of non-pedigree dogs
  • Dogs of any age that are not eligible for EKASA pedigree registration

All dogs that do not qualify for EKASA pedigree registration may participate in the Canine Partners Program.

What the Program Is – and Is Not

The Canine Partners Program:

  • Allows non-pedigree dogs to be recorded on the EKASA system
  • Encourages responsible ownership and identification
  • Provides access to selected EKASA-related programs or activities (where applicable)

The Canine Partners Program does NOT:

  • Register a dog as a pedigree or purebred
  • Assign or verify breed purity or lineage
  • Replace or convert to pedigree registration at any stage

Benefits of Enrolment

Dogs enrolled in the EKASA Canine Partners Program may enjoy practical and community-based benefits, which may include:

  • Official EKASA Canine Partner identification
  • Optional partner-related benefits from EKASA-approved service providers
  • Access to selected dog activities, programs, or events where permitted
  • Recognition as a responsibly owned and recorded dog

Available benefits may vary and are subject to program terms and partner availability.

Eligibility Requirements

  • The dog must not be eligible for EKASA pedigree registration
  • If your dog is not registered, you will recieve a microchip free of charge when joining the program
  • Owner details must be accurately recorded
  • The owner must agree to EKASA’s responsible ownership guidelines

Why EKASA Canine Partners?

EKASA recognises that ethical dog ownership extends beyond pedigree breeding. The Canine Partners Program exists to promote accountability, identification, and welfare for all dogs — regardless of breed or background.

How to Enrol

Dog owners may enrol their dog in the EKASA Canine Partners Program by completing the Canine Partner application and submitting the required information.

For enrolment details, fees, or further information, please visit the registration section of the EKASA website or contact EKASA directly.