Breeder Support Program
Prioritize the health and well-being of your puppies with AKC Pet Insurance.
Breeder Support Program Benefits
Built with you in mind, we’re giving breeders what they really need. A few things people love about us:
Get Support
By partnering with breeders, the Breeder Support Program at AKC Pet Insurance helps ensure puppies get the best healthcare coverage as they transition to their forever homes.
Easy Access
When you register your litter with the American Kennel Club, you automatically become eligible to participate in the Breeder Support Program, with no cost or minimum requirements.
Educate Puppy Buyers
Through the Breeder Support Program, we help breeders educate new puppy buyers about the importance of quality healthcare for their puppies.
Initial 30 Days of Pet Insurance Coverage*
Participating in the Breeder Support Program and providing information about our Initial 30 Days of Pet Insurance Coverage shows potential puppy buyers that you care about your puppies' health and well-being.
Access Expert Support
AKC Pet Insurance's Breeder Support Specialists are available to offer expert guidance and support to participating breeders, helping them navigate insurance options and ensure their puppies receive quality healthcare coverage.
Provide Added Value
By participating in the Breeder Support Program, you can provide added value to your customers by offering them information about the Initial 30 Days of Pet Insurance Coverage and demonstrating your commitment to the health and well-being of your puppies.
Initial 30 Days of Pet Insurance Coverage
Give your puppy buyers our new and improved initial 30 days of accident and illness coverage* included with AKC registration. No credit card or commitment required to activate this offer.
Pet Safety Handbook
Send your puppies home with this complimentary reference guide.
Breeder Discounts
Breeders of Merit and Bred with H.E.A.R.T. breeders may receive a 10% discount** on full-term policies for their personal pets.
Breeding Coverage
Get coverage for your breeding stock to help manage expenses in the event of unforeseen accidents, illnesses, or complications related to breeding, pregnancy, whelping, or nursing.
*The AKC Pet Insurance initial 30 days of accident and illness coverage is administered by PetPartners, Inc. Insurance is underwritten and issued by Independence American Insurance Company (rated A- "Excellent" by A.M. Best) with offices at 11333 N. Scottsdale Rd, Suite 160, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Not available in all states (including CA and WA) and available to U.S. residents. Eligibility restrictions apply. Activation required for coverage to take effect. Premium is deferred on initial 30 days of coverage. Visit https://www.akcpetinsurance.com/akc-offer or call 1-866-725-2747 for more information or to review terms and conditions.
**Note: Discounts not available in all states. Some exclusions apply. Maximum discount per policyholder cannot exceed 15%. Multi-pet discount is automatically applied at checkout when enrolling multiple pets on one policy. Contact the Breeder Support Specialist for details.
Pet Safety Handbook
Welcoming a new puppy into the home comes with a lot of responsibility. By providing our complimentary Pet Safety Handbook, you can help educate your puppy buyers to ensure they raise a happy, healthy puppy. This concise reference guide provides puppy owners with some basic tips and tools to ensure a successful start to dog ownership.
What’s included:
Puppy Essentials
Health and Safety Tips
Common Toxins and Poisons
Grooming Tips
Vitals and First Aid
Emergency Contact information
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