The Sire of Merit & Dam of Merit Awards are not easy awards to achieve. Awards may be applied for at anytime during the year, and my be applied for after a dog has passed away. The Award is granted on a point system. The points are derived from the accomplishments of the offspring of the Sire or Dam (titles earned, longevity and other accomplishments). A brief summary of the point system is available below. The points required for a male are higher than a female as a male has the potential to be the sire of many litters, and may be collected and bred long after their passing. Females do not have the same opportunity.
To apply, please complete the online application form.
Sire of Merit: SOM
- Dogs qualifying for this award must have offspring who have earned a cumulative total of 64 points towards their sire receiving the SOM award. Points are accumulated as noted in som dom table 1.1. Points may be earned from a variety of disciplines; a minimum of 44 points must have been earned from Canadian Championship points. Each offspring may contribute a maximum of 8 qualifying points from the Conformation or Performance Venues. Offspring who obtain a LC (lived 10 years) may earn an extra 2 points (in addition to the 8 point maximum).
Dam of Merit: DOM
- Bitches qualifying for this award must have offspring who have earned a cumulative total of 40 points towards their dam receiving the DOM award. Points are accumulated as noted in som dom table 1.1. Points may be earned from a variety of disciplines; a minimum of 24 points must have been earned from Canadian Championship points. Each offspring may contribute a maximum of 8 points to the dam qualifying for the award. Offspring who obtain a LC (lived 10 years) may earn an extra 2 points (in addition to the 8 point maximum).