Become a Registered Breeder
If you meet the below criteria, and would like to be considered for registered breeder status, please email us with the following info:
- The date you joined the club (must be at least 12 months ago).
- A list of the shows at which you have exhibited animals bred under your prefix in the past 12 months (must be at least 3).
- A list of the NFRS workshops you have attended in the past 12 months (must be at least 1).
- A current registered breeder or committee member who knows you and your setup and can vouch for you.
- The details you want listed on the register if you are approved (your rodentry name; whether you breed rats and/or mice; any contact info you want listed; website and/or Facebook page).
The registered breeders list is reviewed each year at the AGM. If any registered breeder has not; renewed membership, exhibited at least 3 NFRS shows, and attended at least 1 NFRS workshop; then their registered breeder status will be forfeit.
As a registered breeder, you will need to assist occasionally at shows with stewarding, judging, canteen, and cleaning up. A roster will be announced at the start of each year.
Become an Associate Breeder
Associate Breeder is for those still wanting to be registered with the club, but cannot meet the number of shows required each year.
If you meet the below criteria, and would like to be considered for associate breeder status, please email us with the following info:
- The date you joined the club (must be at least 12 months ago).
- A list of the shows at which you have exhibited animals bred under your prefix in the past 24 months. (must be at least 1).
- The date of the show you attended last. (Must be within three months of application).
- A list of the NFRS workshops you have attended in the past 12 months (must be at least 1).
- A current registered breeder or committee member who knows you and your setup and can vouch for you.
- The details you want listed on the register if you are approved (your rodentry name; whether you breed rats and/or mice; any contact info you want listed; website and/or Facebook page).
The following criteria must also be met:
- Must undergo a breeding setup inspection via Zoom prior to registration and yearly.
- Must complete a breeding questionnaire on registration.
- Different Membership Fees. Single: $65. Family: $83.