MEMBERSHIP:

REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES

The Club seeks candidates who have demonstrated genuine interest in Salukis and the sport of purebred dogs and who intend to be active, contributing members. A history of involvement in Club events is helpful. Prospects are expected to manifest the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and humane practices.

To meet the specifications of membership, you must currently own or co-own a Saluki and have been involved with the breed for a minimum of seven years, maintaining one or more Salukis in your home for that period. If you are a breeder, you will need to document both a selective breeding program and the disposition of all get. You must be in good standing with the AKC, and agree to abide by the SCOA Code of Ethics and uphold the Constitution, which outlines the Club purpose in Sec. 2.

To join, you must be at least 18 years of age and be sponsored by two SCOA members who are not related to you or each other through family, household or business. Your primary sponsor will request an application packet from the Membership Chairman. It will include an introduction letter, your application form, copies of the Code of Ethics, Constitution and By-Laws, a list of Committees and what they do, and the membership roster so you can make the acquaintance of other members. A married couple may apply on one application if both sign the form.

Your main sponsor will guide you through the application process, but in brief:

• Your completed application with appropriate fee and comments from both sponsors goes to the Membership chair.
• Your name will appear in the next quarterly SCOA Newsletter and the Membership chair will receive comments from the general membership. You and both sponsors will be notified of any comments so that you may respond.
• After 30 days your application will be reviewed by the Membership Committee, which will make a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
• The Board will vote on your application – a 2/3 affirmative vote is necessary to elect an applicant to the membership; and you and your sponsors will be notified of its decision.
• The entire process usually takes between six and nine months.