This code of Ethics is established to set a standard of acceptable behavioral limits for THE GREATER DALLAS SCOTTISH TERRIER CLUB members. The Code is designed to protect the interests of the club and to protect and preserve the Scottish Terrier. THE GREATER DALLAS SCOTTISH TERRIER CLUB expects adherence to the code. Blatant disregard for the standards set out in this code will not be condoned.

THE GREATER DALLAS SCOTTISH TERRIER CLUB was formed and exists to encourage and promote responsible ownership and quality breeding of pure-bred Scottish Terriers and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. It is committed to do al in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed and to encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog shows. Toward these ends, the following practices are condemned as unethical and, if proven, shall constitute misconduct prejudicial to the best interests of the Club or the breed as provided by Article VII of the By-Laws.

By signing the Code of Ethics, I/we acknowledge that I/we understand and agree with the purposes of THE GREATER DALLAS SCOTTISH TERRIER CLUB; that I/we will do my/our best to promote the best interests of the club and the breed; and that I/we will not engage in any practice which is unethical or prejudicial to the best interests of the Club. Furthermore, I/we will conduct myself/ourselves in a manner of good sportsmanship at dog shows, and obedience and performance events, so as to reflect positively on the sport of pure-bred dogs.