Vae Victis Cane Corso, AKC Kennel Inspection

When we registered our kennel with the AKC, we agreed to be inspected by an AKC representative at any time. On Tuesday, July 29th 2025, we had our first ever kennel inspection. It is important to remember that not all kennels are registered with the AKC, and there are various reasons for this, one of them being the dreaded inspection. That's not to say we were super excited to be inspected, but we were excited to show the AKC what we have accomplished and what we have planned for the future and maybe even learn something new from the "inspector/agent"

First, some background on the AKC and kennel inspections:

• The AKC oversees a formal Routine Kennel Inspection Program, conducted by field agents across the U.S., to verify breeder compliance with best practices. Since 2000, the AKC has conducted over 70,000 inspections nationwide

• During inspections, agents check:

  • Facility cleanliness, the dogs’ health, and living conditions

  • Proper ID (microchip, tattoos, or collar tags)

  • Accurate record‑keeping—breeders must keep records for at least 5 years, often maintained both on paper and online

• If minor issues are found, the breeder is guided toward improvement. But major deficiencies can lead to penalties: suspended AKC privileges, fines, or referral to law enforcement.

As the only AKC & ICCF registered Cane Corso kennel in south-central Kansas, Vae Victis Cane Corso is subject to this inspection program

Why should anyone care?

Located near Wichita, Kansas, Vae Victis Cane Corso is fully registered and recognized by both the AKC and the International Cane Corso Federation (ICCF) and until recently, we were active members of the Cane Corso Association of America.

• Our kennel emphasizes:

  • Health testing of breeding dogs

  • Competition titles and performance involvement to verify breed standards

  • A two-year health guarantee against severe genetic conditions (hip/elbow dysplasia, etc.) and lifetime breeder support

These commitments reflect alignment with AKC expectations for responsible breeders.

So how did we do?

The AKC inspection itself is not public and not typically summarized or posted by breeders, it should be. Rather, it serves as a regulatory check. Successful completion means they maintain compliance—not a public certificate.

If you want concrete proof:

• Ask any breeder you are considering purchasing a puppy from for documentation of recent AKC field inspection or confirmation that they maintain records as required.

• Reputable breeders may voluntarily share health-clearance reports (OFA, etc.), pedigrees of sire/dam, and photo/video evidence of puppies with their environment.

Our results speak for themself, and that helps validate our transparency and legitimacy.

To answer the question, "how did we do?" We did fantastic! we were found to be 100% in compliance with AKC standards. A copy of our inspection report is provided below.