Registry of Merit

In recognition of their contributions to the breed, the VCA awards the Registry of Merit (ROM) Certificate to those Vizslas whose offspring reflect the breed’s character and purpose, as evidenced by the titles achieved.

ROM status is given to a sire who accomplishes the following:

1. Produces progeny earning at least 36 titles points among them, but no fewer than 5 and no more than 12 progeny may qualify. To qualify, each progeny must earn either
   1. 3-point or higher title or
   2. any combination of two 2-point titles, except that no more than three progeny may so qualify
2. Produces qualifying progeny in at least two of the four areas represented or one Versatility Certificate progeny. The four areas are conformation, field/hunting, obedience/rally/agility, and tracking.

ROM status is given to a dam who accomplishes the following:

1. Produces progeny earning at least 24 title points among them, but no fewer than 5 and no more than 9 progeny may so qualify. To qualify, each progeny must earn either
   1. a 3-point or higher title or
   2. any combination of two 2-point titles, except that no more than three progeny may qualify
2. Produces qualifying progeny in at least two of the four areas represented or one Versatility Certificate progeny. The four areas are conformation, field/hunting, obedience/rally/agility, and tracking.

General Guidelines & Tabulation

The ROM recognizes the dog or bitch who qualifies. Certificates are mailed to the name and address on the application. ROM credit is given for AKC titles earned in all areas of endeavor as well as the VCA Versatility Certificate program. Points for titles on each dog are added across from column to column but not vertically within the same column. For example, a dog with a UD earns 5 points, not the total for CD + CDX + UD. An FC or AFC earns 7 points, but an FC + AFC earn only 9 points because some of the amateur points count for both titles. The VC is worth 3 points if earned by versatility tests passed or 8 points if earned as CH + CD + SH in AKC competition. However, totaling the two for 11 points is not allowed. Dogs earning an NA and NAP may take only 3 points, not 2 points, for the NA and an additional 2 points for the NAP. In addition, triple champions accumulate points for CH + FC + OTCH. Dual champions earn points for CH + FC.

Applications must be filled out completely, including OFA numbers of sires and dams, and must be signed. Please attach copies of all documentation so it can be cross-referenced to the application. Once the information is verified, the ROM certificate will be sent. There is no fee for a dog belonging to a VCA member in good standing. The fee for a dog belonging to a nonmember is $35. Checks should be made payable to the Vizsla Club of America, Inc. Applications received without an accompanying check will not be processed. If you have any questions or want a mailing address or phone number, please contact Karen Lake at karen@moonlightvizslas.com.

Download Registry of Merit list PDF
Download Registry of Merit Guidelines
Download Registry of Merit Application
Download Registry of Merit Point Schedule