AC,
First we don't say or advertise that the jrts are 'purebred', we say that they are JRTCA/CC reg'd. And we explain what that means, that those registries are legit, they are actually older than the AKC PRTS.
Just because a breed isn't AKC/CKC or APA recognized, doesn't mean the animal isn't a purebred. There are some breeds out there that the mother club and breeders don't want in Kennel Club, therefore they don't seek recogniation. Doesn't mean the dogs aren't purebred or come from a very long line of (often going back over a hundred + years etc).
Most people have never heard of the APA here in Canada..............including those who breed dogs and horses.
The APA hardly enforces their rule of 'purebred' in advertising anyway......if that was the case they would be nailing people that advertise on websites and classifieds all the time, which they don't. I suppose if someone complained they would act.............
There also seems to be some confusion as to what Recording is. It means, that jrts that don't have the proper paperwork to be reg'd or dogs that don't meet the breed standard if Recorded with the club can compete in many of the events held at sanctioned trials. They just can't be entered in the Breeding conformation classes.
This is taken from the JRTCA's site on Recording, hope it makes it a bit clearer.
Recording Requirements
Application. The application simply requires the name of the owner, the name of the dog, the dog's measurements, and parents if known. Rescue dogs are very welcome... if the parents and/or birth date are unknown, your terrier is still eligible for recording.
Photo. One photo is required, which is simply for your dog's identification in their permanent record.
Proof of spay/neuter. This can be in the form of a note from your vet, your Russell Rescue contract, or any other official paperwork that proves your terrier is spayed/neutered. There are no pedigree or other paperwork requirements, no complete vet certification requirement.
Fee. The fee to record a spayed/neutered terrier is only $15, which is the club's minimum cost for the administration of the recording.
Benefits of Recording your Terrier
Recording your terrier offers you and your terrier several benefits. When the JRTCA implements the registration/recording requirement for sanctioned trials, obviously it will give you the continued opportunity to participate in sanctioned trials. However, recording your terrier also offers the following benefits.
Permanent Record. Recording your terrier places a permanent record of your terrier, with photo, in the club's records.
Certificate of Recording. Once recorded, your terrier is issued a very attractive Certificate of Recording.
Certificate Programs. When recorded, your terrier is eligible to participate in the JRTCA's Certificate Programs and to earn certificates in Obedience, Agility, Go-to-Ground, and Natural Hunting. There are several levels of obedience and agility. Earning JRTCA certificates allows your terrier to be eligible for certificate classes at sanctioned trials.
Height Cards. If your terrier enjoys racing or GTG, and may be "borderline," you may acquire an official measurement and height card once recorded.
Please contact the club office for a recording application!