MAGS Constitution and By-Laws

The name of the club shall be the Mid-Atlantic Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club hereafter referred to as "MAGS" or "Club".  

The objectives of the Club shall be:

To provide a casual and relaxed social structure in which our members and their

Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs (GSMD) can come together for events focusing on the

fun-filled and working characteristics of the breed.

• To provide a support system in which our members are comfortable seeking help

in times of need.

• To educate potential puppy buyers about GSMD temperament, type, and health

concerns to better ensure happy futures for the puppies and their owners.

• To encourage and promote quality breeding of purebred GSMD and to do all

possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection.

• To urge members and breeders to accept the standard of the breed as approved

by The American Kennel Club as the only standard of excellence by which

Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs shall be judged.

• To do all in its power to protect and advance the interest of the breed.
• To encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog events and encourage goodwill,

support and cooperation among GSMD owners and fanciers.

• To provide a source of information and education to GSMD owners and the

interested public. 

 The members of the Club shall adopt and may from time to time revise such By-Laws as may be required to carry out these objectives  

 The MAGS shall not be conducted or operated for profit and no part of any profits or remainder or residue from dues, fees or donations to the Club shall accrue to the benefit of any member or individual.