Our Journey of Pet Pride
AMA's story begins with a simple idea that wags its tail in all directions: every pet deserves celebration, recognition, and a big shiny spot in our hearts (and in a database, too!). After years of loving all creatures great and small, our founder noticed that mixed-breed and not-so-typical pets rarely found a home in official rosters. Neighborhood pooches, sassy tabby cats, chirpy birds, and even some particularly eccentric amphibians simply didn't fit the pedigree mold - but each had something special that set them apart. That spark of uniqueness inspired the creation of the American Mongrel Association! With a passion for recognizing the beauty of differences, AMA was started to toss out the old rulebooks and welcome everyone - fur, feathers, and fins included. Here, there is no such thing as 'just a mutt' or 'just a pet.' We celebrate diversity, personality, and the quirky characteristics that make your companion an icon in their own right. Instantly digital and endlessly inclusive, AMA is all about joining hands (or paws) in a modern community where every animal gets their moment to shine. Membership here means pride, belonging, and a dose of fun - and that's at the very heart of what we do.
Meet Our Founder
Raymond Johnson
Founder, Owner
Raymond B. Johnson is the founder and owner of the American Mongrel Association (AMA), a playful yet heartfelt initiative dedicated to celebrating pets of all kinds—no pedigree required. With a deep appreciation for the unique charm and individuality of every animal (and even the occasional human “pet”), Raymond created the AMA to give every companion the recognition they deserve.
Inspired by a lifelong love of animals and a sense of humor about the world of formal pet registries, Raymond built the AMA as an inclusive, lighthearted alternative—where dogs, cats, hamsters, birds, amphibians, and more can all proudly belong. Through official membership certificates, he aims to bring smiles to pet owners while honoring the special bond between people and their companions.
Under his leadership, the AMA continues to grow as a fun, welcoming community that celebrates the wonderfully mixed, the perfectly imperfect, and the truly one-of-a-kind