hobby breeder vs a breeder who shows

[xoxStephie]

I was told not to buy from a breeder who doesn't show or doesn't have champion bloodlines that are strong.. What are your thoughts?

[Kelz]

unless you are planning to show/breed your dog i don't really think it matters if they have champion blood lines

[xxmxaxrxyxx]

I agree!

[Yorkieluv]

I think the main reason why some people say that is because show breeders show and finish most of their dogs before breeding them. They really know their lines and the health of the dogs of many past generations so that health problems are not passed down to pups. Also, the dogs that they breed are within standard, obviously, as they have been shown, most of the time.

I'm not saying that show breeders are the only ones that do research into their dogs lines and such, I'm just answering your question. I know of several non-show breeders who also do research into their dogs' lines and get to know everything about where their dogs came from so that they know what to expect out of future litters. There are many reputable breeders that are not show breeders as well.

Hopefully someone else can answer your question a little better

I don't think that simply having champion bloodlines somewhere in the line makes the pups any better. That champion dog could have been bred with an out of standard dog that could be carrying genes for things such as liver shunt, legg-perthes, etc. Basically, just because someone states champion bloodlines doesn't make the dog better, in my opinion.

If you really want a dog from true champion bloodlines, then buy from a show breeder. If it's just a pet and it doesn't matter to you, then it doesn't matter.

[xoxStephie]

Thats what I thought.. As long as it was a reputable breeder that it was okay.. but thet compared a hobby breeder to a BYB.

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by xoxStephie

Thats what I thought.. As long as it was a reputable breeder that it was okay.. but thet compared a hobby breeder to a BYB.

Show Breeder/Hobby Breeder, I prefer Dog Fancier...

Show Breeders (and not all) live their dogs, put their blood sweat and tears...breed very selectively.....most may 1 or 2 litters a year and pretty much for themselves....they do not breed with the primary objective of selling puppies. Those dog fanciers that breed doing it correctly, in the best interest of the breed, do it for the pure challange of pefecting the breed, some in hopes of producing their 1st show hopeful. And then some breed to provide those that are seeking a companion yorkie that is as close to standard.....

[Yorkieluv]

Mary explains it much better than me

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by Yorkieluv

Mary explains it much better than me

Let me add one more thing.....either way.....they do know the breed and pedigrees, inside and out. And have started out with the best foundation stock (I hate that phrase, but can't think of better one) they can afford, do not start with a dog just because someone sold them one with open registration and gave them free reign to breed.

[BamaFan121s]

Nicely put Mardelin There are good and bad breeders in both categories. You just have to have a very selective, trained eye to spot the difference.

[HighlandYorkies]

To the poster: I will be hoping you get some good answers here
I think it depends what you want from your dog - some would be prepared to give any dog a home if it was in the best interests of the dog itself and they had the money to back it up with any vet bills needed - others might be wanting as near to perfect as they can get for whatever reason.
Debra, Scotland
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[Mardelin]

Why would anyone wonder. The young lady asked for an explanation, it was given....

[JESSY_RN2B]

To the original poster, good luck. There are many people on here that are willing and wanting to answer questions. Please feel free to ask. In doing so, the rest of us learn as well

[tegamom1]

Good luck in your search. You have been given some excellent advice from a very knowledgable respected show breeder. Hope you find a very nice puppy.