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Originally Posted by yorkiekist  I was just wondering: how can a labradoodle breeder be a preferred breeder by the CKC? |
Let me just add...
I don't completely understand the whole "preferred breeder" status that they have or how it qualifies the breeders there as being held to a higher standard.
Among other requirements, you aquire that title by meeting enough of their pre-set 'requirements' all assigned a point value. After you have met enough to aquire a certain amount of points, you are awarded the title--proper dog runs, grooming area, kennel, etc. Problem is, not every breeder has a kennel area or a specified whelping room. My bathroom/kitchen counter is where I groom my dogs--I hardly think that would count.
The other half of the points are givens...water was provided for the dogs, dogs are on a feeding schedule...
How does that "set you apart?"
Some are valid...health testing required, participation in events, etc, but not enough to get you the point total you need to qualify.
See what I mean...but it comes with a nice fee to CKC every year. What is the point of a buying a title that means nothing? It's meaningless. If you have to buy a title to set yourself apart from other breeders...well, maybe there are some things in your program you should focus on improving....
