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Originally Posted by WalnutHill  That's basically what I said - what I was saying is that conformation shows are a way for breeders to show off their stock and compete against one another. But, some people only breed in order to show their dogs - and nothing else matters. They aren't breeding to do anything but win - they aren't involved in anything except showing.
I agree that if you don't show, then you should re-think why you are breeding. Not because showing is the only reason to breed, but because showing (and doing well) "confirms" that your breeding stock "conforms" to the standard.
Hoe that makes sense the 2nd time around. |
When I read the words, "show off" you seem to be referring more to the breeder's self-esteem and not them really wanting to properly evaluate their dogs. I'm sure there are breeders that do it for the wrong reasons, as with anything, but I was trying to point out that this isn't really why showing started, and it's not a frivolous thing. I use to think it was, and there may be others who don't understand the true purpose of showing.