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Originally Posted by Mardelin  The YTCA question although a good one, not really necessary, not all good breeders belong to the club. It's a matter of choice, but very difficult to become a member. It consists mostely of exhibitor/breeders or those that have retired from showing, with a few pet owners. And most of the time one has to be invited to become a member, so if one doesn't show, you haven't had the opportunity to network and be sponsored by existing members.
But do a google search on how to find a good breeder. I've stated over and over you buy your breeder first then your puppy. |
I'm not following you around today, Mardelin, honest. Again I have to thank you for such a thoughtful comment. While YTCA is overall a good sign, it is by no means a guarantee of good breeding. And, some of us choose not to pursue membership for a variety of reasons. For my part, I'm in New England. The entire region has maybe 10 members listed in the breeder directory with only 4 or 5 of those showing. Only one in my state shows. It's just darned difficult to cultivate the friendships and navigate the political waters---My breeding also is very international and I don't want to defend things like whether or not to dock a tail to conform to a standard I pledged to uphold. Anyway, YTCA is good, but if a breeder otherwise looks good and doesn't belong, ask why and evaluate the answer yourself.