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Originally Posted by Marilize  I agree completely that the quality of Yorkies are declining greatly! That's why we are starting a club in South Africa. The quality is terrible here!
With regards to studding, I wouldn't use a stud who hasn't been shown in the show ring. It is paramount that you breed with the best available and if you can choose a stud, why not pay a little extra and go for a champ?
Responsible champion-stud owners also won't let their studs be bred with just any bitch and they should study the bitch's pedigree to determine compatibility. Chances are that if a champ owner won't allow their champ to be bred to a bitch, that bitch isn't standard, isn't healthy or isn't compatible with regards to genetics.
I think that if you are considering studding your dog, you need to get him involved in the show ring first to ensure that he is a good representation of the breed. I'd only stud him out if he is a champion, but that's just me. |
I totally agree! I hear a lot of people say, "Well, I only want a pet, not a show dog!" This is so stupid! When breeding - you should be only breeding the best to the best quality. I have either paid a lot to make sure I was breeding the best, or have traveled even to another state for a breeding. When breeding - the breeder is totally responsible for the quality of pups they bring into the world. Why not do it correctly and breed to top standards and not settle for the less just to get pups. By showing your dogs, you are taking the time and money to make sure you are doing all you can to make sure the quality is there. Plus you actually may just have some fun in the process. Shows can be a lot of fun and a feeling of acomplishment too.
P.S. Most people I know will only breed to a champion stud.
Nice post Marilize!