Interesting thread, I'm a non-breeder yet I've noticed myself developing a critical eye. Lately, through talking to Mardelin, I've learned about proper ear set and proper tail set, and I hate when I look at Joey with a critical eye! I do think all dogs are cute in their own unique way, but when I see a breeder whose breeding dogs have so many faults, it makes it even harder to hold my tongue. Maybe if pet owners would develop more of a critical eye, they would support better breeders. For a long time, pet owners only seemed interested in size, or color. Don't get me wrong, I don't think pet owners need the perfect dog, but I think they should support breeders who's breeding dogs are great examples of the breed. |