I do not know if there is a valid reason to produce pets to populate the world. If all I wanted was a pet dog to love, I would adopt a small puppy from the pound..BUT I want a Yorkie. I love the breed, everything about it..I want my "pet" to look like a Yorkie, act and be all Yorkie.
How is that achieved? IMO that is done by studying the standard, go to shows, show, keep in close contact with other reputable breeders etc.. and produce the best example of the breed as possible.
If strict adherance is not paid to the standard, then in a matter of a few short years, the Yorkie will not be a Yorkie...it is the responsibility of the ethcial, responsible, reputable breeder to preserve the breed. |