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Originally Posted by gemy  Not all ppl who show actually want to be breeders of that particular breed. Some will do it for the absolute love of the breed, because they like to enjoy the sport of conformation. But certainly they would have shown commitment to the purebred dog, in the breeders eye, and are trustworthy. These folks may be a minority, how small I have no idea. |
I think I would fall into this category. I got my Nicco 4 years ago, hoping to show him, but had absolutely no desire to breed him. I see the irony in that statement. Isn't a show dog being judged on their fitness for breeding? The champion is supposed to be the best example of the breed and therefore good breeding "stock" (I don't like that word).