Hi~I just thought I would update on "Hippo"!!
I know what you mean about feeling bad a 'blue' showed up!! I did as much research & educating myself on the breed before I started & when this happened I really felt responsible!! However, now~the more I research about 'blue borns' the more I see that it happens more than breeders let on!! It's still a 'taboo' thing~but I think it's becoming less of an issue as more & more breeders are letting them 'survive' & are finding they are healthy~just not 'breed standard' with their coat!! So I would say~do not listen to 'fear mongers' & let them live~just don't breed them!!
I really was hopeful his head was showing signs of 'breaking colors' but I'm not so convinced yet~as his ears are already hairless at this point & his fur is very wiry & short all over!! However, his tan fur is thick & lush!!
I think he is adorable not matter what his fur though~he is so lovable & very intelligent!! He is the only one completely pad trained & is eating hard puppy food like a champ!! He is very healthy so far & very bright!! I'll get some updated pics on here of him too!!
Hope everyone is having a great holiday season so far!!