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Originally Posted by shelbysmom
Isn't a show breeder just someone who shows dogs? I think there are reputable experienced show breeders and hobby breeders that show...but anyone can show. It doesn't mean the dogs are healthy or the breeder is ethical, it just means they show dogs?
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Originally Posted by BlumoonYorkies Very good answer for someone who does not show.
Let me elaborate some. First a reputable show breeder loves thier dogs and does NOT sell to BYB or mills or anyone to just be used as a breeder. We feel one should get into showing as it helps to learn about the health in pedigree's, what the dogs look like in the pedigree's from other exhibitors, as well as learning the proper structure, movement, type and balance. VS pedigree's that say Sally Sue is the mother and Joe Jones is the father. There are also reputable show breeder's who breed for themselves, not for the glory or to sell puppies for show to make another Champion. And then there are disreputable show breeder's. Once becoming a show breeder you learn the differences and know quality! |
True, I don't show dogs. I am not even a breeder.
But I did everything I could to learn about the breed and breeders before I bought my pup. I remember reading that buying from a show breeder will help insure that you are buying from someone who cares about the breed and the standard of the breed. Sounds good right?
I wish.
People show for all sorts of reasons. Finding someone that shows for the
right reasons is tough. Finding an experienced reputable breeder who shows their dogs for the right reason AND has pet quality pups available is WAY tough
