 Breeding without showing?
Ok I have a feeling this post might end up being a debate, but I truly am curious. Especially after seeing the thread that says that almost half of the people who voted would/will breed their dog(s).
Those who don't ever plan on showing your dogs, why would you breed your dog(s)? Is it just to have one litter to keep a pup from your beloved dog? Is it to make money?
Showing does not make a reputable breeder, but not showing is a red flag to find someone else.
A representative sample of the breeder's dogs should be shown to their championship to have other opinions about the dog's quality. Showing is all about evaluating for breeding quality. I know of a few older breeders who don't title their own dogs but sell a representative sample of the breeding program to people who do show. These are older people who have been in the breed for a number of years.
IMO, the only reason to breed it to improve the breed. If you are not showing and learning about structure, your sole opinion on the dog's quality doesn't mean a whole lot. I want multiple opinions and I want a breeder who understands what they are putting together and how it functions.
(And I really don't want to start a fight or offend anyone here. I'm truly just curious about those who don't have the same opinion as me) |