[lisatodd]

i got kirby as a puppy. he is perfect in everyway. i had him tested for all the genetic defects and he past all of the test. he has no champions in his pedigree but this doesn't mean he isn't any better. he looks just as good as a show dog. his temperament is perfect. he is playful and loving. his coloring is beautiful. he has a silky coat on him. just because there is champion in the pedigree does not mean it is a champion worthy dog. sometimes the champion is the great grandmother or father and their has been many breeding since w/o a champion. so don't think you have to have this in the pedigree to get a beautiful stud dog. of course, look at the history, see the parents (a must) and look at the dog himself. look at puppies being bred to be show dogs and this can give you an excellent idea of what to look for in the puppy. i hope this helps. you don't have to spend a fortune on a stud dog if you know what to look for. some show dogs have NO champion in the pedigree but do to good breeding, you get that beautiful breed of a yorkshire terrier