Co-Ownership

[Kenna]

Topknot is right on. My dh and I use to show and breed Chinese Shar-Peis and when we first started out we co-owned with a very reputable breeder. It definitely protects her line while we showed the dog. Communication is a must between both parties on what is expected and yes, everything in writing is an absolute must. Would I ever co-own a dog again? You betcha, it was a great experience and we were blessed with a wonderful dog.

[Brooklynn]

I still co-own Radar my champion yorkie even though the breeder has signed off on his papers ( I haven't turned them in yet ). I have chosen to keep him as co-owner so "YES" I can make sure he has a say in what goes with any litter Radar sires ect....and YES I will use him being co-owner as a way to handle certain situations I may not have a clear understanding as to what happens AND so he can have a say into where Radar's puppies go. In time I will change it but right now as long as he's in the show ring whether it be in the US or Canada Radar's breeder will stay on as co-owner.

Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by Brooklynn

I still co-own Radar my champion yorkie even though the breeder has signed off on his papers ( I haven't turned them in yet ). I have chosen to keep him as co-owner so "YES" I can make sure he has a say in what goes with any litter Radar sires ect....and YES I will use him being co-owner as a way to handle certain situations I may not have a clear understanding as to what happens AND so he can have a say into where Radar's puppies go. In time I will change it but right now as long as he's in the show ring whether it be in the US or Canada Radar's breeder will stay on as co-owner.

Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers

Here, Here Donna.....My breeder doesn't sell to me on a co-ownership. However, I don't do anything with my dogs unless I clear it through her. If someone approaches me for a show puppy and/or breeding, I always send them to her first for clearance. But, not all newbies are like you and I, understanding and respecting the hard work our breeders have gone through to perfect their lines.

[Brooklynn]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Here, Here Donna.....My breeder doesn't sell to me on a co-ownership. However, I don't do anything with my dogs unless I clear it through her. If someone approaches me for a show puppy and/or breeding, I always send them to her first for clearance. But, not all newbies are like you and I, understanding and respecting the hard work our breeders have gone through to perfect their lines.

Actually, Radar is the only one I've co-owned. Tucker and Cammie was sold to me without it but I had gained trust of each of their breeders they were my first show dogs.
Of course now I wouldn't have to co-own with Preston but I believe it would be a great idea for me anyway so he will always have a say in his lines and we keep that bond and trust. Besides they still know more than I and this way I'll always have an out perse with their pedigree and I don't mind "ADMITTING" that I will use it if I have too

Donna Bird
Brooklynn's Yorkshire Terriers

[delicatepuzzle]

Thank you for this. I am really interested in all that a quality breeder does/deals with. I have yet to be able to pick out my own puppy (my last two have been gifts I DO NOT RECOMMEND surprise pet gift giving ... it's just NOT nice for the new mommy/daddy or the new baby. Sure it is a free cute adorable puppy but that is only one hair that makes up the whole puppy.) So now I'm off to do my research. I really love this forum. I've had more questions answered in the past few days that I've joined than I have in the past 2 years that I've been searching for my future little girl.