Tim H -Tim H wrote:Pete, in reference to your question above, you asked it in such a way that it was not realistic.There is a lot more that goes into breeding then just the genetics but if you ignore the genetics then you don't have a breeding plan, you have a breeding accident.put it completely on the dogs genetics.
I plan my breedings based on genetics and seeing the dogs in the pedigree run. I have never bred based on who bred the dogs I was looking at. I can say that over 3 generations I've seen the dogs be better than their parents each time. Yes I put the emphasis on the dogs and not the breeder, I've never seen the breeder run a rabbit.
You can't take some pieces of a puzzle and say they are more important than the other pieces, you still won't have the full picture. However, you can still put the puzzle together even if your tutor leaves the room.It may take longer and you may have to think harder but as long as all the puzzle pieces are there you can do it.
I dont' think you are understanding what I am saying. I am not talking about a BREEDER VS. DOG. I am talking about BREEDER VS. PEDIGREE Alone. I am also not talking about looking at who the breeder is on the papers when you have two adult dogs and are trying to make a cross. If you have adult dogs then evaluate them in the field and also ref. their pedigree.
I am talking about Purchasing a Pup, would you have better luck getting a good pup buying from a reputable breeder or simply by studying the pedigree yourself and buying from Joe Blow.
-Pete