Dog shows are also a great way for the general public to
learn about a breed of dog they might be interested in owning.
I understand the love and affection that a pet can provide, but they should be
educated about the breed before bringing it into a community setting.
If you don't care about where those puppies end up, who ends up with them, or how many there are out there already, you don't
care about this breed.
In addition to being in the right place, what we know
about the breed standard and how it is interpreted is paramount to the process.
We advocate responsible pit bull ownership and educate the
public about breed specific legislation.
I'd look more for a breed club that appears to consider educating people
about their breed as a critical value of their web site.
If you have your heart set on a particular breed and it isn't available,
ask about breed rescue groups.
Frequently this breeder knows
little about the breed history or the accepted breed standard and knows even less about grooming and care.
She also aims to educate
people about the breed and how they are a lifestyle choice in hopes that fewer dogs will wind up needing rescue.
This breeder usually knows little to
nothing about the breed standard and a little less about how to properly raise a litter.
Information
about breed history, characteristics and standard, as well as puppy selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and behavior of the breed.
Potential dog owners should also do the necessary
research about breeds before making the commitment to introduce a pet into the family.
Learn more
about the breed so you can make an informed decision about whether bringing this type of canine into your home is right for you.
Most times, a breeder will have a good working relationship with their vet, and that vet will know
something about the breed.
Many
books about breed characteristics have been written, some of them based on valid scientific surveys and research.
We'll never stop people from breeding dogs so continuing to educate the public
about breeding practices is first and for most our goal in reducing the ever growing doggie population.
Because there are many Pit Bull
myths about breed aggression, it only stands that there's one about guarding.
As an Obedience Instructor and Breed Selection Consultant for 40 years, I give you my honest
opinions about the breed — I hold nothing back.