Sentences with phrase «desirable qualities of the breed»

Overly aggressive breeding programs to remove the gene mutation may create a bottleneck effect, possibly increasing the risk of other diseases and eliminating other desirable qualities of the breed.

Not exact matches

However, with the popularity of conformation and breed judging, many breeds began to be bred for physical appearance alone, with certain physical characteristics, even those that are a hindrance to performing the jobs they were once bred for, becoming more desirable and more important than the health, vitality, and quality of life of the dog.

The goal of these shows is to exhibit purebred pooches who possess qualities deemed to be desirable for breeding.

These dogs also often carry some of the more desirable traits of popular breeds such as gentler personalities, smaller sizes and hypo - allergenic qualities.

Conscientiously plan every breeding based on parents of appropriate temperament, appearance, and other desirable qualities.