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BUT I DON'T WANT A SHOW DOG

BUT I DON'T WANT A SHOW DOG!
​BY ROBIN STANSEL

Why do people recommend choosing a breeder who shows their dogs to folks who are just looking for a pet and have no interest in showing? Why should breeding to breed standard be important to a pet home? Does it seem excessive, or “snobby”? 

It’s not, and here’s why. 

Dog shows are a means of evaluating dogs against the breed standard, to evaluate soundness, movement/gait, type, and temperament. 

Soundness: The state of physical and mental health when all organs and faculties are functioning properly, each in its rightful relation to each other.
Type: Breed type encompasses appearance, character, condition, bone structure, temperament, and movement; "breed type is all these things." Breed type also includes a character specific to each breed, a combination of behaviour, temperament and carriage that demonstrate an essence of the breed. 

Gait: The gait of a dog is its quality of movement. You want to see ease of movement, unimpaired by illness or poor structure. 

Temperament: The general attitude a dog has towards other animals and people. From the Labrador Breed Standard "True Labrador Retriever temperament is as much a hallmark of the breed as the “otter” tail. The ideal disposition is one of a kindly, outgoing, tractable nature; eager to please and non-aggressive towards man or animal. The Labrador has much that appeals to people; his gentle ways, intelligence and adaptability make him an ideal dog. Aggressiveness towards humans or other animals, or any evidence of shyness in an adult should be severely penalized."
So. That’s a very basic intro to what goes on at a show... why does this matter? You want a pet, a companion, not a show dog, right? Well, you chose a Labrador for a reason. You’ve done your research, and have read that they’re great with kids and other animals, they’re gentle, not aggressive, they make excellent companions and love spending time with their people. That their good and kind nature predisposes many Labradors to be excellent therapy dogs. Good, responsible breeders seek to preserve those definitive and positive characteristics.

What about type and structure? How the dog is put together, able to move freely and comfortably? Would you rather buy from someone who has proven publicly, over time, that the dog they’re breeding can move well, free of limp, or a structural problem? Or just trust someone who has no interest in proving their dogs? It’s your puppy’s quality of life and comfort (as well as your wallet) that’s at stake. 
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Not every dog in a well-bred litter is going to be show quality- there will ALWAYS be pet-quality puppies. Well-bred, but maybe with a slight imperfection, and those are the puppies placed in pet homes. You don’t have to want a show-quality puppy to get a well-bred puppy! 
This is not about being snobby, being elitist, thinking that one dog is “better” than another, it’s about ensuring you get a puppy that acts and looks like the breed you fell in love with. It’s about ensuring that all puppies have the best start in life, and will grow into a loving family member. It’s about loving our breed enough to want to see everything that’s good about them preserved for future generations to enjoy. If you want a healthy dog, with a properly sweet temperament, choose your breeder wisely!
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  • Bulldogs
    • Female Bulldogs >
      • Majestueux Dark N Stormy
      • Majestueux Wild Desert Rose
      • Majestueux Winters Solis
    • Studs/Male Bulldogs >
      • Ch. Mattbridge The Ruthless (Stud)
      • Majestueux The Legend Rolls On
      • Majestueux The Mighty Thor (Stud)
      • Majestueux Rebel Rebel
      • Ch Mattbridge the Avenger (Stud)
      • Majestueux Ruthless Redesign (Stud)
      • HJCH Kupakos Garrison (Imp Hun)
      • Majestueux Tsunami Von Storm (Stud)
      • Ch. Majestueux Somebody Told Me (Stud)
      • Stud Pricing Chilled & Frozen Semen
    • Retired Bulldogs >
      • Majestueux Hot Damn Here I am
      • Majestueux Talkin bout My Girl
      • Ch. Majestuex Legacy in the Makin
      • Ch. Mattbridge Painted Patch (IMP NZL)
      • Ch. Majestueux Showgirl ov Surfcity (AI)
      • Ch. Majestueux Spirit of Ecstacy
      • Majestueux Spirit of Aphrodite
      • CH. Mattbridge Maggie May
      • Mattbridge Sweet Sam
      • Mattbridge Bowie Majestueux
      • Mattbridge Chasing The Stars (Imp NZL)
      • Mattbridge Rosie Majestueux
      • CH. Majestueux LadyLuk De Surfcity (AI)
      • CH. Mattbridge Sjaak Majestueux
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      • Malaboo Oriental Emperor (Stud)
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      • Ch. Majestueux Madam Butterfly
      • Majestueux Oriental BlackBetty
    • Retired Chow Chows >
      • Ch. Malaboo Oriental Treasure
      • Ch. Malaboo Chinese Whispers
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    • Our Dogs Youtube
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    • British Bulldog Family
    • Chow Chow Family
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  • More:
    • Why Buy from a show home
    • Breed Standards >
      • British Bulldog
      • Chow Chow
    • Taking your pup home >
      • Settling in your puppy
      • Feeding your pup
      • Crate Training
      • Socialisation
    • Training >
      • Isolation training
      • Training Links
      • Training Tips
      • How to Stop your Dog jumping up
      • Keeping Children safe around dogs
      • 8 Tips to help Raise and Train Your New Puppy
    • Health and Well being >
      • Bulldog health research
      • Hip and Elbow Dysplasia - Genetic or Environmental
      • First Aid for Dogs >
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      • Why we need to Vaccinate
      • Skin and Coat Care
      • Grooming
      • Hot Weather and Heat stress
      • Feeding and Dangerous foods/Plants
      • Dog Food Aggression
    • "Rare" incorrect colour Bulldogs
    • Why do Bulldogs cost so much
    • Blog - Majix Happenings