Don’t Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater: Finding Balance in Responsible Breeding
Lexa Richmond explores responsible dog breeding, focusing on balance, brood bitches, and long-term strategy over trend-driven decisions.
April 28, 2026
Lexa Richmond explores responsible dog breeding, focusing on balance, brood bitches, and long-term strategy over trend-driven decisions.
Doug Johnson reflects on the value of mentorship in breeding, urging newcomers to learn and trust experience to build stronger programs.
Backcross breeding could be the next step for purebred dogs, offering genetic diversity, health, and longevity beyond current trends.
Rare dog breeds are vanishing. Learn why preserving breed diversity matters—and how every dog lover can help protect their future.
Exploring the tension between genetic diversity and breed preservation—why DNA testing, not COI alone, should guide our choices.
Not all breeders are the same. Learn why the word “breeder” deserves a closer look and why the difference truly matters for dogs.
Amid declining show entries, a breeder urges prioritizing show homes and rethinking how we support newcomers to preserve the sport.
To preserve purebred dogs, breeders must honor tradition while evolving to meet the needs of today’s dog buyers and culture.