Carla Rose | Rose Pugs

Interview with Carla Rose, Breeder of Rose Pugs

1. Please tell us a little bit about yourself. Where do you live? How many years in dogs? How many years as a breeder? What is your kennel name?
2. What are the hallmarks of your breed and why are they important for maintaining breed type?
3. In your opinion, are there enough puppy homes to support breeding a litter this year?
4. How have you implemented new technologies in science and communications as a breeder?
5. In your community, have you noticed a change in the public’s perception of purebred dogs?
6. Have you noticed any trends in the sport? Anything to be concerned about?
7. What are some of the positive changes you’ve seen in the sport in recent years?

Carla Rose

1. Hello! My name is Carla Rose and I live in eastern Oregon. I have been involved with dogs my entire life, from grooming to canine sports, breeding and Conformation. I have been breeding Pugs for over 30 years and my kennel name is Rose Pugs.

2. Hallmarks of Pugs are described in this motto: “multum in parvo,” translated as “much in a little.” They have a square body with a round head. Their large, soft eye can convince you that they are in much need of the snack you are enjoying. Our Breed Standard is written with the health of our Pugs in mind. Ideally, they will have a wide underjaw, to allow space for teeth, and front legs set well under them for balance. Just because they are Toys, they still need to move soundly with good reach.

3. This year, I have way more requests for puppies than I would want to breed.

4. The Internet has allow breeders all over the world to be in contact, and ongoing research helps future generations to be healthier.

5. I live in a small farming/ranch town. I can’t say how much of an impact I have had, but working for a busy veterinary clinic, I encourage clients who want to add a new dog to their home to buy from a reputable breeder. And I find breeders I can send them to.

6. I see exhibitors posting on social media sites about judges and their opinion of them. In some ways it can be helpful, if it’s not done maliciously.

7. This sport has become an expensive hobby, between entries, travel, hotels, etc. In my opinion, we are losing the numbers that we used to have. As far as positives, I have lifelong friends because of this sport. I have traveled to many other countries because of my dogs. I will be forever grateful for those who came before me, the preservation breeders of the past.