Theresa Connors | ConnQuest Dobermans

Interview with Theresa Connors, Breeder of ConnQuest Dobermans

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?

Theresa Connors

1. I live Newtonville, Ontario, Canada. I’ve been in dogs for 34 years and been a breeder for 13 years. My kennel name is ConnQuest Dobermans.

2. Dobermans have the “Look of Eagles.” This can only be preserved with a cropped ear and docked tail. They are proud of carriage and a one-piece dog.

3. Yes. I could easily have sold 3-4 litters, but I only have time to whelp just one.

4. We are able to test for much more than when I started out. Social media has really changed how we advertise puppies and dogs.

5. Here in Canada, we have a doodle everything! There are more cross-bred dogs than purebreds. Particularly, the public is often “offended” by a cropped ear when it’s posted.

6. Most folks are getting older. That’s concerning.

7. Our national club is trying to be more inclusive and they encourage mentoring for new breeders.