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Ironic, considering the huge assumptions you made of the OP. And you came out looking like the ass. I have to agree, it is cruzzi making all the assumptions here what a disappointing way to treat someone who is looking to acquire information and knowledge. Yeah, I do feel a little dissapointed in the way I've been treated by cruzzi BUT its totally offset by all the fantastic INFORMATIVE responses! Just one amongst many I guess... Cruzzi are you not interested in telling us about yourself? Don't suppose you would be so kind to share your prefix? Is like to know more about these impeccable quality dogs you must have. I for one do not like to make assumptions about anyone. You never know who someone associates with, where their from, how much money they have etc...

Encouraging words. Thankyou :)

Wow such great responses! Thanks everyone who has shared their story. I have enjoyed reading them all. It's so interesting to hear how you all started out! I will definitely speak to some breeders I know, with the view of mentoring. Thanks for that great suggestion! Cruzzi, I'm sorry that the discussion got off on the wrong foot for you. Why don't you tell us a little about your breeding journey? Is like the chance to get to know you better. Who knows we might be rubbing shoulders one day hey?

Your right - I didnt mention an intereset in showing. In fact, I didnt mention anything about what I do. That wasnt what this topic was about. But thanks for your valuable input cruzzi Best in show goes to you...

Im new to this forum, so Hi! Im interested to find out from some breeders how they started out breeding and what made them decide to breed dogs? Was it something your family was involved in? Do you show or compete your dogs? Do you breed as a business or is it just a hobby? How did you select which studs and/or bitches to breed from? Are your dogs just "breeders" or are they family members too? Reason ive started this topic is because im in two minds at the moment. Id love to breed dogs as a hobby. But im well aware of the amount of dogs that end up at shelters and I feel uncomfortable about contributing to that. The dog I love and own is a Staffordshire. (Please no judgement needed - I know how many stafford breeders there are out there) So this is not something im about to jump into lightly as im fully aware of the responsibilities of dog ownership and reputable breeder standards. Id love to hear from peoples thoughts on this topic!