loves his dogs and loves dogdom in general.

exhibits at shows and trials to test his ideas about his dogs.

is every bit as concerned about correct temperament and instinct as show wins.

is in a constant state of research about his dog.

keeps constant watch on all his pups...not just the show winners.

is not concerned with the "how many" of championships, buy the quality of each one that gains the title.

is constantly busy helping anyone who cares to learn about his breed.

has a stubborn, unending desire to reach his unattainable goal.

never considers just the parents of the litter as influential, but knows that grandparents are equally influential.

knows that second rate bitches must never be bred.

is active in dog legislation of all kinds.

is often a loner.

knows that fancy pedigrees and show wins do not necessarily make animals good breeding stock.

knows that the first seven weeks of a puppy's life are critical and spends his life trying to do an even better job of raising pups.

provides an ideal environment for his dogs.

showers his puppy buyers with an unending source of information about raising, training and the responsibilities of dog ownership.

usually raises fewer litters than most other persons "in dogs".