Parent Category:
- Breed Standard - Written, illustrated and video versions
- Breed Knowledge - Function, purpose of your breed. Know the dreaded diseases, those that cause: blindness, early death, cripples or kill
- Select sires and dams - Methods used to identify strength and weaknesses of each ancestor
- Evaluate pedigrees - For depth, breadth; vertical and horizontal evaluations
- Evaluate litter - Follow-up on pups after they mature
- Choosing the best puppies- Systematic approach that avoid mistakes called from the "Bottom up"
- Develop record System - 3 ring binders, pedigree software are ideal for articles, and record keeping
- Manage, feed and develop what you keep – know how to control wt., rest, exercise, groom, develop a vocabulary
For a full discussion of breeder skills see Breeding Dogs to Win
About the Author
Carmen L Battaglia holds a Ph.D. and Masters Degree from Florida State University. As an AKC judge, researcher and writer, he has been a leader in promotion of breeding better dogs and has written many articles and several books.Dr. Battaglia is also a popular TV and radio talk show speaker. His seminars on breeding dogs, selecting sires and choosing puppies have been well received by the breed clubs all over the country.