Isn pedigree breeding really about bettering the breed?
Unfortunately in many cases ‘bettering’ the breed simply means producing animals that increasingly fit the breed standard description. Many breed standards are not fit for purpose and have led to the exaggeration of physical features that compromise welfare and health. ‘Bettering’ should mean breeding for happy, healthy, fit dogs that are suited to their environment – after all the vast majority of dogs become family pets. If one is truly committed to ‘bettering’ a breed we would be increasingly breeding dogs that can breathe easier, walk without pain or discomfort and once again give birth naturally.
