what makes a good breeder and not BYB??? - Page 2

thanks for all the info

GSD1997,

I don't know you but based on your posts I don't have a good feeling about your intent and knowledge.  I would ask that you not breed any dogs, GSD's for that matter.

Thanks,

Turk 

i am going to get alot alot more knowledge before breeding any breed and untel then i have stop useing them and well not breed at all..  

Both Slam and Rik made excellent posts here on what makes a
breeder good!  This part pasted belore from Rik is especially worth repeating 

maybe a simplified answer, but for me the difference in byb and a good breeder is the good breeder will participate in whatever area they claim the dogs are good for, whether it's work, sport or show and they will have demonstrated over time the ability to produce dogs good for these purposes. The good breeder will be able to point out the accomplishments of his/her dogs rather than relying on past generations and someone else's accomplishments.

do that and find a reputable breeder, volunteer to help...understand the costs, commitment and what's involved.

i am going to do that and anything  else you may think i should do?

I did what I said and realized breeding isn't for me.  High cost in acquiring good stock, vet bills, constant monitoring, etc...Plus I wouldn't breed from an untitled dog (which takes time, money and expertise), without proper screening (HD, ED, etc. (more money))  If you look at the time, money, expertise (and certain degree of risk) involved in doing it "right" then I thought twice about and decided not to do it.  This was the right decision for me and the breed.  I found a very experienced trainer/breeder, locally, who dealt specifically with GSD's - I told him what I wanted, paid extra for this and he delivered (because he knows what he's doing).  My pup was worth every penny and then some, matter of fact he's priceless.  I'm happy, I have an unbelievably great dog and life is good.  Good luck!   

thanks

as a side track, I can't remember the last dog I bought because of the breeder. maybe Sandy Anderson, and those of you who know anything about her can imagine how that turned out.

I pick the dog, not the breeder. If it's good, I could care less who bred it.

jmo,
Rik

Good breeders guard their reputation by doing many of the things already mentioned...  That being said, if a breeder has a dog that is untitled or insufficiently titled for the pedigree, feel free to ask why.  These dogs are athletes and can have their career shortened through no fault of theirs or their genetics. 
Research is also important.  Always remember:  Caveat Emptor...