you know....I have been watching this thread....and I just think it is in very poor taste to make an accusation on a public forum that "There are back yard breeders disguising themselves......"(etc) What good purpose can this serve? If you believe this is true, in your opinion, why not go to that person directly ? Maybe they could use your help..It certainly eludes me why anyone would stay in the business of breeding Newfoundlands for very long, outside of loving it....It is One Big Job....and there are certainly easier ways to make a living...if that is what you are doing..
No accusations were made, just stating a fact. No one was singled out, Julie.
The purpose of that fact stating?
to educate. A forum such as this can inadvertently legitimize a contributing breeder. The surprise expressed that BYBers are on NN, supports this. People new to the breed and to this forum hopefully, will read what's been posted, do the research into the breeder and the pedigree, and make informed decisions when buying a pup. As was pointed out, time and time again, we see pups that are being introduced to the NN family that obviously have come from breeders who don't meet the standards of the NCA. Those guidelines for choosing a reputable breeder are in place to protect our special breed.
You say it eludes you as to why someone would breed unless they love the breed? The simple fact is that if a breeder isn't spending money on showing, doing health clearances, vet support, and stud fees, profit can be had. Some don't do it as a way to make a living, but to supplement a living. I don't deny that some of these people do love the breed, but they choose to cut corners for whatever reason. In the end, the Newfoundland loses.
Many of these breeders know better, but in the end, 'You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make them drink.' Hopefully, those looking for a new family addition will...
