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Monteria
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« on: April 30, 2009, 06:26:42 pm » |
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This thread is going to bring a tear to my eye.
I love to hear the breed discussed by folks who know that not every dog is created equal, that every breed has its goods, greats and culls.
Its an uphill battle but, as is evidenced by folks like the Lows and the pups they produce, some of us are beginning to gain some ground by breeding specifically for working quality. Hopefully as a result of strategic breeding, the future of the lacy dog will be more stable with fewer culls and earn more respect within the working community.
I personally have experienced over 50% cull rate with the Lacy dogs I have bought but by breeding very selectively (and culling heavily), the pups we have produced (including my muts) have proved less than 10% culls. Given several more generations of that kind of breeding practice, across several yards, by a number of dedicated breeders, we should be able to produce much more consistent pups moving forward.
Steve
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