The main problem breeders seem to have revolve around what is acceptable and what is not when it comes to type. Years ago, I had Afghan Hounds and there was quite a divide between what the English found acceptable and what the Americans did. The English put great emphasis on structure and down and back movement while the Americans cared more about character, side gait and showmanship The Australians then came along, mixed the two and came up with an Afghan that was superior to both. When I judged an Afghan specialty in Australia several decades ago I was very impressed with the quality there. There are still some very good Afghans there but both England's and ours have bounced back and are much improved in overall quality having recognized those virtues that the other had.
When a really great dog of any breed comes along as happened in Afghans a few years back, knowledgeable breeders will recognize him as such. Breeder judges from every faction put him up. He must have won at least ten specialties, if not more. He exemplified the breed and the breeders knew it. Every top breeder around the World and at home, bred to this dog and his type has enhanced the breed everywhere. My point is that, when a great one does come along, he will make his presence known and will attract admirers among breeders who may not agree on what faults they can live with, but will agree on what virtues are desired. Pat ****************************************************************************** ************************ ========================================================= "Magic Commands": to stop receiving mail for awhile, click here and send the email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]?body=SET%20CKCS-L%20NOMAIL to start it up gain click here: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]?body=SET%20CKCS-L%20MAIL E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] for assistance. Search the Archives... http://apple.ease.lsoft.com/archives/ckcs-l.html All e-mail sent through CKCS-L is Copyright 2002 by its original author.
