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Old 02-11-2008, 16:46   #72
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Originally Posted by Mikael View Post
I think it looks good, but is it hard enough ?

Will the unserious breeder do a X-ray and be good breeders ?
Or will it be like today, the breed will get more unhealthy fore every day ?

Regards / Mikael
Unfortunately, I don't think it will ever be that simple...

Healthy breeding over time, I think, relies on a system of 3 elements:
1. Breeders breeding for ethical reasons - not to make money
2. Buyers making educated and informed decisions - and not supporting sales of potentially unhealthy litters
3. Clubs making sanctions against registration of litters from parents with unknown HD results

One website, or even poor reputations don't necessarily change the way people breed...for people like you or I - who do try to act in the best interests of the breed, it is equally important to know "what else" is out there - by allowing those litters with unknown results on here also - for better or worse - it promotes awareness, and the passage of knowledge. By including an easy link to articles on HD and bonitation, hopefully potential buyers will take a few moments to read and understand what they are looking at, and what they should be looking for...

And it is my goal - one day - to have bonitations in America!

All of the very best!

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