What is YOUR definition of a BYB?

[Giselle]

Like members before me already stated, a BYB is anybody who does not breed to better the breed. Thus, anybody who does not health test their dogs, does not show their dogs either in conformation or in the field, breeds unacceptable or abnormal varieties ("Imperial Shih Tzus", parti-color poodles [AKC DQ], "Tiny Toy Chihuahuas", etc.), and anybody who breeds for money is a BYB.

Now, there are also irresponsible breeders who are every bit as bad as BYBs. Irresponsible breeders may health test their dogs, they may show every once in a while and have a couple CH's here and there. They may love their dogs dearly, but they are ignorant. I once knew a breeder who, on the outside, seemed like a reputable breeder. However, her dogs began throwing dysplastic pups. Yet, she denied any genetic link and continued to breed her dogs without a second thought.

There should only be one type of breeder: one who strives to produce puppies even better than the parents of the pups. A responsible breeder is one who produces stronger, healthier puppies truer to the standard. Any breeder who does not follow these rules is a BYB/irresponsible breeder.

[bckrazy]

Like members before me already stated, a BYB is anybody who does not breed to better the breed. Thus, anybody who does not health test their dogs, does not show their dogs either in conformation or in the field, breeds unacceptable or abnormal varieties ("Imperial Shih Tzus", parti-color poodles [AKC DQ], "Tiny Toy Chihuahuas", etc.), and anybody who breeds for money is a BYB.

Now, there are also irresponsible breeders who are every bit as bad as BYBs. Irresponsible breeders may health test their dogs, they may show every once in a while and have a couple CH's here and there. They may love their dogs dearly, but they are ignorant. I once knew a breeder who, on the outside, seemed like a reputable breeder. However, her dogs began throwing dysplastic pups. Yet, she denied any genetic link and continued to breed her dogs without a second thought.

There should only be one type of breeder: one who strives to produce puppies even better than the parents of the pups. A responsible breeder is one who produces stronger, healthier puppies truer to the standard. Any breeder who does not follow these rules is a BYB/irresponsible breeder.

HAHA. yeah, I'm lazy, and that's exactly how I feel on this topic.

IMHO, a breeder first and foremost should know every little thing about their breed, every in and out, and should have a real love and respect for them. Every admirable breeder I have met has owned their breed for years & years, and could talk about their dogs all day long. I also feel any reputable breeder should be actively involved in breed rescue, not only adding good quality dogs to the breed, but also helping to clean up after the bad breeders.

[Nobas Mom]

I once knew a breeder who, on the outside, seemed like a reputable breeder. However, her dogs began throwing dysplastic pups. Yet, she denied any genetic link and continued to breed her dogs without a second thought.

Hubby and I are on our way out of town... finally to take care of some important and not good family stuff... but decided to check PT one last time. I fully agree with this Giselle. Noba's breeder is like this. Came across as very reputable, but then as soon as Noba was diagnosed with Hip Dysplasia at 8 months, she did a total turn around; was uncaring, denied any responsibility (tried telling me it was something I had done)... and yet continues to breed the mom and dad... hmm... byob comes to my mind...

Well everyone have a good thanksgiving, not sure when I will be back, but take care and if I can, I will check back into PT every so often!