An excellent way to develop an impartial eye is to test your dog against others. To see how well your dog conforms to the breed standard, get an assessment from an experienced breeder or dog fancier, and enter dog shows. Entering obedience and field tests and trials will allow you to measure your dog's abilities against star performers. If your dog is a success in these events, you'll be more confident that breeding your dog will contribute to the betterment of its breed. A responsible breeder conditions the sire and dam.
Good puppies start long before their parents are bred.
Both the sire and dam need constant care, or conditioning, to produce the best offspring. This means regular veterinary care, screening for genetic problems, pre-breeding health tests, regular exercise and good nutrition. It also means maintaining your dog's mental health. Stressed animals can experience fertility problems. Consequently, they avoid breeding shy or unstable dogs.