Originally Posted by
CA Jack
The stage you set here is the classic example of what happens when people can't breed their own good dogs.
Correct, but not all people like or enjoy raising pups. The breeding, whelping, and raising of pups just isn't for everyone. They would rather hear about the good one, take a look at him, purchase, and maximize his potential as a bulldog.
I would never "not know" what dog/line I was matching into :confused:
Here, I could care less. I wouldn't want to go into my own, but the only way to ensure you don't is to keep them to yourself. Unless specifically chasing one in particular, you aren't hooking into a bloodline, you are hooking into an individual.
IMO, anyone who has "someone else" hook a dog + weight for them is a moron ... with no control over anything.
Once again, that is your way. For instance, If I were to do that and my brother whom lives in another state sets the stage, I'm more than confident he wouldn't steer me wrong, and he'd have our best interest in mind. I may not know this person, but I would trust his judgement when orchestrating the deal. Not speaking of any Joe Blow, but someone I have full trust in.
In the few times I did match, I always tried to go into top-shelf people (known to be honest, good sports, and to bring top-shelf dogs).
I commend you for this, because that is the way it should be. Shoot for the best and don't pick on the locals you know are sub par competition. Sometimes, that requires a "semi blind date" or you may have crossed path before without a formal introduction.
Jack