I think this is a very important topic for someone like me who doesn't breed dogs, yet. Just by studying and learning I have learned the importances of not haphazardly slapping two dogs together and expect greatness. I understand the vigilance a breeder has when puppies are about to be born, the sacrifice and commitment a breeder makes. I met a breeder once who told me you need to start with a large fortune before breeding dogs to end up with a small fortune. Breeding dogs you are always loosing money, be it vet bills, food bills, treats, toys, ect. Its a labor of love, something that AR wacko's dont understand.