| Show vs Pet quality
I suppose that this is a thread more for breeders rather than being on the general forum but all answers are welcome.
While browsing various breeder's websites, they invariably state that their dogs are either 'Show quality' or 'Pet quality'. What exactly does that mean? I'm guessing that Show is always of better quality than Pet? When you want a Pet, I guess there is a contract to have them neutered/spayed eventually vs if you want a Show, what happens there? Assuming my above is correct, what if I want the 'best' quality out there, get a 'Show quality' and get him neutered, is that a no-no (since his excellent genes won't be used to better the breed)?
I guess my concern is if I get a 'Pet quality' pup, does it really mean it's just a 2nd-tier quality Dobe? Thanks.
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