FCI Breeding Strategies

Posted by: Federation Cynologique Internationale, (www.fci.be)

• FCI Breeding Strategies

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Introduction
"The goal in dog breeding is functionally healthy dogs with a construction and mentality typical to the breed, dogs that can live a long and happy life for the benefit and pleasure of the owner and the society as well as the dog itself. Breeding should be carried out in such a manner that it promotes the health and well-being of the progeny, as well as the welfare of the bitch. Knowledge, honesty and cooperation, both on national and international level, is basic in healthy dog breeding. Breeders should be encouraged to emphasize the the importance of the combination of dogs as well as selection of the individual dog to be used for breeding. …."