10/15/2026
The answer will always be a wholehearted “Yes”. Breed preservation is a looong process, and at times it can feel more stagnant than we’d like. But then I remember how regardless of where we are in the breed recognition process, our club’s member-driven committees continue to dedicate their time and energy to creating valuable resources for the public. I remember all the friends in my life that I’ve met through these dogs. I remember that a large part of breed preservation is taking the time to learn and taking the time to plan thoughtful pairings for when it’s time to breed. I remember that when obstacles arise due to the politics involved in all the official AKC stuff, that there is no way that our small but mighty community won’t prevail in the end. Because everything we do is in the name of the breed we love, in the name of education, and in the name of fostering the community that will help this breed thrive for years to come. If you love a rare breed, remember your “why” and don’t get discouraged (at least not for too long) ❤️
Thanks to Val and the Pups