At a time when the number-one health concern among Golden Retrievers was hip dysplasia, this highly esteemed champion dog was bred repeatedly; in some cases to bitches whose hips were no better than his. The question : Even though F is a "passing grade," was it wise to use this dog in so many breeding programs? His name is not important in order to make my point. But how many of his progeny were added to the gene pool-- and did anyone care?
As you can see from this diagram, the dog's paternal grandsire had only Fair hips, despite the fact that his parents were E- and G-rated.
Given the opportunity, would YOU have bred your bitch to such a stud? The breeder in question would most certainly be considered to be a "responsible" breeder by GRCA standards; neither a backyard breeder or puppy mill. Do you have a problem with that?
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