I see how some breeders label puppies far too early. “Pet.” “High-level sport.” “Not for a beginner.” Xtris Ensane 7weeks old As if a few weeks of observation can predict an entire career. Yes, not every dog is suitable for sport-never mind high-level sport. Even if bred by selective breeding programs. Even where parents are worked, titled, health-tested, and proven. Genetics matter, but genetics are also complex. They define a range of potential, not a guaranteed outcome. But far more dogs...

When did “not winning” become the same as failing? Not every journey in IGP leads to the world stage. Like in professional sports, only a few reach the top, not because others failed, but because many things have to align: the right dog, skill, mental strength, timing, luck, and support. So how ethical is it to promise something that rarely happens? We’ve seen big promises, unrealistic expectations, and crushed dreams, not from lack of effort, but from ignoring the reality of high-level...

Dr. Alexandria Horner DVM, MS, DACT When to spay and neuter? It's one of the most hotly debated questions in veterinary medicine and one...