From & Function: More Than a Checklist
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Every breed standard was written with a purpose—but understanding why those words matter is what helps breeders make better decisions.
In this episode of the Better Breeder Roundtable, Kathy Rust is joined by Kristi Libertore (Whiskey Hills Bracco Italiano & Whiskeytown Wirehaired Pointing Griffons) and Anne Phillips (Fernhill Brittanys) to explore how breeders can use the Breed Standard as more than a checklist—understanding the purpose behind every word and every trait.
Bill explains why outcrossing is not a shortcut or a fix for problems. It is a long-term strategy for enrichment, used to capture specific virtues while preserving type, health, and consistency.