p.s. A good example about pedigrees/breeding being important is the crossing of heading dogs with huntaways. These 2 breeds have been line bred for specialised excellence. No matter how good the parents are, the chances of getting a good handy pup with a balance of the parents traits (heading and driving) in a first cross is limited. Sometimes there is a handy pup in the litter, sometimes there is not. They are often sheep biters and hairbrained. There are exceptions, but that is the norm.
Good dogs to good dogs, and line bred for excellence.
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