Stars fall, and a male puppy who has a lovely pedigree, and does not pan out as a show dog, is basically worthless as anything but a pet to love, and be proud of. On the other hand, a bitch who has a lovely pedigree, who doesn't pan out as a show dog, can be a fantastic producer. She can be valuable. (The male can be also, but who would breed to him)? Syd In a message dated 8/9/2008 11:51:42 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, uwish@xxxxxxxxxx writes: Hi guys: This is not about me. It's not about anyone. This is just a hypothetical question. It could be about anyone. (Sorry, I didn't make myself clear about that). And no the owner herself wouldn't be showing the dog. She wants to hold him back to show, but not by herself. I hope this clarifies it. 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