Rubygem Grooming Parlour

02/11/2024

Rambo and Tiny two handsome chaps 😍🥰🤩

02/11/2024

Loving Autumn 🍂 colours 😍
Toto,Riko,Bonnie,Floyd

02/11/2024

Double trouble 🤣😍😍😍 how cute are these sweeties willow&maisie

31/10/2024

Dead collie dog on grass verge at bad bend at stephen farrells, abbeylara area 😔💔

31/10/2024

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween everyone 🎃
Mind your pets tonight 💖

31/10/2024

PLEASE please please keep your pets safe tonight! Keep them indoors! Ensure all gates and doors are secure.
They're your responsibility!

25/10/2024

One of my oldies love this wee man 🐶
West Highland Terrier 🥰

25/10/2024

Such a beautiful breed 😍 stunning Irish Red Setter 🥰💚☘️

23/10/2024

Great results for my own girl Freya last weekend 🙌 love this lady
My show girl 🤩

23/10/2024

Little gentleman Bosco 🥰

04/10/2024

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01/10/2024

Halloween is officially here 🎃

27/09/2024

Halloween at the ready 🤩

11/09/2024

So much hair 😅 that's not including what came off in the bath. Tilly definitely felt lighter leaving the pawlour 🥰 gorgeous girl

06/09/2024

How adorable is Porter. His first puppy groom and he done so so well 😍 💓 love this wee man 🥰

06/09/2024

Why Choosing a Breeder Who Shows Their Dogs Matters, Even for Pet Owners

When selecting a breeder, you might wonder why it’s recommended to choose one who shows their dogs, even if you have no intention of participating in dog shows yourself. Does this focus on show standards seem excessive or elitist? It’s not, and here’s why.

Dog shows are more than just competitions; they serve as a rigorous evaluation process where dogs are assessed against the breed standard. This standard includes several critical elements:

• Soundness: This refers to a dog’s overall physical and mental health, ensuring all organs and faculties are functioning harmoniously.
• Type: Breed type encompasses not just appearance but also character, bone structure, temperament, and movement, reflecting the essence of the breed.
• Gait: The quality of a dog’s movement is assessed to ensure ease and freedom from structural issues.
• Temperament: This measures a dog’s general attitude towards people and other animals, an essential trait for a well-rounded companion.

So why does this matter to you as a prospective pet owner? If you chose a Poodle, you likely did so because of their renowned qualities: their gentle nature, compatibility with children and other animals, and their ability to make exceptional therapy dogs. Good breeders strive to uphold these positive characteristics through their commitment to breed standards.

While not every puppy from a show-quality litter will be destined for the show ring, all will benefit from the breeder’s dedication to preserving the breed’s positive traits. Puppies that are not suited for the show ring but are well-bred still embody the breed’s essential qualities, making them excellent family pets.

Choosing a breeder who shows their dogs is not about snobbery or elitism; it’s about ensuring that you get a puppy who will grow into a well-rounded, healthy companion that exemplifies the breed you fell in love with. It’s about the breeder’s commitment to preserving the breed’s best traits and ensuring every puppy, regardless of its future in the show ring, starts life with the best possible foundation.

In essence, selecting a breeder who shows their dogs is a way to ensure that your future puppy will be a healthy, well-adjusted member of your family. It’s a reflection of love and respect for the breed, ensuring that all puppies have the opportunity to thrive and bring joy into their new homes.