by sixgun | Jul 1, 2025 | Poodle Pulse, Poodles, titles
Why We Must Avoid Gaslighting in the Dog World Gaslighting—whether intentional or not—erodes trust, damages confidence, and drives good people away from our community. As competitors, we have a responsibility to build a supportive culture that values growth,... by sixgun | Jun 7, 2025 | Poodles
Announcing the Release of the United Poodle Association Judges’ Handbook! I’m incredibly proud to share that the United Poodle Association Judges’ Handbook is now complete, live on our website, and ready for distribution! This project has been a true labor of love. I... by sixgun | May 31, 2025 | Poodles
Stop Making Excuses — The Breed Deserves Better Too many breeders today are falling back on the same tired excuses for why their dogs don’t have conformation championships (AKC) or Grand Championships (UKC): “I’m not breeding for show dogs — I provide pets.” “I’m... by sixgun | Apr 25, 2025 | Poodles
A Moment of True Validation At the biggest poodle event of the year, having our poodle recognized and pointed at by none other than Michael Gadsby of Afterglow was an unforgettable honor. As one of the most respected figures in the breed—renowned worldwide for... by sixgun | Apr 19, 2025 | breeding
For those of us who dedicate our lives to ethical, preservation breeding, the miracle of birth is one of the most humbling, powerful experiences we get to witness. But not every whelping goes as planned. One of the most serious complications breeders must be prepared... by sixgun | Apr 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
In my last post, I mentioned inbreeding depression — a concept that may be unfamiliar to newer breeders. I thought it would be helpful to take a moment to explain what it means and why it matters. Inbreeding depression is a term used to describe the reduced biological... by sixgun | Apr 17, 2025 | breeding, Health, Uncategorized
🧬 Telomeres and Longevity: Understanding the Cellular Clock In the quest to understand aging and longevity, telomeres have emerged as a significant piece of the puzzle. These protective caps at the ends of our chromosomes play a crucial role in cellular health and... by sixgun | Apr 17, 2025 | Poodle Pulse, breeding
Spoiler: It’s More Like a Balancing Act Than a Bake-Off Breeding dogs is often compared to baking—carefully measured ingredients, a trusted recipe, and a dash of heart. But here’s the truth: there’s no single recipe for producing the perfect specimen of any... by sixgun | Apr 13, 2025 | Poodle Pulse, breeding, Health
🧬 How UC Davis and BetterBred Map DNA – And What It Actually Means This is a follow-up to my post on Understanding Canine Genetic Diversity Research. When we talk about “mapping DNA” in canine genetic diversity testing, what we’re referring to is the...
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