Key Takeaways Stewardship is a shared responsibility. NAVHDA testing provides objective feedback—not just scores. Every Prize and No Prize contributes valuable information. Volunteers make meaningful evaluations possible. Better information leads to better breeding decisions. Several weeks ago, Brenda and I submitted an article to the editors of Versatile Hunting Dog magazine entitled "The Burden of Stewardship." While we're still waiting to hear whether it will be selected f

Over the past seven years, Cedars Point Kennel has been built around a simple idea: If you want to improve a breed, you have to measure what you produce. But what we’ve learned is just as important: Breeding doesn’t follow a straight line.

Cedars Point Harsh Harley with Soda and her litter in background Why the first 8 weeks of a puppy’s life may influence digestion, resilience, and trainability for years to come. Introduction For decades, dog breeders have focused on genetics, structure, and instinct when evaluating a litter. These remain critical factors. But emerging research suggests another system may play an important role in puppy development: The gut microbiome. The gut microbiome is the community of m