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

The Small Munsterlander in North America remains primarily a hunting dog because of one critical factor: intentional breeder control. The Small Munsterlander Club of America (SMCA) has done an exceptional job preserving the breed’s working integrity. Through voting eligibility requirements, performance standards, and the Breeder Guidelines and Regulation Manual (BGRM), the club has protected a hunting-majority population.