A dog's bloodline is essentially the story of its ancestors, its direct family members who came before it. Just like you, all of a dog’s ancestors have contributed to how they are made up—in fact, even more so with a dog. Both a breeder and a prospective dog owner can learn a lot about a dog's bloodline.
Responsibly bred dogs usually have a pedigree that goes back several generations and gives you information on the temperament, characteristics, and show wins within the bloodline. This can help you ensure your puppy is right for you. Here at Doodles and Poodles Galore, when we start searching for the perfect mate for their dog to breed with, bloodline is a key factor. This is because the bloodline can tell you so much about the history, health, and temperament of the dog.
Looks aren’t everything; even the most beautiful dog might not be right for breeding and might have a hidden issue that the bloodline can reveal.
When Doodles and Poodles come to look for a sire to mate with the dam, they will closely scrutinize the bloodline for health issues. This is perhaps the most important thing a bloodline history can tell you. It can determine if there are any genetic defects, behavioral potentials, health concerns, or medical histories that may be detrimental for any offspring. This way, you can avoid serious medical problems being passed on to new generations. This is the key reason why you should avoid a breeder who doesn’t know or won't tell you anything about the history of your dog. Anything can be hidden in that puppy's bloodline. You might be surprised to learn that a huge amount of your puppy’s personality can be determined by the bloodline. Here at Doodles and Poodles Galore, we do genetic testing on both the sire and dam to ensure we have the healthiest puppies to provide for our buyers. These tests can be viewed upon request.