New Years Resolution

Moving forward with our breeding into 2026 I feel it is key to evaluate not only the strengths, but the weaknesses of our programme, not only in regards to our dogs, but the way we operate. Here's what I aim to improve this year:
- Currently I feel we lack diversity, although our programme is of a decent size and our dogs vary greatly, we have multiple from the same bloodlines. I will be picking external studs with this in mind, should we import any new blood, rare bloodlines will be my priority.
- I first discovered the breed through agility however have since greatly distanced myself from the sport, this year I would like to start attending regular training sessions with a couple of our dogs, with hopes to get back into the sport competitively. On the other hand I am grateful that our upcoming girls living in guardian homes have all started agility foundations and appear to be thriving, I can't wait to have a go running them one day. Thank you to Fern, Nala & Nova's owners!
- This year I also feel I need to change the way I hold my waiting lists, I am more than happy to take applications 1+ year in advance and grateful to everyone who considers our puppies BUT I am considering only opening official lists after a mating has occurred. I currently fill my lists to the number of expected puppies, and will take more interest if the ultrasound shows more. I am finding too often that when I reach out to those who enquired for a specific litter, I end up with many dropping out or postponing for the next litter, which may or may not have a full list, in the case do I honor the owner that was waiting for X pairing from day 1, or the owner that registered general interest with me first.