Extended Family
Please note that I will add individuals and companies related to dogs that I feel fit here, but that because of the very personal nature of this kind of page someone not being here isn't a slight, it doesn't mean they aren't a great option, etc. It truly may just mean that I don't know them like family, or enough to know that they truly belong on a page like this as such a blatant and loud endorsement. On the flip side I am not accountable for others. I do not speak for them, I do not control their actions. I update this as much as I possibly can, but in true dog community fashion you may know something I don't know, or you may not know something I do. So please do your own research and support who you feel comfortable supporting only.
Breeders
These are breeders and/or potential kennels in, and out of my breed that I love. I don't just mean I love their dogs, or that even that I want one of their dogs. Not that the dogs are not important but I want to stress this is about their ethics, support, program, and potential. It is not just about their current dogs or where they started as a program. Being a good breeder to me is about being a good person and striving to better your breed and dogs in general.
Trainers, Evaluators & Behaviorists
These skills and individuals cause a lot of discussion - basically as much as breeders. But the value of a quality trainer or other similar profession is priceless. The perfect puppy or dog matched to a family will only stay positive and continue to grow with the family if you have the skills to train and incorporate them into your family or to reach out to those that do. Life happens and one day we will always find ourselves out of our depth - even as professionals. These are people I would go to, that I do go to when I need another opinion, support, or have exciting things to share.
Organizations & Companies
Sometimes organizations, clubs, and companies can be more than a building or a company. They are an extension of our family and the individuals who make up these organizations are near and dear to us as people as well as professionally.