Do both dam and sire have a conformation or performance title? If not, why?

For breeding should be a sound, stable and structurally correct representative of its breed capable of easily being amongst and around strangers, noise, crowds and other dogs. Earning a conformation or performance title (by competing in dog shows) is one way a dog will demonstrate it has these important qualities and should be considered for a breeding program. On occasion, there can be exceptions to the rule. If either dam or sire does not have a title, or titles, or, if you notice a dog or two in the pedigree without a CH before its name, ask why the breeder did not “finish” or earn a CH title, before the breeding. A good breeder will have a good reason.