Opinions please?

[Marilyn]

Strictly from a business standpoint, I'd look at the market. If chocolates are in higher demand than the others, this could be a good move. If you want to offer mostly chocolate, with a sprinkling of other colors, and you have some idea what the genetics are of your dogs and that they will make other colors besides chocolate, this again could be a good move. As Janet said, you know more about this breed than we do. I'd go with what you think will sell the best for the highest price.

I know that most good breeders aren't in it strictly for the money, however, if you are going to do this on the scale you are, might as well make it as profitable as possible. Just make sure you don't get stuck with excess inventory of the wrong color.

Do I sound like a business person concerned with inventory management???

[Emmsmom]

I don't know that I would want all chocolates. To be honest I would wait and see what colors you get out of Ava and Chip, and Hickory and Chip. You may end up with an all chocolate litter. I am sure you will figure it out.

[Gina]

Tink sorry I can't offer you any advice either, I wish you luck and hopefully you get your answers real soon. Don't stress the answer will come to you.. Good luck!

[DianaB]

Originally Posted by Marilyn

Strictly from a business standpoint, I'd look at the market. If chocolates are in higher demand than the others, this could be a good move. If you want to offer mostly chocolate, with a sprinkling of other colors, and you have some idea what the genetics are of your dogs and that they will make other colors besides chocolate, this again could be a good move. As Janet said, you know more about this breed than we do. I'd go with what you think will sell the best for the highest price..........

I agree with what Marilyn said. If chocolates are in high demand why not have a good selection of chocolates. If it doesn't work out, you haven't had any problems with rehoming your dogs. I'd say go for it but remember I'm not a breeder.

[Janet]

Originally Posted by Marilyn

Strictly from a business standpoint, I'd look at the market. If chocolates are in higher demand than the others, this could be a good move. If you want to offer mostly chocolate, with a sprinkling of other colors, and you have some idea what the genetics are of your dogs and that they will make other colors besides chocolate, this again could be a good move. As Janet said, you know more about this breed than we do. I'd go with what you think will sell the best for the highest price.

I know that most good breeders aren't in it strictly for the money, however, if you are going to do this on the scale you are, might as well make it as profitable as possible. Just make sure you don't get stuck with excess inventory of the wrong color.

Do I sound like a business person concerned with inventory management???

I think if I would have been more concerned, I'd be better off financially than I am now...that's for sure.