After retiring from very challenging and rewarding careers we knew we needed to do something new that would provide a worthwhile service for society. We loved dogs so we researched different AKC breeds and learned that the most popular breeds had been overbred in an attempt to meet the demand. However, this caused an increase in the health and behavior problems. The reason is when direct family lines are bred together; it will emphasize both the good and the bad qualities. Some of the puppies will be fantastic and some will not be very good at all. We knew that in order to produce the best pet we would not breed dogs closely related.