I have been breeding the old Tacoma line of Amstaff since the late 70's
with the goal of keeping the breed as functional and true to it's origins as
possible. The casual observer will note the lack of show and obedience
titles, and that is because I participate very rarely in shows or trials,
although all my dogs get obedience training. Simply put, I have no interest
in competing with my dogs in the show ring, nor do I put much value in show
titles. It is very stressful (and dangerous)to bring a high drive dog into a
situation where he is surrounded by other dogs, thus the dogs very seldom get
put in that position. I concentrate my efforts into breeding for
intelligence, clear focused temperament, soundness, athletic type, and high
drives. Although a showable specimen is whelped quite often, I do not select
for it. I will overlook some minor faults in my breeding stock if the
necessary intelligence, drive, and temperament is present.