About this episode

Chris and Tom Levy discuss their journey in breeding Pumis and the importance of preservation breeding.

Chris and Tom Levy of Abiqua Pumik didn't just breed exceptional Pumis. They helped build the breed's foundation in the United States. In this episode, Chris and Tom share the journey, years of study, repeated trips across Europe, and a deep commitment to preservation breeding. What you'll discover: Why the world's best breeders study dogs, not just pedigrees. How to balance genetic diversity with consistent breed quality. How to evaluate pedigrees, structure, and breed type with confidence. Why preserving a breed takes more than producing champion dogs. What it means to become a "Level 7 Breeder" and build a lasting legacy. Great dogs don't happen by chance. They are the result of thoughtful decisions, years of study, and breeders who never stop learning. Chris and Tom explain what that process really looks like. Watch now and discover what separates good breeders from truly great ones. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:26) The Beginning of the Breeding Journey (08:55) Falling in Love with the Pumi (11:06) Learning from Europe's Best Breeders (15:08) Creating the Ideal Pumi (17:02) Why Pedigrees Matter (20:00) Breeding for Health and Diversity (24:50) Building a Better…

People in this episode

Host: Better Breeder Institute

Guests: Chris Levy, Tom Levy

Topics covered

• breeding
• Pumi
• genetic diversity
• pedigree evaluation
• preservation breeding

Keywords

• Pumi
• breeding
• genetic diversity
• pedigree
• preservation breeding
• breeder education
• dog breeding

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Abiqua Pumik

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