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About the Author
Carmen L Battaglia holds a Ph.D. and Masters Degree from
Florida State University. As an AKC judge, researcher and
writer, he has been a leader in promotion of breeding better
dogs and has written many articles and several books.Dr.
Battaglia is also a popular TV and radio talk show speaker.
His seminars on breeding dogs, selecting sires and choosing
Permission to reprint this article granted by the author puppies have been well received by the breed clubs all over
Dr. Battaglia and also by the Canine Chronicle. the country.
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