But if your goal is to supplement your income...the breeders I know consider it a very low (if any) profit venture. Most of them are interested in “keeping the breed pure”, etc.
From what I can tell, hunting dogs can be profitable. Their litters are large and a good one is expensive. I once looked into breeding Pappillons. Two pups a year at best. I gave up on the idea due to economics and the fact I would get attached to every pup and not be able to give it up.
I am not looking for financial gain, I just like new life, English Shepherds (sable and white) and would love to have a go at raising them for a few years.