For the first time ever, we welcome Anthony "Tony" Saville, a man whose influence on the American Gamefowl world runs deep. You've heard his voice in past episodes, but now you'll experience him in real time as he shares decades of knowledge, insight, and hard-earned wisdom. This isn't just another interview, it's a masterclass. Tony Saville is a renowned authority on Old English and American Gamefowl, founder of the American Gamefowl Society, author of American Game Fowl Standards, and a respected judge with the Oxford Old English Gamefowl Club of South Africa. More than that, he's been a mentor, teacher, and close friend for nearly 40 years, someone who helped shape the way many of us understand breeding, selection, and preservation. In this live event, we go far beyond the basics. Tony breaks down the true form and structure of the American Game, the importance of maintaining a functional standard, and why so many breeders today are unknowingly moving the breed in the wrong direction. We explore the history of the gamecock, how the breed nearly disappeared, and what must be done to ensure its survival moving forward. We also tackle some of the most controversial and misunderstood topics in the community today: Are modern judges truly qualified, and how are poor judging practices affecting the breed? The dangers of overusing a single judge and allowing shows to shape breeding decisions Crossbreeding, "refreshing blood," and why it often does more harm than good The growing influence of misinformation from online voices and influencers The push to get American Games into the APA Standard—and what went wrong Tony doesn't hold back as we dig into the proposed changes to the Standard, including debates over type, conformation, naming, and controversial traits like pea combs and white in the tail. We examine the genetic dangers of "progressive white," why certain traits should never be bred for, and how misunderstanding genetics is putting the breed at risk. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just starting out, this conversation will challenge the way you think, and give you the tools to improve your birds the right way. This is more than an episode, it's a turning point. Trust us—you're going to want a pen and paper for this one. #AmericanGamefowl #GamefowlBreeding #PoultryGenetics #BackyardBreeders #ChickenBreeding #HeritageBreeds #GamefowlCommunity #SelectiveBreeding #PoultryPodcast #BreedStandards #FowlPreservation #AvianGenetics Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains. Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you. Watch Bred to Perfection Live - Friday's at 6 PM PST / 9 PM EST on YouTube - Join Kenny Troiano and guests as they explore advanced breeding techniques, poultry nutrition, health management, and genetic sustainability-all with one goal: helping you create high-quality, long-lasting strains. See ya there! Kenny Troiano Founder of "The Breeders Academy" We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl. If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place. We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl. If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com
