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The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Showing Your Dogby Cheryl S Smith
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:The Blue-Ribbon source for showing your dog. Showing your dog can be great fun! You know your dog has what it takes to be a champion, but how do you get started? Inside is everything you need to know about the rewarding world of the dog show circuit. This easy-to-read guide will help you discover whether the show ring is the right place for you and your dog, learn the basics of training, and develop the skills for successful showing. In the end, both you and your dog will be ready to succeed in the show ring! "A comprehensive how-to manual that encompasses every level of experience." Corky Vroom, president, Professional Handlers' Association "Masterfully written, offering insight and tips for both aspiring and experienced dog show enthusiasts. By far the most complete book on the market." Susand Bulanda, senior conformation judge, UKC "Demystifies the sport of dogs without erasing the wondrous mystique of the art, and mentors the novice through the world of dog shows." Lilian S. Barber, exhibitor, breeder, and AKC judge "If you've ever wondered about dog shows, shown a dog, or wanted to try it, this book is tailor-made for you." Darlene Arden, author, The Irrepressible Toy Dog Synopsis:The sport of dog showing has a language and culture all its own. Even filling out an entry form can be a daunting task for a newcomer, who is faced with questions such as, "What variety is my dog?", "What class am I suppose to enter?", and "Can I enter more than one dog?" Every weekend, thousands of dog owners enter the ring for the first time. The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Showing Your Dog is a comprehensive guide that explains everything readers need to know to get started in dog showing. Topics include: <P>* Understanding the sport of dog showing — its goals, rules, and regulations<P>* Choosing a show dog<P>* The pros and cons of hiring a professional handler<P>* Getting the most out of a conformation class<P>* Filling out the paperwork<P>* Mechanics — grooming, training, and practicing for the ring<P>* And much, much more! About the AuthorCheryl S. Smith is the author of several dog books and has worked on the Dog Writers Association of America's newsletter, served on the board of the Cat Writers' Associate, and is a longtime member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. She lives on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington with her Kelpie mix, Nestle. Table of ContentsContents Acknowledgments Introduction I: Is Showing Right for You? Chapter 1: Fancy That! A Short History of Conformation The Goals of the Sport Who Can Play Types of Events Breeds and Groups Chapter 2: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly A Learning Experience Camaraderie and Mentoring The Other Side of the Coin Fakery and Sabotage Chapter 3: Conformation as a Spectator Sport The Basics The Players and How to Find Them What the Judge and Handler Are Doing and Why Chapter 4: The Life of the Party The Temperament You Need for the Ring The Temperament Your Dog Needs for the Ring Travel Time and Money Choosing a Show Dog Chapter 5: Leaving It to the Pros The Pros and Cons of Professional Handlers Can an Amateur Beat the Pros? How to Hire a Professional Agreeing on Services and Costs Is This Still My Dog? II: Basic Training Chapter 6: Homework Understanding Your Sport Understanding Your Dog Setting Reasonable Goals Practicing Good Sportsmanship Be Prepared! Chapter 7: Check It Out Veterinary Checkup Reliable Identification Socialization Conditioning Program Chapter 8: Boot Camp Choosing a Conformation Class What You Should Learn The Points of the Dog Other Learning Opportunities Chapter 9: Anatomy Class Bodies in Motion The Front Half of the Dog The Connection of Front to Back The Rear Half of the Dog Heads and Tails Not All Dogs Were Meant to Trot Chapter 10: The $64,OOO Pyramid The Progression of the Classes Explanation of Placements Beyond the Classes Points and How You Get Them The Mathematics of a Championship Chapter 11: Taking It on the Road Match Shows Versus Point Shows How to Find Shows Choosing a Show Choosing a Judge Managing Your Bookings Chapter 12: For the Younger Set The Basics of Junior Showmanship Special AKC Junior Showmanship Opportunities Junior Showmanship in Canada 4-H Dog Programs Apprenticing III: Mechanical Skills Chapter 13: Grooming for Success Coat Types and How You Handle Them Knowing When You Need Help Combs and Brushes and Much, Much More Ears and Nails and Teeth and Toes Chapter 14: Stacking Up The Stacked Pose Setting the Front Setting the Back The Magical Free Stack Preparation and Practice Keeping Cool in the Ring Chapter 15: At the Gait Leash and Collar Management Speed Limits The Patterns of Gaiting Final Thoughts on Patterns What the Judge Is Looking For Chapter 16: Taking the Bait Choosing the Best Motivator for Your Dog Best Use of Bait When Bait Is Not Allowed Chapter 17: The View from the Top Putting It All Together Listening to Your Dog and Others Being Excused or Disqualified and Other Transgressions The Cropping/Docking Controversy IV: Paperwork and Paraphernalia Chapter 18: Papers Aren't Just for Puppies What Registries Are and the Purposes They Serve The US Kennel Clubs International Kennel Clubs Chapter 19: At a Premium The AKC Entry Form Which Class to Enter? The UKC Entry Form The ARBA Entry Form Mailing Entries in on Time Making Changes Chapter 20: Double-Check and Dress for Success How to Select Show Ring Clothes Looking Good in the Ring That All-Important Footwear Confirmation of Entry The Judging Schedule Chapter 21: Packing It In Checklist for Packing Your Tack Box Other Equipment Your Road Kennel Chapter 22: A Special Look at the UKC, ARBA, CKC, and FCI United Kennel Club ARBA Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) V: Show Time Chapter 23: Setting Up Camp Setting Up at the Show Site Safety and Comfort Armbands Studying the Catalog Potty Breaks and Exercise Chapter 24: In the Ring Steward's Instructions Judge's Instructions Etiquette Show Photographers Chapter 25: Here Come da Judge The Making of a Judge The Breed Standard and Judging Judicious Judicial Conversations Judicial Quirks Protests Chapter 26: Beyond the Championship Hitting the Big Time Ratings Systems Advertising Other Options Chapter 27: When Showing Leads to Breeding Making the Best Match Being Ready for Puppies Considerations If You Own the Stud Considerations If You Own the Bitch Genetic Disease and What Fanciers Can Do About It Appendix A: Additional Addresses Registries AKC Dog Show Superintendents Appendix B: Varieties and Class Divisions AKC Varieties AKC Class Divisions UKC Varieties FCI Varieties Appendix C: Alphabetic List of Breeds and Their Registries Appendix D: The Big Time The World Show Crufts Dog Show Royal Sydney Royal Canadian Invitational Westminster Kennel Club UKC Premier The Louisville Cluster Westchester Weekend Detroit Kennel Club Del Valle/Golden Gate Appendix E: For Further Reading Dog Magazines Books Glossary Index What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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