2007-08-13 04:57:51 · 7 answers · asked by jade c 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Find a local Kennel Club near you. They have confirmation classes. They are always more than willing to help our a fellow dog fancier. Don't take it the wrong way if they tell you your dog just doesn't have what it takes for the Confirmation ring. They've probably been involved most of their lives and have an eye for the standard of most breeds. There is always obedience!
2007-08-13 05:05:41 · answer #1 · answered by Pam 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to many show handling classes, or get yourself a handler. Mostly, you are the one who needs training. After you know what you are doing, your can show the dog.
I am assuming you mean conformation shows, for which taking an obedience class is the wrong move. You do not want to train the dog to sit every time you come to a stop. If you are going to be showing in obedience, then by all means take some obedience classes. Otherwise, a handling class is what you want.
And yes, showing is expensive. The entry fee for each show is between $25 and $30. Not to mention the driving and related hotel and food costs. A four day show is about $100 in entries nad then usually another $200 in expenses. You need a LOT of extra time and money to show!!!!!
2007-08-13 12:01:33 · answer #2 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Was your dog bred to show?
Not just any dog can be a show dog, AKC registered means nothing. You'll be wasting entry fees if you bought your dog from a backyard breeder. The quality of backyard bred dogs is very poor, and doesn't stand up to the show-quality bred dogs in the ring.
You'll need to take Handling classes, and learn how to stack your dog, as well as learn how to gait your dog. Hopefully your dog doesn't have issues with hocking. To finish a championship, you'd need 2 majors and a total of 15 points. Find out the scale of points for your breed, so you'll know how many dogs you'll need to beat.
2007-08-13 12:08:28 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming your dog is AKC registered and has not been spayed or neutered. You can start by contacting your breeder and asking them to evaluate if your dog to see if it meets the breed standard and is of show quality. You can also go to www.akc.org if in the U.S. and find the national breed club for your dog. They will put you in contact with your regional breed club where you will meet other breeders who show dogs who can evaluate your dog's potential. They often have clinics or classes to teach showing technique and sometimes fun matches where you can practice. The best way is to find a breeder that can mentor you and help you along. That's probably the best way to get started.
2007-08-13 12:04:38 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to some AKC sanctioned shows and matches in your area to see how it is done. Then take your dog and sign up for obedience classes, get your vet to recommend a good trainer, or try Petco, they schedule classes sometimes.
Not easy, and you need to have a pedigree, registered dog with good conformation and personality - and lots of free time and money if you are going to go into this seriously.
2007-08-13 12:02:15 · answer #5 · answered by rescue member 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your local Kennel Club, they should be able to direct you to some handling classes in the area.
Attend as many dog shows as possible to see how it is done.
2007-08-13 12:04:59 · answer #6 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to be specific. What kind of dog show? Conformation, obedience, Rally, Agility.....
Is your dog a purebred? Spayed? Neutered?
What country?
2007-08-13 12:36:33 · answer #7 · answered by Marna O 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋