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SHOULD YOU SHOW YOUR DOG ??

You’ve just acquired a puppy that is considered to be the “pick of the litter”. The breed tells you that your new puppy is “show quality” and that he may be Competitive in the show ring. While you are more than willing to provide a loving home and proper training for your new dog, you aren’t familiar with the world of Dog shows. What does it take?? “Although it’s a lot of work, its also a lot of pleasure” according to Marg Pough, who breeds and judges at American Kennel club ( AKC) shows.
Meeting other people who also share your affinity for the same breed is another bonus. Going to dog shows provides an opportunity to learn more about your dog’s health, ancestry and temperament, as there are always people there who are more than willing to give advice and share information with you.

What makes a special dog and one who deserves to add the title of “Champion” CH In front of his name?? Certainly a dog that has been carefully and specifically bred to look and to act like his ancestors did decades earlier.
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SHOW QUALITY VS PET QUALITY

Responsible show breeders devote many years to producing healthy and well adjusted dogs who are good representatives of their breed. While many dogs born in a litter are of pet quality, breeders are lucky to have one or more pups with show potential. To receive the CH title the AKC requires dogs to compete against others of the same breed and to win at least 15 points. Two wins must be worth three or more points and under two different judges.

TEMPERAMENT IS IMPORTANT

To succeed in the show ring, the dog must have a steady temperament that can tolerate the conditions at a dog show…crowds, noise, people who want to pet your dog and also- he rigors of travel. Its not only about being a pretty dog. Attending training classes and learning how to correctly present your breed is
essential and may take some time before you actually enter a show.

REWARDS FOR YOU – AND YOUR DOG

While the preparation of grooming, training and traveling to various shows always take time and commitment, a bond can develop to last a lifetime.