Showing Your Dog by Everest, Elaine -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Half-title Page Title Page Copyright Page Contents Acknowledgements Introduction 1: Starting Out

Breed standard Being aware of faults Choosing a dog with sound temperament Checking the pedigree Considering the training Picking the right breed The seven groups Questions to ask yourself How much to pay? Doing your research Buying from advertisements A guide to finding a puppy for the show ring Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

2: Learning to Show

Training at home Vaccinating Grooming Introducing a collar and lead Hands on Fun time Puppy classes Ringcraft classes Match night and parties Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

3: Grooming and Presentation

Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness Grooming procedures Do it yourself Coat products Bath and blow dry Clippers and scissors Grooming table Grooming equipment Ears Teeth Mouth Feet, nails and pads Dog clothes The day of the show Coat trimming Poo bags Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

4: Entering a Show

Plan ahead Finding a dog show What is a show schedule? Which class to enter Completing the entry form Meeting the entry deadline Receiving proof of entry Passes Establish a system Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

5: Travelling with Dogs

Travelling by car Dog safety in cars Car training Taking out a breakdown service policy Arrive in time Keep in touch Dogs on board Leaving dogs at home Preparing food and water Using seat covers and blankets Staying over Keeping your room clean Travelling by caravan and camping Hot days Adverse weather Making plans for the journey Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

6: The Day of the Show

Coping with bad weather Keeping cleaning products to hand Coping with hot weather Carry drinking water Navigating car parks Where to go Benched shows Show safety Finding your bearings Preparing your dog Presenting yourself Entering the ring Seen dogs Best of Breed Open shows Group judging Items to pack for the show Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

7: Rules and Etiquette

The red book Breaking a rule Making a complaint Thinking of others In the ring Being first Arriving late Making enemies The judge Benching area Respecting the show secretary Dealing with dog waste Approaching other dogs Dress code Baiting Unentered dogs Groups Be polite Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

8: Awards and Prizes

Trophies Rosettes Place cards Goodies Challenge Certificate Junior Warrant Show Certificate of Merit Breeder’s competition Dog of the Year Stakes class Training club awards Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

9: Major Championship Shows

Crufts Crufts 2009 qualifications for entry of dogs Shows Obtaining schedules Finding out who is judging Keeping records Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

10: What Next?

Exhibit overseas Buy another dog Your own kennel name Breeding Become a judge Join a committee Rescue work PAT dogs Agility Flyball Obedience Heelwork to music Work in the dog trade Join the Kennel Club Take a canine course Enjoy your hobby Author’s story A good exhibitor … A bad exhibitor …

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