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YorkieRini · 04-11-2006, 11:35 AM

1. Train your dog to walk on grass.

2. Dont' leave the show until you get your pictures taken. The do them at the end of the show. I left drove an hour out and came back when Theresa told me about the pictures.

3. Don't wait to register the day of the show. Register online otherwise you may not be able to enter day of the show. I missed the first show because of that.

4. Don't be discouraged if you don't win all of the shows. You dog is a winner no matter what, he/she needs to put on a show for the judge at that moment..practice practice at home. Go to handling classes.
Find them here: http://www.akc.org/events/obedience/training_clubs/

5.Practice your topknot..I love this presesntation
http://www.purepaws.net/Top_Knots_files/frame.htm

6. Make sure your show dog eats. I gave Dice McD's hamburger patty all weekend he LOVED it..lol

7. Becareful around large dogs. A Mastiff went after a Crested at the IABCA and in my handling class a Mastiff went after another Yorkie.

Long Live the Wannabes!!!

shyorkies · 04-11-2006, 05:27 PM

Long Live the Wannabes!!! "Quote"

YES long live the "Wannabes!"~

Irene is exactly right do NOT ever be disappointed in your dog! Enjoy your day and the time you get to spend one on one with your pal! That is all the matter at the end of the day~

yorkiemom1970 · 04-11-2006, 08:22 PM

Thanks Irene! Great post!

princesspippi · 04-13-2006, 11:10 AM

I'm new here, and I wanted to reply and tell you this a great post! I'm a "wannabe." I'm looking for a show prospect. This is a great board!

YorkieRini · 04-13-2006, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by princesspippi

I'm new here, and I wanted to reply and tell you this a great post! I'm a "wannabe." I'm looking for a show prospect. This is a great board!

Hey, I went to my first real show. And believe me I took notes for what to do next time. Feel free to add to the list..lolol

Love your name by the way..welcome to YT!

feminvstr · 04-13-2006, 11:39 AM

Great thread but I was advised NOT to feed your dog the morning of a show you really dont want him to have an accident in the ring. Not a pretty sight!

YorkieRini · 04-13-2006, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by feminvstr

Great thread but I was advised NOT to feed your dog the morning of a show you really dont want him to have an accident in the ring. Not a pretty sight!

Ohh..didn't think of that..lol.

feminvstr · 04-13-2006, 11:56 AM

also Irene I would suggest not feeding McDs' patty its fried food (your going to get a runny mess all over that freshly groomed show coat when you least expect it) go to a local deli for fresh turkey for a treat on the road.

txshopper73 · 04-13-2006, 12:00 PM

Great thread, Irene! I find it very interesting to read about showing! Thanks for sharing this!!!

YorkieRini · 04-13-2006, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by txshopper73

Great thread, Irene! I find it very interesting to read about showing! Thanks for sharing this!!!

Well I'm glad it's helping get others wheels turning. Just wanted to shared what I wished I knew before hand.

Oh and scratch the McDs Turkey Breast instead. I was lucky that Dice didn't have an explosion

, I am all about prevention.

feminvstr · 04-13-2006, 12:27 PM

Prevention always, anything can go wrong when you least expect it. Also always best if you groom in your hotel and your dog/bitch gets car sick pack an extra bag with baby wipes, shampoo, hair dryer and iron to do a quick touch up or rinse. Bring a treat but dont give it to him/her until your finished for the day.

BTW you cannot register in an AKC the day of the show I believe only the IABCA allows this. There is about a 3 week prior cut off date entering into AKC shows.

Also with the IABCA if your dog/bitch falls into the adult class. Dont register for all 4 shows. You can finish your little one with championship in three shows, if he/she doesnt finish then you have the option of picking up that last show. Why pay for it if you dont need it.

yorkiemom1970 · 04-13-2006, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by YorkieRini

Well I'm glad it's helping get others wheels turning. Just wanted to shared what I wished I knew before hand.

Oh and scratch the McDs Turkey Breast instead. I was lucky that Dice didn't have an explosion

, I am all about prevention.

Just break off the McD's in little pieces! LOL

No harm in rewarding them! Just wait til AFTER the show ! LOL

feminvstr · 04-13-2006, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkiemom1970

Just break off the McD's in little pieces! LOL

No harm in rewarding them! Just wait til AFTER the show ! LOL

Robbie its a poop explosion not a mayo drip!

Fried food is not a good idea diarrhea is the least of what you want to worry about when showing, when you gotta go you gotta go

!

yorkiemom1970 · 04-13-2006, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by feminvstr

Robbie its a poop explosion not a mayo drip!

Fried food is not a good idea diarreha is the least of what you want to worry about when showing, when you gotta go you gotta go

!

I understand that. I did say "wait til after the show"

yorkiemom1970 · 04-13-2006, 02:09 PM

There is a lady in my area who shows papillions. Is doing quite well with them I might add and has worked with me and my daughter on occassion with our handling. Anyway, she gives her pap's little pieces of "slim jim" beef sticks (the greasy long sticks) when showing. (keeps them in her mouth like a beaver, LOL) What do you all use for bait?

04-11-2006, 11:35 AM	#1
YorkieRini Livin' La Yorkie Local Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 1,607	Tips for new exhibitors 1. Train your dog to walk on grass. 2. Dont' leave the show until you get your pictures taken. The do them at the end of the show. I left drove an hour out and came back when Theresa told me about the pictures. 3. Don't wait to register the day of the show. Register online otherwise you may not be able to enter day of the show. I missed the first show because of that. 4. Don't be discouraged if you don't win all of the shows. You dog is a winner no matter what, he/she needs to put on a show for the judge at that moment..practice practice at home. Go to handling classes. Find them here: http://www.akc.org/events/obedience/training_clubs/ 5.Practice your topknot..I love this presesntation http://www.purepaws.net/Top_Knots_files/frame.htm 6. Make sure your show dog eats. I gave Dice McD's hamburger patty all weekend he LOVED it..lol 7. Becareful around large dogs. A Mastiff went after a Crested at the IABCA and in my handling class a Mastiff went after another Yorkie. Long Live the Wannabes!!! __________________ Irene www.stellaryorkies.com "Live everyday as it if it were your last!"

04-13-2006, 11:39 AM	#6
feminvstr Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 4,398	Great thread but I was advised NOT to feed your dog the morning of a show you really dont want him to have an accident in the ring. Not a pretty sight! __________________ Kimberly

04-13-2006, 11:56 AM	#8
feminvstr Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 4,398	also Irene I would suggest not feeding McDs' patty its fried food (your going to get a runny mess all over that freshly groomed show coat when you least expect it) go to a local deli for fresh turkey for a treat on the road. __________________ Kimberly

04-13-2006, 12:00 PM	#9
txshopper73 Donating YT 14K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Victoria, Texas Posts: 14,194 Blog Entries: 1	Great thread, Irene! I find it very interesting to read about showing! Thanks for sharing this!!! __________________ As always...JMO (Just My Opinion) Kimberley Gracie, London and Dallas

04-13-2006, 12:27 PM	#11
feminvstr Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 4,398	Prevention always, anything can go wrong when you least expect it. Also always best if you groom in your hotel and your dog/bitch gets car sick pack an extra bag with baby wipes, shampoo, hair dryer and iron to do a quick touch up or rinse. Bring a treat but dont give it to him/her until your finished for the day. BTW you cannot register in an AKC the day of the show I believe only the IABCA allows this. There is about a 3 week prior cut off date entering into AKC shows. Also with the IABCA if your dog/bitch falls into the adult class. Dont register for all 4 shows. You can finish your little one with championship in three shows, if he/she doesnt finish then you have the option of picking up that last show. Why pay for it if you dont need it. __________________ Kimberly

04-11-2006, 05:27 PM	#2
shyorkies Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: midwest Posts: 572	Long Live the Wannabes!!! "Quote" YES long live the "Wannabes!"~ Irene is exactly right do NOT ever be disappointed in your dog! Enjoy your day and the time you get to spend one on one with your pal! That is all the matter at the end of the day~

04-11-2006, 08:22 PM	#3
yorkiemom1970 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,947	Thanks Irene! Great post!

04-13-2006, 11:10 AM	#4
princesspippi Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 11	I'm new here, and I wanted to reply and tell you this a great post! I'm a "wannabe." I'm looking for a show prospect. This is a great board!

04-13-2006, 02:09 PM	#15
yorkiemom1970 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,947	There is a lady in my area who shows papillions. Is doing quite well with them I might add and has worked with me and my daughter on occassion with our handling. Anyway, she gives her pap's little pieces of "slim jim" beef sticks (the greasy long sticks) when showing. (keeps them in her mouth like a beaver, LOL) What do you all use for bait?