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Marcellacml · 09-27-2006, 08:56 AM

She wouldn't be eligible?

what a pity

Peters · 09-27-2006, 09:44 AM

i don't think so most puppys from pet stores are from puppy mills. do you have papers on her? the akc standards are listed at

http://www.akc.org/breeds/yorkshire_terrier/index.cfm

Mardelin · 09-27-2006, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcellacml

She wouldn't be eligible?

what a pity

If you have unlimited registration, you could show her. The main reason for showing and championing your dogs is too get approval of your breeding stock. The one problem big problem that you will have is not knowing her background, health issues, temperament issues, etc.......

YorkieRose · 09-27-2006, 05:04 PM

You can show ANY dog that is registered AKC at any AKC show..you can buy a puppy from the worst puppy miller in America and show it...that is not the point. The point is..Is the puppy show quality? Rarely, if ever will you find a show potential in a pet shop.
PS..if you have AKC papers, then you have a pedigree available, if you have a pedigree, you have history and can locate the breeder..

Marcellacml · 09-27-2006, 08:21 PM

thats really sad

poor puppys just cause they were born in a mill they're not "show quality" i'm going to try anyway i'm sure she'll have a great time even if she doesn't win anything.

Mardelin · 09-28-2006, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcellacml

thats really sad

poor puppys just cause they were born in a mill they're not "show quality" i'm going to try anyway i'm sure she'll have a great time even if she doesn't win anything.

No one said you couldn't show her. The purpose of showing your dog is to get approval of your breeding stock. Since your puppy was purchased in a pet store, most likely you don't have her history. Dog showing is an expensive hobby and not as easy as it looks. There's hours of training, conditioning and taking care of that coat. Show dogs need to have the attitude and temperament first before you take them into the ring. Some don't like it. If they're the most beautiful specimens of the breed, if there is no attitude they won't show.

YorkieRose · 09-28-2006, 05:00 AM

If you want nothing more then to have fun and winning is not a factor, take her to a fun match or a handling class. Why waste a ton of money and others exhabitors time to show your pet? If you find she is a show potential pup, then you can go to an AKC show and get serious.

People have the misconception that showing dogs are for fun and pets are welcome...not so..it is a very serious endeavor, entered by people who are dedicated to the betterment of the breed...no one has fun if you and your untrained pet have no clue what you are doing..you will go home with hurt feelings and a bad taste in your mouth for show people.
Of course, this is America and you may do as you wish.
Best of Luck

Mardelin · 09-28-2006, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by YorkieRose

If you want nothing more then to have fun and winning is not a factor, take her to a fun match or a handling class. Why waste a ton of money and others exhabitors time to show your pet? If you find she is a show potential pup, then you can go to an AKC show and get serious.

People have the misconception that showing dogs are for fun and pets are welcome...not so..it is a very serious endeavor, entered by people who are dedicated to the betterment of the breed...no one has fun if you and your untrained pet have no clue what you are doing..you will go home with hurt feelings and a bad taste in your mouth for show people.
Of course, this is America and you may do as you wish.
Best of Luck

Totally agree with you. I forgot to mention the training one has to go through to enter the ring. It looks really easy from the outside looking in. I couldn't understand why the handlers were coming out of the ring, ringing in sweat with the airconditioning going full blast. Boy did I find out.....your dog can be very well trained, but when you get in the ring you need to anticipate their every move and correct it without being obvious. You'd never think one little yorkie could be hard to present.

Marcellacml · 09-28-2006, 01:01 PM

Theres no such thing as the perfect yorkie so how do they know what pup has a good coat or what they're colors are supposed to be? I never understand that..so what can I do with my pup that she'll enjoy?

Mardelin · 09-28-2006, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcellacml

Theres no such thing as the perfect yorkie so how do they know what pup has a good coat or what they're colors are supposed to be? I never understand that..so what can I do with my pup that she'll enjoy?

Knowing a good coat comes with years of knowledge, and studying. Coat is of the prime importance, but health and structure are number 1 in a reputable breeder/exhibitors criteria.

As Yorkie Rose said breeder/exhibitors are serious about their dogs and showing them. They've studied, worked hard and put a lot of blood, sweat and tears in to their programs.

Have you thought of doing agility with your little girl. But, have a physical done on her before you start. There is also syncrinized dancing, I understand yorkies are wonderful at that competition.

YorkieRose · 09-28-2006, 03:18 PM

If a person wants to learn what is correct and incorrect, you start by reading the standard, then go to shows to watch and learn...long, time knowledgable breeders got together a long time ago and perfected it... it is our job as ethical breeders to adher to the standard as close as possible.
You will not like what I say, but the truth is..if a breeder sells to a pet shop, they are not concerned with the standard or what happens to their puppies...all Yorkies clubs forbid breeders to sell to pets shops and remain a member.
I am sure your little girl is a wonderful companion..where she came from is no longer important..before the purchase it was, it is not now.
Best wishes

luvdorkyyorkies · 09-28-2006, 04:11 PM

Yorkierose,

You are the bomb & boom!!!!!! I respect you very much.
Not one person who could give me information on yorkies I would respect more then you. Love your candor. You are facts and wisdom. You are a loved person. You dont Joke either....But this is the Home of the Joker......
.
But I do want and intend to show AKC.......and when I do.......Im very serious. And if I am the fool, its okay............. I always was..

JeanieK · 09-28-2006, 04:38 PM

Judges for conformation can be very blunt and harsh.

Obedience, rally, and agility training are much more fun than conformation.

Join a local Kennel club, and you will learn a lot obout showing. I wouldn't go into it blind.

YorkieRose · 09-28-2006, 04:44 PM

Kelly..I wish you all the luck in world in the goals you are setting for yourself..Best wishes

Marcellacml · 09-28-2006, 07:53 PM

your making my puppy feel like a piece of pooh now

09-27-2006, 08:56 AM	#1
Marcellacml Cosmo, Minnie, and Lillian Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New York Posts: 3,107	So if I wanted to show my yorkie that I got at the local pet shop... She wouldn't be eligible? what a pity

09-27-2006, 09:44 AM	#2
Peters YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,225	i don't think so most puppys from pet stores are from puppy mills. do you have papers on her? the akc standards are listed at http://www.akc.org/breeds/yorkshire_terrier/index.cfm __________________ A pet's love is true right from the start, through good times and bad, like sharing one heart.

09-27-2006, 05:04 PM	#4
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	showing You can show ANY dog that is registered AKC at any AKC show..you can buy a puppy from the worst puppy miller in America and show it...that is not the point. The point is..Is the puppy show quality? Rarely, if ever will you find a show potential in a pet shop. PS..if you have AKC papers, then you have a pedigree available, if you have a pedigree, you have history and can locate the breeder..

09-28-2006, 05:00 AM	#7
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	showing If you want nothing more then to have fun and winning is not a factor, take her to a fun match or a handling class. Why waste a ton of money and others exhabitors time to show your pet? If you find she is a show potential pup, then you can go to an AKC show and get serious. People have the misconception that showing dogs are for fun and pets are welcome...not so..it is a very serious endeavor, entered by people who are dedicated to the betterment of the breed...no one has fun if you and your untrained pet have no clue what you are doing..you will go home with hurt feelings and a bad taste in your mouth for show people. Of course, this is America and you may do as you wish. Best of Luck

09-28-2006, 03:18 PM	#11
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	standard If a person wants to learn what is correct and incorrect, you start by reading the standard, then go to shows to watch and learn...long, time knowledgable breeders got together a long time ago and perfected it... it is our job as ethical breeders to adher to the standard as close as possible. You will not like what I say, but the truth is..if a breeder sells to a pet shop, they are not concerned with the standard or what happens to their puppies...all Yorkies clubs forbid breeders to sell to pets shops and remain a member. I am sure your little girl is a wonderful companion..where she came from is no longer important..before the purchase it was, it is not now. Best wishes

09-27-2006, 08:21 PM	#5
Marcellacml Cosmo, Minnie, and Lillian Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New York Posts: 3,107	thats really sad poor puppys just cause they were born in a mill they're not "show quality" i'm going to try anyway i'm sure she'll have a great time even if she doesn't win anything.

09-28-2006, 01:01 PM	#9
Marcellacml Cosmo, Minnie, and Lillian Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New York Posts: 3,107	Theres no such thing as the perfect yorkie so how do they know what pup has a good coat or what they're colors are supposed to be? I never understand that..so what can I do with my pup that she'll enjoy?

09-28-2006, 04:11 PM	#12
luvdorkyyorkies BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,681	Yorkierose, You are the bomb & boom!!!!!! I respect you very much. Not one person who could give me information on yorkies I would respect more then you. Love your candor. You are facts and wisdom. You are a loved person. You dont Joke either....But this is the Home of the Joker...... . But I do want and intend to show AKC.......and when I do.......Im very serious. And if I am the fool, its okay............. I always was..

09-28-2006, 04:38 PM	#13
JeanieK Donating YT 12K Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Council Bluffs Iowa Posts: 12,552	Judges for conformation can be very blunt and harsh. Obedience, rally, and agility training are much more fun than conformation. Join a local Kennel club, and you will learn a lot obout showing. I wouldn't go into it blind.

09-28-2006, 04:44 PM	#14
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	Kelly Kelly..I wish you all the luck in world in the goals you are setting for yourself..Best wishes

09-28-2006, 07:53 PM	#15
Marcellacml Cosmo, Minnie, and Lillian Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New York Posts: 3,107	your making my puppy feel like a piece of pooh now