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Originally Posted by topknot  Start working wiht her some now - getting use to a lead. You can start showing when she turns 6 months old. I recommend puppy class. Cost is about 25.00 per day to enter. Check with either AKC events or Jack Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C. for shows in your area and the closing date. You have to start somewhere - I just jump right in and learn as you go.
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Excellent advice. I would add putting her on a table a few times per day to help her get used to it, and take her places with lot's of activity. The best way to learn about showing is at the show. Find a club in your area that offers a show class and attend, but also attend a few shows and see how it works. My first experience at the show was eye opening. Sonja and Riesha let me sit and watch as they prepared for the competition and gave me a wealth of great advice. They completely changed my opinion of "show people." Later, when I entered my first show, one of the ladies I was up against helped me fix my topknot right before I went into the ring. I only have one show per year close to me so I have to travel to show and that is the biggest cost for me. I'm still learning but having a great time.
