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Well, we had our first experience showing yesterday at the Sawnee Mountain Kennel Club all breed Sanctioned Match. We did pretty good. I had both of my babies in and my male won Best of Breed and then took Best in Group (toys) and then we had to compete in Best Puppy in Match. We didn't win that, but the experience was great. I was so very proud of my babies. They did a wonderful job walking and I had a great time. It really gave me the practice I needed before really showing against the pros and gave my yorkies the chance to get experince in the ring and see/hear other dogs. My husband even had to go in the ring for the first time, since both our dogs won their spot 6-9 puppies (male and female). He actually did pretty good. Hard to believe he had open heart surgery just 2 months ago.
The judge was so nice and talked to us after the show - that he knew we had a group win when he saw my male. He said that it is a very special yorkie and will win many group wins to come, if we take good care of him and let a lot of hands on him. I can't wait for more opportunitues. I know we won't win all the time, but this was really a great moral booster and we need this for the confidence to do well in the ring. I haven't shown since the 80's and was really nervous!
Here are some photos of the match. It was outside and very windy. Not the best conditions for our yorkies. But at least the skies were clear and not too too hot. Hope you all enjoy the photos.