Mary Anna and Mary - I totally agree. I have only met a couple of people in all my years that were not helpful. Most everyone is very nice and will help, sometimes all you have to do is ask. In showing, we try to help the breed and by helping others we feel that we do.
I think that if you show UKC and want to do better, you really need to show in AKC shows too. You can beat handlers, you just need a good dog. So don't give the excuse you do not show at AKC shows due to the professional handlers, not a good excuse. They are just good at what they do, experts in grooming, and know how to handle - that is their profession. But anyone can do as good as they do, if they just try and practice. While I am at a show, I watch carefully and hopefully I learn. |