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Originally Posted by tegamom1  Kalina, I agree with Mardelin as I think UKC might be a way of training, but I also definitely feel it could give one a false sense of security. I'm afraid many people go out and excited that they have put a championship on a dog in a weekend or so in UKC, not realizing, it could never obtain an AKC title because the quality is just not there. This is not to offend or to say there aren't any UKC champions that are good representatives of the breed. Yes, there are handlers in AKC, and yes, now and again you will show under a judge that is, shall we say, a little political...Big deal! Such is everything in life. I truly feel if you don't have a good mentor, it is very possible to find one while showing in AKC. If you honestly want to learn the ropes, there are wonderful breeders and exhibitors out there that are more than willing to help you. |
Mary Ann - Thank you for your opinions. I appreciate it. The bold statement is the one i've been thinking about for a while that bothers me the most. Since its easier to get a UKC championship, some can go out and get one with their mediocre dog that would never achieve an AKC championship. Then people buying puppies are kinda fooled into paying for a champion sired dog that really isn't up to snuff. (what's the word for a champion mother cause i don't think the word in my head is right LOL)