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bjh · 10-18-2009, 04:36 PM

Mary, thanks for the tip on the topknot. I am still struggling with learning how to do a proper topknot.

I love a nice topline too. I watch the dog show videos a lot and the really good toplines really stick out.

You some of you explain about structural faults. I have seen many yorkies win that do not have the reach and drive. Is the drive due to the amount of stifle angulation? If a puppy at 6 months does not seem to have a lot of drive can they develop more drive as they get older and get more leg under them?

I have been told by a number of show breeders that if a dog has more than two faults they should not be shown. If a dog has ears that are a bit larger than you prefer or a muzzle a little longer than you prefer would you consider that a fault or would you just consider structural faults like topline, ear set, tail set, proper front, rear, etc.

Thanks to all of you for your valuable input.

10-18-2009, 04:36 PM	#53
bjh Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 7,959	Mary, thanks for the tip on the topknot. I am still struggling with learning how to do a proper topknot. I love a nice topline too. I watch the dog show videos a lot and the really good toplines really stick out. You some of you explain about structural faults. I have seen many yorkies win that do not have the reach and drive. Is the drive due to the amount of stifle angulation? If a puppy at 6 months does not seem to have a lot of drive can they develop more drive as they get older and get more leg under them? I have been told by a number of show breeders that if a dog has more than two faults they should not be shown. If a dog has ears that are a bit larger than you prefer or a muzzle a little longer than you prefer would you consider that a fault or would you just consider structural faults like topline, ear set, tail set, proper front, rear, etc. Thanks to all of you for your valuable input.