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Abby08 · 11-01-2009, 08:12 PM

I think they can't be any younger than 6 months old to enter into puppy class.

I have seen at least two of books out on showing, one is for junior handlers but has good info in it too. There may be other books or DVD's? that I am not aware of.

I don't remember the link but one of the folks here gave a You Tube link to a video about what humans should wear and do in the ring to give a professional appearance.

I am lucky to have a professional dog trainer in my area that practicly does it all, she gives lessons on how to teach your dog conformation standing and walking in the ring.

I would think that first and formost, always make it fun for your dog and not a chore, you want him to focus on you and be a happy dog with his tail up! Keep the lessons upbeat and if you are getting frustrated, then quit until you can get a fresh start later or the next day.

Oh, the AKC website has a list of show rules, Good books too! I think it is just hard to go through all their links to find the rules but worth it!

Did your breeder show their dog,(s)? He/She should be a fountain of information for you!

Good luck to you and Pann!!!

11-01-2009, 08:12 PM	#2
Abby08 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: ,nc,usa Posts: 193	I think they can't be any younger than 6 months old to enter into puppy class. I have seen at least two of books out on showing, one is for junior handlers but has good info in it too. There may be other books or DVD's? that I am not aware of. I don't remember the link but one of the folks here gave a You Tube link to a video about what humans should wear and do in the ring to give a professional appearance. I am lucky to have a professional dog trainer in my area that practicly does it all, she gives lessons on how to teach your dog conformation standing and walking in the ring. I would think that first and formost, always make it fun for your dog and not a chore, you want him to focus on you and be a happy dog with his tail up! Keep the lessons upbeat and if you are getting frustrated, then quit until you can get a fresh start later or the next day. Oh, the AKC website has a list of show rules, Good books too! I think it is just hard to go through all their links to find the rules but worth it! Did your breeder show their dog,(s)? He/She should be a fountain of information for you! Good luck to you and Pann!!!