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Originally Posted by bjh  I just want to say that I agree with everything Donna said in the above post. I first started showing yorkies over three years ago. I had no mentor and so I jumped in and made some mistakes but I have learned a lot and I have lots more to learn. There are many good breeder/exhibitors out there that are willing to help but sometimes you have to reach out them and show them that you are serious. No matter how many books you read or how many shows and videos you watch, there is nothing like real ring experience. While most of my showing experiences have been very good and positive, I have has some disappointing experiences also but in showing you do have to be tough and take the good with the bad. |
I agree wholeheartedly. It does take awhile to learn the ins and outs. And to have your face become familiar to the regular show participants. I am totally new to showing Yorkies and was excited when we all had a setup in the same area. I got to meet every-one and didn't feel too jittery because not only my breeder was there, but every-one was pretty friendly and helpfull. I started showing our Blackies (Black Russian Terriers) about 3years ago when they were puppies-so my face became familiar to the regular exhibitors. I was touched that many of the regular working dog exhibitors noticed that I won my class at the Yorkie specialty and came up to contgratulate us. That makes the weekend so enjoyable
Gail in Ontario