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Originally Posted by topknot  Congratulations. Yes, you want to make sure that this puppy you are getting for showing is older. Min. age of 6 months to get a prospect. But the older the better, so you know what you are getting and hopefully make show. Showing is exciting. I love it! It is a real family thing with my hubby and me and sometimes my kids come along. They are in their 20s. LOL We make it though a family trip at times and have the RV to travel to shows in. Since you are in AL I am sure I will see you soon, since I am in GA. I have traveled to AL before and will more this year.
I have one of my girls doing obedience training now on Saturdays and will be taking the test soon to be a therapy dog. :-)
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Thank you - Actually I should clarify - he is younger but at this point looks like a possible show prospect. I was originallly purchasing him as a pet puppy. My breeder said that he is really looking good so far and asked me to consider showing him if he turns out to be show quality and I agreed. It's a win win for me because I didn't originally have my heart set on showing but I am excited and preparing as if he will be. I figure it can't hurt to read and learn as much as I can. I'm a little anal that way.
Have you been to the show in Priceville? I went back in November just for fun - I sat with a girl who knew a lot and she was so helpful at explaining everything to me. It was fascinating.
Sadie and I love obedience and especially agility. She still has a little maturing to do before testing for therapy. She seems to have the right temperment for it though.
I want to also explain something else so no one is confused. Sadie is spayed and I'm not in any way looking to breed. I'm viewing this more as a sport and something fun and bonding to do with the puppy. If he doesn't turn out or even if he does, then later, after showing he will be neutered.
Thanks again,
Karen