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Originally Posted by mauirobin  I have found a breeder for my next puppy. I want to dabble in the ring & will be looking for a mentor in my area. Of course I want to spend some time learning pre-puppy, so if any of you are nearby, just let me know.
I have also seen on AKC site that I can apply for one here in my area. Also, a question if you please....with female dogs, do you have to miss potential shows because of heat cycles? It would seem to me that you would. Just wondered how you get around these things if it's possible, or if that's the reason there seem to be more males in the ring?
There are several confirmation coming up in the next few months in Cincy & Columbus that I plan on attending to observe. Any help or advice greatly appreciated. |
As Mardelin said usually your breeder is your mentor in the show world;however here is a site you might like to study:
Conformation Stacking
It uses clicker training but you don't have to use clicker training.
Here is one beginning exercise you can do preferably with a show lead, but can be done with a regular lead to. The object here is not to have the lead sway or swing when you walk, and that the lead hangs down directly from your hand to its clasp.
You place the lead in your left hand and you simply walk in a show circle. ie counter clockwise. Vary your pace. Also keep elbow tuck into your body at about waist height with arm turned away from you about ninety degrees. Stop and start smoothly. Now do same exercise with the down and back.
Figure out what are the shoes you want to wear in the ring. No heels, no open backed or toed shoes. Preferably crepe soled, or a non slip sole.
Also investigate if there are local breed clubs in your area, that teach conformation showing. But again clear all through with your mentor.
Have fun, and good luck in the show ring.