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Chanelie · 07-15-2011, 01:04 PM

CJ125--I was just expressing my opinion. I hope that you or anyone else does not take offense to it.

My dogs all come from very reputable breeders in the Yorkie world--2 of them are directly from Canada. I don't want to start a "my dog is better than yours" debate because that is silly and not what this is about.

Long story short, I've been in and out of the ring for the past 40 years with various breeds of dogs (not Yorkies). I've been lucky enough to produce and handle some amazing dogs that have done extremely well in AKC shows. I know enough about dogs to know what a well-moving dog looks like of any breed.

I retired from showing dogs 10 years ago because the travel and physical demands (getting old isn't for sissies) but I still go to a show here and there to see what is out there.

I've been attending the National and regional in NYC for the past 5 years and have had the pleasure to see some breathtaking Yorkies.

To address your points:

"Every judge seems to have their own idea of what they think a breed should look like while staying within the breed description. I think this is true of any sport."

Yes, this is true however when there is no consistency in the judging it makes one wonder if the judge really has a type he is looking for.

Once again you're using a video to evaluate a dog - not very accurate if you ask me. Even watching from the sideline doesn't always give you an accurate picture of these dogs walking. That's why judges have them walk together and then seperately.

I have seen the dog 2 years in a row at NY and even at the last National in February. I am not saying he moves bad all the time but watching the Westminster video I was appalled. There were so many nice dogs in that ring that moved much better than he did that day. Tha'ts all I am saying.

Topline is second to coat? I have to disagree with that. Topline is more important than coat. While coat color is important it is NO where near as important as structure. The color of their coat and even texture has been somewhat hard to achieve consistantly and what I would call cosmetic while topline (structure) is essential.

I too agree, but according to the standard the coat is "of prime importance." I'd take structure over coat any day of the week but alas, I did not write the standard.

All I am saying is that I don't see the hype about the dog that is idolized on this board. Sure, it is a nice dog but there are definitely some better dogs out there that are unsung by the show people on here. After all, I guess it is just the YTers opinions on here and there don't seem to be too many people on here that show.

07-15-2011, 01:04 PM	#16
Chanelie YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NY Posts: 7	CJ125--I was just expressing my opinion. I hope that you or anyone else does not take offense to it. My dogs all come from very reputable breeders in the Yorkie world--2 of them are directly from Canada. I don't want to start a "my dog is better than yours" debate because that is silly and not what this is about. Long story short, I've been in and out of the ring for the past 40 years with various breeds of dogs (not Yorkies). I've been lucky enough to produce and handle some amazing dogs that have done extremely well in AKC shows. I know enough about dogs to know what a well-moving dog looks like of any breed. I retired from showing dogs 10 years ago because the travel and physical demands (getting old isn't for sissies) but I still go to a show here and there to see what is out there. I've been attending the National and regional in NYC for the past 5 years and have had the pleasure to see some breathtaking Yorkies. To address your points: "Every judge seems to have their own idea of what they think a breed should look like while staying within the breed description. I think this is true of any sport." Yes, this is true however when there is no consistency in the judging it makes one wonder if the judge really has a type he is looking for. Once again you're using a video to evaluate a dog - not very accurate if you ask me. Even watching from the sideline doesn't always give you an accurate picture of these dogs walking. That's why judges have them walk together and then seperately. I have seen the dog 2 years in a row at NY and even at the last National in February. I am not saying he moves bad all the time but watching the Westminster video I was appalled. There were so many nice dogs in that ring that moved much better than he did that day. Tha'ts all I am saying. Topline is second to coat? I have to disagree with that. Topline is more important than coat. While coat color is important it is NO where near as important as structure. The color of their coat and even texture has been somewhat hard to achieve consistantly and what I would call cosmetic while topline (structure) is essential. I too agree, but according to the standard the coat is "of prime importance." I'd take structure over coat any day of the week but alas, I did not write the standard. All I am saying is that I don't see the hype about the dog that is idolized on this board. Sure, it is a nice dog but there are definitely some better dogs out there that are unsung by the show people on here. After all, I guess it is just the YTers opinions on here and there don't seem to be too many people on here that show.