[maggiesmom_2007]

Mardelin and the others are so right in the advice they are giving you. Back in 2008 I bought my first show prospect. Given what I know now I would have waited. At the time the breeder I got my girl from was retireing from breeding so I was lucky enough to get a female. Needless to say I didn't research her background and ended up with a soft coated female. Since then I have learned a ton from a wonderful show breeder and currently have a girl I am waiting on to see how she turns out. So I can tell you it's not an overnight process it's taken me 4 years to get to where I am now and I still have so much to learn. There is a ton of info on the internet and there are lots of books out there. But I can guarantee that the best info you will ever get is from a mentor who has been showing and breeding for a good number of years. I also agree that the best place to find a mentor is by going to dog shows. They may not talk to you before they show but I am sure they will after they are done. I know I would rather meet someone face to face because I can tell if a person is genuine and passionnate about what they are doing or what they are wanting to do, Over the phone anyone can sound great. same with websites. Most show breeders I know that have websites aren't selling their puppies from them they are showcasing their Champions and show prospects. So my advice to you is simple Do alot of research , go to dog shows and meet some of the show breeders, be open about what you are wanting to do and be very open to listening to the advice your given. Then go from there. If your sincere about going about this all the right way then know that it will take time and lots of Patience.