[carmen in nj]

All the above, plus talk to other breeders at shows, do your homework, so they know you are serious about showing and keeping the standards of your breed, it took me 2 years to get a silky terrier breeding bitch after my stud was champion, and believe me in my town we have a great Alaskan malamute breeder that took me under her wing and showed me and my daughter the rough ropes... Build a relationship with the show breeders while you showing. Ask Lots of questions,the breeders really apreciate well educated questions..
Best of luck..
hugs,