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Originally Posted by red rock blues  We just witnessed (what should've been) a very nice thread closed because of nasty comments. Jealousy is an ugly thing. But, if you read these boards and really pay attention, it's not all that hard to find people that clearly care more for the yorkie breed than their own boring ego. Watch for the people that offer support when others are in trouble. (because they care more about the life of the dog rather than what ribbons it might attain.)
Personally, I can't imagine approaching a stranger at a show to offer "help". I wouldn't want anyone I didn't know anywhere near my dog before a show. I think a sincere love of the breed shows through with the serious breeder, not the elitist attitude of some. And I have seen alot of "do as I say, not as I do" in the show world. |
I never stated to approach a stranger at a dog show. I for one do not mind talking with someone at a show, but after I am done showing my dog (s). If one is truly interested in showing they should contact their locate kennel club and find a mentor with the breed they are wanting to show. A mentor is the first most important thing a novice can find! A mentor will have you go along to the shows and help them in the grooming area and ring side. I have been to several shows to help and learn.
I will state this also. One should not just think that a Veteran "Reputable" Show Breeder is just going to hand a dog over to you to do with what you want and not be in contact again. They are first going to co-own the dog and be a part of your showing their dog. If and when the time comes to use the dog for breeding your mentor/breeder will also be right there to help you the whole time!
There are to many scammers in the dog world today! People that will breed anything, sell anything and purchase dogs with champion pedigree just to sell dogs! I honestly would not blame any reputable show breeder for altering everything they do not personally keep!