Originally Posted by JaLaYorkieGirl (Post 1777779)

We will be there this year! :)
Not sure if we will keep both, they are mom's so we will see. We do have a friend who shows that has been waiting for us to part with a girl for her...lol

Let me know if you are going to come up for the show again!

Originally Posted by lwolfe (Post 1777903)

It is really that unusually for a group of exhibitors to genuinely like and respect each other? In this area, I think we do. Everyone is cordial. We help each other and always clap for and congratulate the winners. I just don't see a lot of gossip and cattiness. Tammie, you haven't been showing with us that long - what do you think?

Originally Posted by Bravo916 (Post 1777844)

I know this probably isnt the most opportune time to chime in but all this talk about the struggles of being new in the show world has struck a personal chord. This could probably use its own thread but we'll run with this one for now.

Yes, I can agree with you that starting out isnt easy. I am in the same boat. There is SOOOO much to learn and the information is not easily accessible.

The majority of the people I show with are not mean--actually they are quite the opposite. Almost everyone is VERY friendly--if not too friendly at times. However, what irks me being a new person to the ring is the cattiness that goes on.

I am sure that this is not an unique situation to my location. The vast majority of the show people I have come across are so nice to each others faces but the minute they think no ones listening they rip each other apart their derogatory comments. There are no perfect people nor are there perfect dogs but this behavior is absolutely uncalled for and quite frankly inappropriate.

I just feel like you cannot get the advice without getting sucked in to the drama. When given the choice, I will gladly forgo the advice. This is why I would rather post my questions here than to ask the people I show with.

Maybe it seems like I am just ranting but I believe there is a very good message in what I am trying to convey. Being a person who has taken up showing as a hobby in addition to the 60+ hours a week I work and regular volunteer work I do, I really don't need the drama. I always feel guarded every time I show to the point where my hobby is quickly becoming a rather undesirable activity.

I really hope this will serve as a reality check for all of us, regardless of geographic location. We all need to take a good look at the message our behavior and words are sending and verify that it holds consistent with our own personal values.

Originally Posted by lwolfe (Post 1778011)

I am going to try to campaign my special this year so I would be more likely come up for an AKC show. I know Tammie would love to see Quaker. Do you have a favorite show?

Originally Posted by JaLaYorkieGirl (Post 1782393)

There is a fabulous show in Canfield, Ohio every year...what is awesome about it this year is that the long show weekend it being kicked off with a Yorkie Specialty hosted by our local YTCA chapter...the Greater Pittsburgh Yorkshire Terrier Club. The specialty is Wednesday, July 30th and will be judged by Mr. Joseph F. Joly III, sweepstakes judge has not been announced yet.

There are then 4 days of All-Breed shows with a history of consistent majors. We have not shown at this show yet, but have been a spectator there for years. The show is outside for some breeds, and the Yorkies are shown in a building...the building is actually very nice. Lots of great light and grooming area just for the 2 rings that are in the building![/QUOTE

I have my special out and his daughter! March is going to be a busy show schedule for me UGH one almost every weekend!

Originally Posted by Brooklynn (Post 1782442)

I would love to see pictures!

Originally Posted by lwolfe (Post 1782512)

My special is the one in my avator :) I'll try and get some pictures of them both soon!

Originally Posted by Brooklynn (Post 1782525)

Showing a special is a lot of fun. I look forward to hearing about your success!