New York Specialty in February

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by CarlyBaby

Thanks Mary for all the great information, I don't have a mentor, unfortunately Wish that I did, so I'm just learning as I'm going.
Great tips about shipping the equipment, we're not sure if we'll fly or drive yet, the weather might keep us from driving ( it's 6 to 7 hours from here )....especially in February. We could take the equipment with us though,and then cab it to the NYer from our hotel, apparently it's quite close. I checked the rates of the NYer and they started at more than $ 400 a night....way too expensive IMO the conveniency would be nice though
I bought the DVD's from the last NY Specialty and once I watched them I really wanted to go...even to just watch

Not trying to deter you. But, let me share with you the Blizzard of 3 or 4 years ago. Friends of mine stayed in another hotel a couple of blocks away, they couldn't get to the shows......When it snows it somewhat hinders the transportation. Plus the parking lot fees, even at hotels, can add up more than the hotel bill. My girlfriend drove from Texas to NY one year; her parking fee was $1,400.l

No, the fees are not $400.00 during the specialty. You ask for the dog show price...$225.00. But, even at that you share rooms. We've done 6 to a room. We usually fly in on Wed, have time to do quick shopping at K-Mart for the necessities needed for our stay; you know bottled water; piddle pads, cokes, snakes.....Then we have Thursday for sightseeing and shopping on Canal Street. If we're showing at Westminster we don't leave until the following morning after Yorkies Show.

[CarlyBaby]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Not trying to deter you. But, let me share with you the Blizzard of 3 or 4 years ago. Friends of mine stayed in another hotel a couple of blocks away, they couldn't get to the shows......When it snows it somewhat hinders the transportation. Plus the parking lot fees, even at hotels, can add up more than the hotel bill. My girlfriend drove from Texas to NY one year; her parking fee was $1,400.l

No, the fees are not $400.00 during the specialty. You ask for the dog show price...$225.00. But, even at that you share rooms. We've done 6 to a room. We usually fly in on Wed, have time to do quick shopping at K-Mart for the necessities needed for our stay; you know bottled water; piddle pads, cokes, snakes.....Then we have Thursday for sightseeing and shopping on Canal Street. If we're showing at Westminster we don't leave until the following morning after Yorkies Show.

Very good point ! I remember the storm even at the past Specialty.Thanks for letting me know of the do show rate, I didn't realize that ....Wow !! That's expensive parking !! We'll definitely have to check out the NYer to stay and flying there.

What are cokes and snakes ? Do you mean the drink , and the hose for the tub ?

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by CarlyBaby

Very good point ! I remember the storm even at the past Specialty.Thanks for letting me know of the do show rate, I didn't realize that ....Wow !! That's expensive parking !! We'll definitely have to check out the NYer to stay and flying there.

What are cokes and snakes ? Do you mean the drink , and the hose for the tub ?

I did mean cokes, pepsi and snacks.....They've remodeled the hotel, but some rooms did have refrigerators. Yep, hose for the tub..I think we got ours at WalMart, attach it to the shower head, but make sure you pack pliers and plumbers tape too. Book your room now, you can always cancel it if it doesn't work out. Most of the exhibitors book their rooms for the next year, when they're leaving the hotel. Oh! There's also a Fedex across the street.....Just in case you somehow aquire more than what you went with....you know; shopping, the Saturday night Auction.....etc. Somehow that always happens to me.

Yeah! Donna/Brooklyn didn't get in until Saturday because of all the canceled flights.

[Ladyhawk]

Originally Posted by CarlyBaby

Very good point ! I remember the storm even at the past Specialty.Thanks for letting me know of the do show rate, I didn't realize that ....Wow !! That's expensive parking !! We'll definitely have to check out the NYer to stay and flying there.

What are cokes and snakes ? Do you mean the drink , and the hose for the tub ?

The parking at the New Yorker was $40. per day this year. We ate locally and were too busy to roam far so we didn't see the van again until it was time to head back south. Even with the snow it was a very nice drive.

[Mardelin]

Any roaming we do is either by subway or train.....much easier that way. Taken it up to CT just for the scienery.....

Found that when we go out at night, if you have a group, it's cheaper to rent a limo....

[gemy]

Originally Posted by CarlyBaby

Very good point ! I remember the storm even at the past Specialty.Thanks for letting me know of the do show rate, I didn't realize that ....Wow !! That's expensive parking !! We'll definitely have to check out the NYer to stay and flying there.

What are cokes and snakes ? Do you mean the drink , and the hose for the tub ?

Carl I was at the last specialty = just as an observer. But in my opinion fly in, get some seat sales etc, ship your equipment ahead of you, ie table, grooming supplies, etc. Stay at the New Yorker book your rooms now, cancel the other ones. I can't tell you just how great the convenience is to be at the hotel you show in. By the way the drive to NYC from Toronto is 10 hours, umm don't think from Montreal it would be less.

this time if we go I will book a suite and share with others .. the standard room is very small.

There are many dining options nearby, and also a close cab ride away.

It's relatively easy to fly with yorkies. They go in cabin, and if your boy isn't trained to crate now is the time to do so. I carried water in my purse and let him sip from the bottle. But the flight is so short, you don't need to worry about it usually

[CarlyBaby]

I will talk to Denis and see what he thinks, I would love to stay in the hotel where the show is and I'm sure there would be some good deals to fly there,it's not a long flight.

Gail, this would be the first time flying with our dogs, we'd take Beatrice too....for moral support LOL They are both really good travellers and love their crates, so that shouldn't be a problem, water is a great idea

Question, we are going to the Roving Specialty also in Las Vegas, does the same apply ......I mean should I ship my equipment directly to the hotel ( assuming that I'm showing ) ? We booked in the hotel where the specialty is held.

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by CarlyBaby

I will talk to Denis and see what he thinks, I would love to stay in the hotel where the show is and I'm sure there would be some good deals to fly there,it's not a long flight.

Gail, this would be the first time flying with our dogs, we'd take Beatrice too....for moral support LOL They are both really good travellers and love their crates, so that shouldn't be a problem, water is a great idea

Question, we are going to the Roving Specialty also in Las Vegas, does the same apply ......I mean should I ship my equipment directly to the hotel ( assuming that I'm showing ) ? We booked in the hotel where the specialty is held.

I would recommend it to. Contact the hotel and ask their policy. Remember to post on the address "Hold for Guest; such and such" That is unless you know someone that is driving and has extra equipment. I know that when I lived in Dallas and some of my friends flew in for the specialty I would provide them with equipment. All except their grooming supplies, you know how we exhibitors are about the products they use.

[Brooklynn]

This reminds me I need to get our room booked in NY! I ship my white wire cage for the room and beds and my ringside table to NY. I don't bring a grooming table as I groom in the room much easier for me at least. Then I bring my ringside table down and wait to show! Yes, I didn't get in this past year until Saturday because of all my flight cancellations UGH! That darn snow LOL...I remember the blizzard in NY in 06 LOL! That was something else!
I always share a room when going to NY. You'll love it!

Donna

[gemy]

Originally Posted by CarlyBaby

I will talk to Denis and see what he thinks, I would love to stay in the hotel where the show is and I'm sure there would be some good deals to fly there,it's not a long flight.

Gail, this would be the first time flying with our dogs, we'd take Beatrice too....for moral support LOL They are both really good travellers and love their crates, so that shouldn't be a problem, water is a great idea

Question, we are going to the Roving Specialty also in Las Vegas, does the same apply ......I mean should I ship my equipment directly to the hotel ( assuming that I'm showing ) ? We booked in the hotel where the specialty is held.

I think would be a good idea - check first with the hotel on their policy, then if allowed when you ship out your equipment send them an email confirmation with shipping details and estimated time of arrival. I would never ship out my brushes or combs, but be carefull about the shampoos n conditioners double shrink wrap or something pack in your luggage. Then I take the emergency supply with me in my purse, or hand luggage. I also pack in my purse my favourite brush n comb, show leads, Vellus anti static spray and a bow or two - in case our luggage gets lost. Of course their favourite treats too

Make sure your crates fit the guideline for underseat storage, each airline can have slightly different rules. Also when you go through security you have to take your dog out of the carrier and carry him through security, then pack him up again in his carrier. I have a shoulder bag carrier, so I can pack his combs/brushes n things in the side pockets.

I also had his certificates, rabies, his registration papers, his vet name etc. Consider travel insurance for your doggie too. Actually for you too. Hospital stays in the states are quite expensive and OHIP or Quebec Health care plan will not cover a whole bunch of stuff. Consider having attached to his crate his health information and most importantly if you and Denis are incapacitated who has the authority to act on your pet's behalf. A copy of your pet insurance should go in that pouch. Overkill? Umm not if something bad happens.

Now I have one of those hose thingies, but my hubby is paranoid about installing same into an hotel room, last time I travelled by air, I just used the bathtub and or sink, used the ice bucket thingie to wet and rinse Razz man. It really wasnt' too bad. I groomed him ontop of the counter in the washroom. Take lots of poo bags with you. Emergency kit for you and your beasties. If you want some ideas for emegency kit you can pm me.

Have fun .. so exciting to plan ahead.

[CarlyBaby]

Originally Posted by gemy

I think would be a good idea - check first with the hotel on their policy, then if allowed when you ship out your equipment send them an email confirmation with shipping details and estimated time of arrival. I would never ship out my brushes or combs, but be carefull about the shampoos n conditioners double shrink wrap or something pack in your luggage. Then I take the emergency supply with me in my purse, or hand luggage. I also pack in my purse my favourite brush n comb, show leads, Vellus anti static spray and a bow or two - in case our luggage gets lost. Of course their favourite treats too

Make sure your crates fit the guideline for underseat storage, each airline can have slightly different rules. Also when you go through security you have to take your dog out of the carrier and carry him through security, then pack him up again in his carrier. I have a shoulder bag carrier, so I can pack his combs/brushes n things in the side pockets.

I also had his certificates, rabies, his registration papers, his vet name etc. Consider travel insurance for your doggie too. Actually for you too. Hospital stays in the states are quite expensive and OHIP or Quebec Health care plan will not cover a whole bunch of stuff. Consider having attached to his crate his health information and most importantly if you and Denis are incapacitated who has the authority to act on your pet's behalf. A copy of your pet insurance should go in that pouch. Overkill? Umm not if something bad happens.

Now I have one of those hose thingies, but my hubby is paranoid about installing same into an hotel room, last time I travelled by air, I just used the bathtub and or sink, used the ice bucket thingie to wet and rinse Razz man. It really wasnt' too bad. I groomed him ontop of the counter in the washroom. Take lots of poo bags with you. Emergency kit for you and your beasties. If you want some ideas for emegency kit you can pm me.

Have fun .. so exciting to plan ahead.

Great tips Gail, I rewatched my DVD's of the 2010 specialty this past February and it got me kind of excited about going....can't wait !

[Ladyhawk]

I've used the ironing board in the hotel room as a grooming table, I found that it worked quite well.
Carl, I'll have to introduce you to the Santa Fe Chicken Wrap at the TicToc Diner. It's really good! You and Denis will really enjoy NY.

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by gemy

I think would be a good idea - check first with the hotel on their policy, then if allowed when you ship out your equipment send them an email confirmation with shipping details and estimated time of arrival. I would never ship out my brushes or combs, but be carefull about the shampoos n conditioners double shrink wrap or something pack in your luggage. Then I take the emergency supply with me in my purse, or hand luggage. I also pack in my purse my favourite brush n comb, show leads, Vellus anti static spray and a bow or two - in case our luggage gets lost. Of course their favourite treats too

Make sure your crates fit the guideline for underseat storage, each airline can have slightly different rules. Also when you go through security you have to take your dog out of the carrier and carry him through security, then pack him up again in his carrier. I have a shoulder bag carrier, so I can pack his combs/brushes n things in the side pockets.

I also had his certificates, rabies, his registration papers, his vet name etc. Consider travel insurance for your doggie too. Actually for you too. Hospital stays in the states are quite expensive and OHIP or Quebec Health care plan will not cover a whole bunch of stuff. Consider having attached to his crate his health information and most importantly if you and Denis are incapacitated who has the authority to act on your pet's behalf. A copy of your pet insurance should go in that pouch. Overkill? Umm not if something bad happens.

Now I have one of those hose thingies, but my hubby is paranoid about installing same into an hotel room, last time I travelled by air, I just used the bathtub and or sink, used the ice bucket thingie to wet and rinse Razz man. It really wasnt' too bad. I groomed him ontop of the counter in the washroom. Take lots of poo bags with you. Emergency kit for you and your beasties. If you want some ideas for emegency kit you can pm me.

Have fun .. so exciting to plan ahead.

Gail,

Installing the shower hose is a piece of cake. The only thing I use the plumber's tape for is so the water doesn't shoot out of the sides of the show head. When traveling by car I have another hose system...with different attachments to fit faucets.....

If you're having difficulty....I'll do it for you. As far as potting....I travel with my SeaBreeze x-pen, very lightweight and it fits into my luggage. Just line the floor with pads.....and put the x-pen over it.....

And remember if you forget anything....someone always has it.....we all take care of one another.

[CarlyBaby]

Originally Posted by Ladyhawk

I've used the ironing board in the hotel room as a grooming table, I found that it worked quite well.
Carl, I'll have to introduce you to the Santa Fe Chicken Wrap at the TicToc Diner. It's really good! You and Denis will really enjoy NY.

that sounds yummy Tami !

Denis loves NY, I've only been once for a hair show at Radio City Music Hall. It was before 911.

He really wants to go to a few shows while we're there, after the Specialty.

[CarlyBaby]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Gail,

Installing the shower hose is a piece of cake. The only thing I use the plumber's tape for is so the water doesn't shoot out of the sides of the show head. When traveling by car I have another hose system...with different attachments to fit faucets.....

If you're having difficulty....I'll do it for you. As far as potting....I travel with my SeaBreeze x-pen, very lightweight and it fits into my luggage. Just line the floor with pads.....and put the x-pen over it.....

And remember if you forget anything....someone always has it.....we all take care of one another.

I really like the sound of this show, Mary. I like the fact that everybody helps each other out........I'm going to need alot of help !! LOL