New York Specialty in February
 

Does anyone know the exact dates, or how I could find them out for the New York Specialty in February ?

We're planning to go and tentatively booked a hotel for 11th to the 16th of February.

Any info would be appreciated, Thanks

I'd like to know to because I just may bring Cruz there.

It'll be around Westminster The Westminster Kennel Club | Westminster 2011
* I hope it helps :animal-pa

I think last year it was the 2 days before Westminster , so , if that is true for this years it should be the 12th and 13th....let's hope ,cause that's when our reservations are :eek:

It's not posted but when it is it will be at ytca.org. Also, don't forget that the Progressive Toy show is held at the Pennsylvania Hotel at the same time, so sign him up for that too!!

I can't wait for the entire week - that's how long I'm staying. I'm going to be with a couple of my breeder friends and I hope to see you there too, Carl! :)

NY is a FABULOUS city!
day or two spending extra shouldn't be a problem!!!
U'r in a right track!!! :animal-pa

That would be kool Lori, how old would he be by then ?

Thanks Susan, I will keep checking. I'm not sure if I'll take Sebastien....I'll see how I feel about showing in it as the time gets closer....not sure if we're ready for that yet LOL
Sounds like you'll be a busy girl that week.....I can't wait !

Yes Yelena, New York is a fabulous city....wish we could stay longer

I'm sorry!
I have no idea where you are coming from...
For me coming from California with a time difference...
I personally need at least one day to adjust in order for me to really enjoy the show...
and I sure need at least one day after all to digest the show experience...:animal-pa
I hope it helps!:animal-pa

I don't think it's a good idea to come if you are not prepare...
It's so over welcome!
I think you should enjoy every moment of this, but I don't see how it's possible if you are tired...
Sorry! :animal-pa

Actually it's the Friday, Saturday and Sunday before Westminster.....With puppy Sweeps for the NY Club & YTCA on Friday. NY Club Conformation Classes on Saturday and YTCA on Sunday. The Progressive Show is on Friday at the Penn Hotel Across from the Garden.

Thanks so much Mary, this is awesome ! It should work out perfectly with our hotel bookings. Is it always at the New Yorker ? We booked a hotel very close to that.

He should be almost 10 months by then.

Yes, it's always at the NYer.....You won't see anything go up on website for a couple of months yet. Everything is being focused on the Roving right now.

Don't let the National intimidate you. Go ahead and show. Yes, it's a bit nerve wracking to show there the first time. But, nothing like it. Although, the first time I went, it was without a dog. It was at the request of my mentor as it she wanted it to be an instructional time for me. Wanted me to focus on the dogs in the ring....

One thing to think about is that you didn't book your room at the NYer. So, if there is any snow. It'll be difficult to get from point A to point B with a dog.

Sweeps begin at 8 in the morning.....

But, if you plan to show; think about shipping your equipment about a week or so before the show. You address it to the hotel, with a note on the address requesting it be held for Guest. They'll keep it in the mail room. Then when all is done, you pack it up and take it to the mail room and they'll ship it home for you. With the airlines charging you an arm and a leg for luggage anymore.....shipping is the best way to get your equipment there.

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.

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.

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.

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....

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

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.

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

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 !

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.

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.

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.

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