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08-14-2007, 06:32 AM | #1 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Dougherty Iowa
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| Keeper and My First Show Well we had our first show this past weekend The first day Keeper decided he would freeze in the ring and not go lol ! But he did get his blue ribbon. He was the only one in his puppy class 6-9 months.The second day went so much better before his group started a very nice lady (Gi Gi) came over and gave me some pointers on how to keep him moving in the ring and it worked Of course he was still the only one in his group but did great and got his first place ribbon and best so then we had to go in again He did pretty well acted up a little but all in all it was a great weekend lots of learning for both of us !! I loved it and can't wait for the next one! So anyone thinking of starting go for it and have fun ! |
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08-14-2007, 06:50 AM | #2 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Silverton Oregon
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| sounds like you and Keeper had a great time. The very hard part is over. Best of luck to you and Keeper in the future. I really like his name........... |
08-14-2007, 06:51 AM | #3 |
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| Good for you and Keeper, I'm sure it was a wonderful weekend
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08-14-2007, 07:15 AM | #4 | |
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In no time you will both get the hang of it... When I took JJ to the expo, he threw up three times before we even got to the show (15 mins away) when we arrived he was in a very bad mood, my gut said pull him....I talked to the other exhibitors asking if I pulled him would it blow the major, he wont walk....we did the count and yes it would have reduced to 2 points so I took him in! As I suspected he wouldnt walk into the ring so I picked him up and got in line, attempted to stack him on the floor NO WAY, then judge said lets take them around...well lets just say he went about five steps and froze...tired again and still wouldnt move, so I picked him up and carried him to wait our turn on the table...again nothing but issues, I appologized to the judge, she was very nice saying nothing to worry about!! took him on the down and back he walked finally but tail down the entire time! Poor little man just wanted to go home, I felt so bad and I was so embarrased for him! Things happen, have fun and dont lose your sense of humor!
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08-14-2007, 07:18 AM | #5 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: North Carolina
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| You don't get a blue ribbon by default because you are the only one in the ring. The judge does not have to give you first or give you anything at all. I have seen judges withhold a first place. You were awarded a first because your dog deserved it. Congratulations. |
08-14-2007, 07:20 AM | #6 |
YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Nor-Cal
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| hey that sound like my first show and my 2nd show and not to far off from my 3ed show .. this is why im looking into a handler lol
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08-14-2007, 07:36 AM | #7 |
Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida
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| Congratulations on your first win.
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08-14-2007, 07:59 AM | #8 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Dougherty Iowa
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| Thank you !! It was fun |
08-14-2007, 08:31 AM | #9 |
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| Shawn, So glad you guys had fun and got thru the biggest step of that first time stepping in the ring. That is such a scary thing the first time. So glad GiGi was able to give you advice, it wonderful when other exhibitors step up to the task of lending a hand. That is so important and can make all the difference to a newbie. I remember Vicki Meadows doing that for me. I will always remember her for lending that hand on Squeakers topknot as I was shaking so bad it just wasn't going to happen without help.. He is a very pretty boy and you are on your way now. So proud of you! Hugs, Deana Prestigeous Yorkies |
08-14-2007, 08:52 AM | #10 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Dougherty Iowa
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| Thank you all so much.. I have to keep my humor I did not know what else to do lol !! The other handler that helped me said to not slow down because he knows then he can get his way lol ! And to do short jerks on the lead if you feel him starting to. |
08-14-2007, 09:06 AM | #11 | |
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08-14-2007, 12:12 PM | #12 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NC
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| Congrats on your baby's first show! They are always fun even if they won't walk, lol. The more you work with him and keep getting him out there, the better he'll do. I have found that with a puppy, that taking them for short walks every day (making it fun, not dragging it out, using treats and toys) has worked wonders for me. I go out every day. I don't put a gap in our routine. (unless it rains all day which seldom happens here for some reason) I use our little country street we live on for practice now days. There are people, a few kids and commotion...it's a good atmosphere and not a crowded area. I am fortunate to live at the cul de sac and that in itself is a good place to practice with a pup. Good luck to you always! |
08-14-2007, 12:16 PM | #13 |
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| oops! my editing didn't work. Last edited by ButterflyYorkie; 08-14-2007 at 12:21 PM. |
08-14-2007, 12:21 PM | #14 |
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| show Congratulations...keep up the good work.! |
08-14-2007, 12:28 PM | #15 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NC
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| Ok, editing isn't working right. It never gives me enough time after I proof read for errors in spelling because I type really fast. I wanted to say that if you do not have a place like I described, a park is a good alternative. It is good to get them used to travel. Take them places and expose them to new people, short trips are best. It makes a world of difference. When you take a young pup out and about from a young age, you'll have less car sickness in most cases. Mine in training are raring to go every day. |
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