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DaisyGSPUser is Offline
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12/29/2012 11:15 PM  

 Just curious. I have been told by some people that my gap would probably do well in the conformation classes at dog shows. Her conformation,to me, looks pretty good however I know she is too tall for the ckc standards. I think she was about 3-4" taller at the shoulders than what the max should be. How much would something like that weigh into a judges opinion if many other areas are great on her? Would it even be worth it? How much would it usually run you for showing? 

Im in southwestern ontario (Kitchener area) - any contacts in the area I could meet with or talk to??

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12/30/2012 12:15 AM  
Sorry, can't help out with Canada. I did want respond on the height issue. In the AKC both dogs ad bitches seem to be getting bigger. As far as height, if the other dogs in the ring are about the same or bigger judges seem to ignore height. It is only when you have either the noticeably bigger or smaller dog that the judges seem to pay attention. So, I think it really depends on what is currently being shown in Canada right now as to whether the height would be an issue. I would go to a few shows and watch to see what is being shown before I entered your girl.

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01/11/2013 9:52 AM  
I would encourage you to both go to a show (as Beverley recommended) and also go to a handling class. Conformation showing is harder than it looks. It's not just a beauty contest! The classes are also a good way to meet other people in your area who show.


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