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lovemyyorkie101 · 09-06-2011, 12:32 PM

I wanted to do Agility (i still am but for fun) But now i want to do competitive dog shows with my dogs (not all of them at 1 time though). I have 5 male litter mates. They are 12 weeks old. How old do they have to be? Can they be neutered? Do they HAVE to be purebred (not a problem, really, because mine are, but just wondering)?? Are there any other shows other than the AKC ones?? How much is a trainer/groomer? Do they have to be a certain weight? Please answer these questions and feel free to add any others i have to know. I pretty much don't really know anything about dog shows. So please REALLY feel free to add any information.
THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!
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Maximo · 09-06-2011, 12:48 PM

If you are talking conformation, the dogs have to be intact and meet the standard described by the YTCA (weight: under 7 pounds). It would be best to find an experienced person to evaluate your pups.

Beginning training and grooming (which includes wrapping) is done primarily by the owner at home. There are also classes available for show training. Handlers can be hired for the shows and vary in price.

If you post in the Show forum, you will probably receive more answers...from experienced people. I am a just a pet mommy.

YorkieRose · 09-06-2011, 12:52 PM

They can not be neutered...and must have AKC papers to show AKC..you can use other registers, but shows are few and far between.

I live in Boynton Beach...and if you would like for me to evaluate the litter..I would be happy to...just remember..12 weeks will only reveal so much...but sometimes you can elimanate a couple if there are bad faults..

PS..you will not want to keep 5 intact males..only the best..others can be neutered pets.

Coton Momma · 09-06-2011, 12:58 PM

Conformation is a lot of work, time and can be expensive. I think this is one of the best books out there.

Amazon.com: Born to Win, Breed to Succeed (Kennel...
Print out Breed Standard and know it inside and out.

This is the general Conf AKC page where you will find many links. Including one for mentors. Also find a local club.
American Kennel Club - AKC Conformation

This is the link to the superintendent for your area to get on the list of upcoming shows. I sugest you go to as many as possible but do NOT bring your dogs. They are much too young.
American Kennel Club - Licensed Superintendents

Good luck!

deonk1 · 09-06-2011, 01:07 PM

Something I just learned myself that I'll share is that an agility dog's confirmation is different than that of a confirmation dog. I compete in agility and my breeder explained to me that some of my baby's "flaws" slightly out of line hocks, are actually better for agility because they absorb shock better than a perfect confirmation.

You mention agility, so I figured I'd throw that in... When you have someone evaluate your litter, you'll be able to know which are suited for agility and which are suited for confirmation. Now of course it only matters (for agility) if you start getting serious competitive wise, if you're just doing it for fun, then you can modify some of the training to assure their joints aren't harmed. For example my boy's shoulders are "perfect" according to my breeder and she suggested modifying how he runs a teeter, so that when it bangs on the ground it doesn't hurt his shoulders as much.

Good luck!

09-06-2011, 12:32 PM	#1
lovemyyorkie101 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Miami, Fl, USA Posts: 39	Dog Shows?? I wanted to do Agility (i still am but for fun) But now i want to do competitive dog shows with my dogs (not all of them at 1 time though). I have 5 male litter mates. They are 12 weeks old. How old do they have to be? Can they be neutered? Do they HAVE to be purebred (not a problem, really, because mine are, but just wondering)?? Are there any other shows other than the AKC ones?? How much is a trainer/groomer? Do they have to be a certain weight? Please answer these questions and feel free to add any others i have to know. I pretty much don't really know anything about dog shows. So please REALLY feel free to add any information. THANKS IN ADVANCE!!! ____________________ Mother to: Pip Pip Carter Cody Cooper & Coast Soon to be mother to: Richlee Last edited by lovemyyorkie101; 09-06-2011 at 12:34 PM.

09-06-2011, 12:48 PM	#2
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,044	If you are talking conformation, the dogs have to be intact and meet the standard described by the YTCA (weight: under 7 pounds). It would be best to find an experienced person to evaluate your pups. Beginning training and grooming (which includes wrapping) is done primarily by the owner at home. There are also classes available for show training. Handlers can be hired for the shows and vary in price. If you post in the Show forum, you will probably receive more answers...from experienced people. I am a just a pet mommy. __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy Last edited by Maximo; 09-06-2011 at 12:49 PM.

09-06-2011, 12:52 PM	#3
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	They can not be neutered...and must have AKC papers to show AKC..you can use other registers, but shows are few and far between. I live in Boynton Beach...and if you would like for me to evaluate the litter..I would be happy to...just remember..12 weeks will only reveal so much...but sometimes you can elimanate a couple if there are bad faults.. PS..you will not want to keep 5 intact males..only the best..others can be neutered pets. Last edited by YorkieRose; 09-06-2011 at 12:54 PM.

09-06-2011, 12:58 PM	#4
Coton Momma Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PacNW Posts: 157	Conformation is a lot of work, time and can be expensive. I think this is one of the best books out there. Amazon.com: Born to Win, Breed to Succeed (Kennel... Print out Breed Standard and know it inside and out. This is the general Conf AKC page where you will find many links. Including one for mentors. Also find a local club. American Kennel Club - AKC Conformation This is the link to the superintendent for your area to get on the list of upcoming shows. I sugest you go to as many as possible but do NOT bring your dogs. They are much too young. American Kennel Club - Licensed Superintendents Good luck! __________________ Angel is a Coton de Tulear. Now she has a Papillon sister to play with named Margaux

09-06-2011, 01:07 PM	#5
deonk1 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Winnipeg, MB, Canada Posts: 1,795	Something I just learned myself that I'll share is that an agility dog's confirmation is different than that of a confirmation dog. I compete in agility and my breeder explained to me that some of my baby's "flaws" slightly out of line hocks, are actually better for agility because they absorb shock better than a perfect confirmation. You mention agility, so I figured I'd throw that in... When you have someone evaluate your litter, you'll be able to know which are suited for agility and which are suited for confirmation. Now of course it only matters (for agility) if you start getting serious competitive wise, if you're just doing it for fun, then you can modify some of the training to assure their joints aren't harmed. For example my boy's shoulders are "perfect" according to my breeder and she suggested modifying how he runs a teeter, so that when it bangs on the ground it doesn't hurt his shoulders as much. Good luck! __________________ Kendra Harley, you were the light in my life, rest peacefully my love!