The Show Ring
6 Steps to the Showring
By Gene, Collie Forum Member
You’ve watched the shows on TV and been to the local
Kennel Club shows. It’s interesting, looks like fun, and you get to meet
some really nice people. How hard could all of this be? Well…..
Tips on Selecting a Prospect Show Dog
Written by CDO Member, Gene of Dune Collies
You have decided to buy your first show puppy, who we will refer to as a prospect. Why a prospect you ask? Well, no breeder can guarantee that any particular puppy will retain the beautiful features that you see at that particular moment when you choose. [...]
The Old Show Dog
A former champion realizes he has finally grown too old
He was a real nice show dog, but his glory days are through,
And he gazes out the kennel gate, with nothing much to do.
They’re loading up the van now, ’cause they’re going to a show,
But his [...]
Tips for Attending Nationals
Written by CDO Member, Gene of Dune Collies
Okay, you’ve shown your collie at the shows during the year. Now you are thinking about showing at the Nationals. Here are a few tips to help both you and your collie has an experience of a lifetime.
Make sure that you [...]
Kennel Time - The AKC vs. the UKC
Written by CDO Member, Gene of Dune Collies
So you have a show dog
and now it’s time to show. Which Kennel Club are you registered with? The American Kennel Club is the registry that most of us know. You see them advertised on Animal Planet, you probably got your new puppy from a Breeder who has [...]
