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Have confidence…

Have confidence…
When you go in to the ring, be with confident and think positive that you and your dog will work well together and enjoy it. This is likely to help you show and handle well in the ring.

We all have times when we have entered the ring thinking “The dogs’ going to play up” or “I don’t want to be here” and most likely come out saying, “He wouldn’t move” or “He’s being a right little monster”.

This is because your attitude will travel down the lead to the dog and they will pick up on it.

So remember, relax, have fun and enjoy each show,

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Top Tip #17

Top Tip #17
Is your dog used to seeing hats and sunglasses? Some judges will be wearing them so make sure your dog is used to people in hats and sunglasses!

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Top Tip #16

Top Tip #16
Always keep the lead neat. A dangly, untidy lead can distract the judges eye from the dog, and also can upset your dog, or make them want to chase it.

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Top Tip #15

Top Tip #15
Keep your dogs and your own movement fluid. Don’t stop on corners but round them off to keep your dog moving.

Also, spend the time to teach your dog the turns and don’t touch their face to direct them.

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Top Tip #14

Top Tip #14
Remember at all times you are there to show your dog, not yourself, even in handling classes, a good handler is the one able to show their dog of to it’s best and will not distract the judges eye from the dog.

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Top Tip #13

Top Tip #13
Know your dogs faults or bad habits and remember these. Be honest to yourself about the faults.

Also, know the breed standard of the breed you are showing.

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Top Tip #12

Top Tip #12
This is a showing “secret” we have only learn’t in the past  few year ourselves and so I really want to share with everyone I can. From first hand experience I can’t rate highly enough the benefits your dog to see a chiropractor.

Chiropractors can help with a number of issues often caused by minor injury caused by twisting, falling, or just generally acting like mad dogs! For example, if your dogs movement “Isn’t quite right” then a chiropractor could help.

I would always recomend a McTimoney chiropractor.

Remember: Legally, chiropractors may only work with the permission of your veterinary surgeon; the reality is that often the veterinary surgeon may suggest chiropractic as part of the remedy and in practical terms this may mean working in collaboration with the veterinary team.

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Top Tip #11

Top Tip #11
Don’t let your dog get into a habit of pacing out on walks. Try to get them into a correct trot as much as possible when lead walking.

Allowing them to pace all the time will build up the wrong muscles and could make them more likely to pace in the ring.

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Top Tip #10

Top Tip #10
Companion shows are a great place to get practice for new puppies before their first show, or for dogs that may need to gain confidence. The large class sizes, lots of dogs in all shapes and sizes and a relaxed atmosphere can do wonders.

They are also great days out for chatting to local dog friends, especially if you go to Ringcraft in the area!

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Top Tip #9

Top Tip #9
Always keep training fun.

Training must be fun for both you and your dog to get the most out of it.Do this by playing games with your dog in training as a great reward.

If you are not in the right frame of mind for training in a happy, positive way then miss out the training and wait until you feel better.

Happy training!