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5.0 Breed / Show Handling

$20.00

TUESDAYS: 6:00 – 7:00pm

This class is for Puppies and Dogs over the age of 4 months that wish to compete in the Dog Sport of Conformation Shows. This is a drop in only class, $20.00 per dog. We ask for you to pre-register for this class buy adding to your cart or by Facebook messaging us to confirm you will be in the class. Check our Facebook page for class announcements and cancellations.

Category: Show Handling
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Description

Prerequisite: Puppies and Dogs over 4 months of age

Class Duration: 6 Weeks

Instructor: Victoria Petrelli-Darnobid

Class Description: This class is for Puppies and Dogs over the age of 4 months that wish to compete in the Dog Sport of Conformation Shows.

This class is for those that wish to learn the skills and techniques required to compete in the Conformation Breed Ring. Handling your dog is an exceptional and enjoyable experience. From the grooming table to the show ring, you and your dog will develop a bond. This class follows rules and guidelines for the 3 types of Conformation Dog Shows; All-breed shows, Specialty shows and Group shows. For more information on the Dog Sport of Conformation Showing visit American Kennel Club (akc.org)

Handling Skills Introduced and Practiced in this class:

  • Handling
  • Stacking
  • Baiting
  • Gait
  • Proper Movement
  • Judge Examination
  • Breed Standards
  • Grooming

How to Prepare:

  • Wear comfortable shoes/sneakers, (no open toed shoes/sandals)
  • Don’t feed your dog for a few hours before class, this will keep him food motivated it will also prevent unwanted car sickness
  • Puppies can have half of their normal meal the morning of class and finish when they get back home
  • Potty your dog, before class, in the designated areas

What to Bring:

  • Flat Buckle or Snap Collar
  • 6’ leash, (no Flexi-leads)
  • High Value Dog Treats (treats your dog really loves)
  • Poop bags for cleaning up after your dog
  • Show Lead
  • Bait
  • All adult dogs are required to have a Rabies Vaccination. Please bring a copy of your Rabies Certificate to your first class.

* Photo of Leah Ramsey handling – “Pie” – CH, GCH, GRCH,GRNITECH,GRFCH, IntCntlCH Lone Pine Skull N Bones vom STK, CGCA, TDI, TKN, TKI, TKIHTX

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Session
Time

Tuesdays, 6:00 – 6:50pm

High Point K-9 Center:

A full service indoor climate controlled dog training facility located in Middletown NY. High Point K9 offers a variety of dog training classes, along with private lessons, behavioral modification and canine nutritional consultations.

CONTACT:

845-386-9929

allnaturalk9@verizon.net

LOCATION:

2224 Mt Hope Road
Middletown, NY 10940

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