Dog Show In the Show Ring

Judges and Audience Intently Watching

You and your Show Dog are prepared to enter the Show ring.

1. Dog Show Ring Entry

Final Touch-Ups

Just before entering through the curtain into the show ring:

1. Give a final brush of your dog’s coat
2. Wipe your show dog’s eyes, mouth and paws
3. Final coat check – no mating, no loose debris from the room floor
4. If appropriate use approved light grooming products

Be calm and confident, both you and your show dog are prepared.

2. Be Show Ring Ready

At the Curtain Entry

The leash is on your show dog ready.

• Know your dog number
• Know your time
• Know your order in the judging
• Arrive at the show early – never be late
• Watch other dogs and the judges – knowledge is an advantage/asset

Keep both you and your show dog calm, alert and focused.

3. In the Show Ring

Walking Trotting

During your Judging Class

You’ve judged the moment for your and your show dog to enter – now is the moment.

1. Enter the ring confidently and promptly when called
2. Have your show dog sit properly where instructed
3. Remember you are being judged from your first steps
4. Keep your show dog between you and the judges – unless otherwise advised
5. Smooth movements, confident showing
6. Stack your show dog cleanly and efficiently

Always follow judges’ instructions precisely – keep quiet except the instruct your show dog.

4, After Your Show Ring Class Results

Exiting Respectfully

Make a respectful/classy exit – regardless of your show dog’s placement.

• Reward your show dog – trat and petting
• Gracefully congratulate the winner
• Respectfully acknowledge the other handlers for their effort
• Acknowledge the audience if they applaud your effort
• Thank the judges – respect their choice – they may judge you more times in your handling/dog show career

Pack-up your table, enjoy the atmosphere in the room, head for home and preprepared for the next show.

5. Common Mistakes to Avoid

Plan your day for being punctual and prepared for your best effort.

• Do not be late
• Do not miss your class judging – there is no second chance
• Do not get excited as the handler and over-groom, over-handle over-fuss – your show dog will become ill at ease
• Never block the judge’s view of your show dog
• Never be a poor sports person – arguing, complaining, bitching upsetting others and their show dogs – you may never be asked back

Dog shows are for ladies and gentlemen with confidence, good handling techniques and good manners

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