This is a brief run down on dog showing containing some important points and information. Showing your dog can be very rewarding, fun, and a great day out for you, your dog and your family. The whole ordeal will give you a better understanding of your dog and the breed.
Attending your first dog show can be daunting, confusing, exciting and fun!
Arrive early so you can set up and have plenty of time to walk your dog and toilet them, groom them and settle down (you & the dog). For those arriving on the Saturday, there is a do it yourself hydrobath available to bath your dogs at Petbarn in Castle Hill. Please note: you must provide your own towels.
Things to take with you:
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something to provide shade (a beach umbrella is ideal)
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a water bowl for your dog, and some tasty treats.
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your dog's collar, lead & grooming aids
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if the weather is hot - consider a towel to wet and drape over your dog
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something for your dog to lie on
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if you have more than one dog and you're on your own, you'll need either a crate or tethers and stakes to restrain your other dogs, while you're in the ring. (Don't assume someone there will help, They probably will - just don't assume and be prepared)
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appropriate clothing and footwear for yourself.
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something for you to sit on
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other things to make life more comfortable (sun block, insect repellent, hat etc.)