Keshwar

Yup that he is. To be sure, to be sure! Sorry couldn't help myself. ;)

Zac (Ch Wulfgar Zachary) 8 weeks Nearly 2 years

Lochie (Ch Tianze Warlock) 6 - 7 weeks Almost 3 years

It's an Afghan Hound Yes they originally came from Afghanistan No I don't clip his back that is a natural coat pattern No they are not born with all that coat No I don't bath him every day No they are not stupid, They were bred to hunt independently, without human intervention. Yes I know your mother's, brother's, best friend's, uncle had one back in the 70's No you don't see a lot of them these days Yes they come in all colours No it is not just like your neighbours lab@#$%oodle!

Not a recommendation yet as we haven't used them. But may be worth checking out. :) We received a flyer in our mailbox yesterday from these people. http://www.zoohause.com.au/pet-minding-in-home-pet-care.html

Not sure what it says about me but when I was handling Irish Wolfhounds for other people everyone said they really suited me!

Try this, much easier than messing around with stackers or cans. :)

http://player.vimeo.com/video/27760775?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=1

What you want to do is fabulous in theory and I really admire you for it. But even though you are setting out with the best of intentions, it is just as much work to just "dabble" as it is to put a really nice puppy into the ring. And, I hate to say it, but some of the people in the show world can be pretty brutal to newcomers. I would not like to see somebody so keen be mistreated and lose interest simply because their dog was not perhaps the best quality or didn't have enough of the right type of hair. The other thing too is that it can be a HUGE culture shock for a dog, even if it was shown as a puppy, to enter the show ring as a mature dog and you may find she simply doesn't perform. I've had this happen myself. I purchased a young adult who had been shown as a youngster and due to family commitments was unable to get into the show ring with her for a couple of years. By this time, she had decided the couch was a far better proposition and her body language made it patently clear she wasn't going to behave, perform or animate so I left her at home. Personally, and this is only MY opinion based upon my own experiences, I think you'll get more enjoyment out of starting out fresh with a promising baby puppy which is a clean slate, learn how to present a coat properly for the show ring from scratch and hopefully form a lasting show ring partnership. In the absence of a like button: LIKE! Really great advise! :)

My question is why? I would rather Australian Judges are taught the Australian Standards and are competent in them rather than have the focus on FCI and/or USA standards. Unless of course you are aware of something that the rest of aren't. ;)

How old is she? There might be other classes that may be a better option.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=iEQwMcT-rs0

I couldn't resist.

I have two of the breeds on that list but am in Yass, NSW. If she is looking for nice Afghans, in show coat, in Brisbane she could contact Jacky Harnett - she is on FB. Jacky is in the UK judging right now but will be back in a couple of weeks.

Don't forget the Afghan!

You sound like a great breeder and a very tolerant and understanding person. Do you breed or just show? Let's just say I have witnessed a lot of intolerance during my life and these days I try to encourage people instead of putting them off. :) I just show and leave the breeding to others who are better at it than I would be.

I show two breeds that people want to interact with, Afghan Hounds and Irish Wolfhounds. Generally I'm more than happy for people to interact with my guys. In my experience most people are respectful and ask if they or their kids can pat the dogs. I've even let people pat Lochie, the Afghan, just before I go in the ring It usually doesn't take much to brush a topknot tidy again. Most people realize that it's not on for their kids to have messy hands when they pat a dog. Yes you are going to get all the stupid questions but I see this as an oppurtunity to educate. For me it works both ways, my dogs get socialization with kids and strangers and I do some breed education and the people walk away feeling good and happy about interacting with the dogs. IMO aggy shows are great for getting dogs used to all sorts of weird things, kids, strange, loud noises, people in wheel chairs, different animals etc. these are things that you normally don't encounter every day ad are great ways of socializing your dogs and doing breed education and getting the word out about purebred dogs. :)

Thanks Feef, He is okay now, just didn't want to subject him to the additional stress of the Royal. Bear

Lol my breeder does not show... but I have got in contact with someone else who is very familiar with my pup, his lines, the breed and the show ring sooo big plus for me I have been attending show training for about 2 months... :) also fun. Why im stressed.,... PUP HAS DECIDED HE DOESNT WANT TO STACK ANYMORE!!! lol I hope this changes on the day haha... Re-read the bit about if your puppy won't stack! :) And relax! With baby puppies it's all about having fun and getting them and you used to the ring. Just go to the show and have fun with your pup.

Thanks for posting these Beauie. We didn't make it today as Zac gave me a few more grey hairs on Sunday night.

Thinking of showing your baby puppy?. Grooming: Talk to the breeder of your puppy about which products to use. Read breed specific forums and FB groups Talk to the breeder of you puppy Talk to other people in the breed Talk to the breeder of your puppy. Before entering a show: Talk to the breeder of you puppy Go to at least a couple of shows with the breeder of your puppy if possible Talk to exhibitors of your breed at shows Go to show training if possible Once you have entered the show: Bath your dog the day before the show or when your breeder suggests you bath your puppy Get to the show early so you have time to get set up and get you and your puppy ready Have fun with your puppy Show your puppy in the ring Don't worry if your puppy will not stack for longer than a few seconds. Look around you, must of the other babies aren't either. Have fun with your puppy Go home with the best puppy in the world no matter what happened in the ring. Repeat as long as you and your puppy are having fun. Oh yes. Talk to the breeder of you puppy. As far as sweepstakes are concerned for your first couple of shows I wouldn't bother entering until. You feel comfortable with breed judging. :) Two last things Talk to the breeder of you puppy And Have fun with your puppy! Hope this helps ease some of the nerves of those new to the show ring :)

In this video there are two grand Champions racing, and 3 or 4 of these dogs were shown the two days before this. :) Just some:) food for thought.

Afghans doing as close to what they were bred for as it is possible to get. :) This was my young - 11 mth old puppy chasing the lure. When he is not doing this he is also a show dog. My Girl Chloe enjoying a day at the races. Also a show dog.

Hi KT, If she can stand for 30 seconds then I wouldn't be too worried. A 30 second stand for a baby puppy is brilliant. The most important thing at this stage is for you both to have fun and enjoy yourselves. You will both improve with time and practice. Enjoy your show in the weekend.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=wTVBjbfBiUg Filmed at Westminster.