Dog shows - what are they, who needs them and why? What is a dog show and why is it needed? What do you need to participate in a dog show?

Exhibition classes

There are so-called "show classes" in which dogs are compared.

The class in which the animal will compete depends on its age:

• Class "Baby" (baby) from 3 to 6 months
• Class "Puppies" (puppy) from 6 to 9 months
• Junior class (junior) from 9 to 18 months
• Class "Intermediate" (intermediate) from 15 to 24 months
• Class "Open" (open) from 15 months
• Class "Working" (working) from 15 months (for dogs with working diplomas)
• Champion class from 15 months (for dogs with the title FCI National Champion)
• Veteran class (veteran) from 8 years old

Preparation

Before you sign up for an exhibition, you need to do some preparation. It includes:

• Lessons with a handler

• Preparing the appearance

• Vaccination

Important: the rules of some exhibitions require a costume for the handler or owner, as well as a show ring (a special exhibition leash, reminiscent of a noose, on which the dog is led to the ring).

Sign up for the exhibition

Most often, you can sign up for the exhibition no later than 2 weeks before it starts.

To do this, you need to fill out a form and pay a fee. (the minimum amount is about 500 rubles). You can sign up for most exhibitions through the official website. Payment can also be made remotely (be sure to keep your receipt or receipt).

Please note that depending on the class and title desired, different documents and certificates may be required (it is necessary to confirm the dog’s achievements with copies of previously received diplomas).

Take it with you

At the exhibition you will need:

• Documentation :

1. Veterinary passport (original and copy)
2. Pedigree or puppy card (original and copy)
3. Receipt for payment of contribution

• For a dog:

1. Ringovka (sometimes a harness or collar is allowed)
2. A bowl
3. Water, food, and treats
4. Everything you need for grooming

Don't forget about yourself: be sure to bring folding chairs, food and water.

Important: do not forget to clean up after your animal (take special packages).

Register for the exhibition

Upon arrival at the exhibition, look for a stand or tent with the signs “Registration”, “Veterinary Control”, etc. (usually they are located near the entrance). There you need to register the dog, show documents and a receipt for payment.

In return the following will be issued:

• Participant number (before entering the ring, it is attached to the clothes of the one who takes the dog out)
• Catalog (it will list all the dogs that participate in the exhibition, experts, rules, ring schedule, etc.)

Get through the ring

The manager calls the dogs into the ring in groups. In the ring they make several circles, during which the expert evaluates the animals. Please note that the order of movement is entirely dependent on the judge's decision.

In addition, the animals are placed in a rack, in which they must remain for exactly the time that the judge needs to examine and describe.

For dogs competing for high titles or exhibiting in the Intermediate, Open, Working and Champion classes, obedience tasks are given.

The order of tasks in the ring differs depending on the organizers of the exhibition and the breed being exhibited.

At the end of the event, the owner of the dog that took the prize receives a certificate or diploma confirming the victory, as well as a description of the animal with all its advantages and disadvantages. The owners of the remaining dogs receive only a description.

Important: be sure to walk your dog before entering the ring.

Possible ratings

The dog can receive the following ratings:

• Great
• Very good
• Fine
• Satisfactorily

• Disqualification

• Impossible to "sue"/No evaluation

In the baby and puppy classes the following grades are awarded::

• Very promising
• Perspective
• Unpromising

Possible titles

• CW - class winner (assigned to the dog that received the highest score)
• R.CW - reserve class winner (awarded to the second dog in the class)
• JCAC - candidate for young champion of Russia in beauty
• CAC - candidate for Russian champion in beauty
• R.CAC - reserve candidate for Russian beauty champion
• Ch.RKF - RKF champion
• CACIB - candidate for International Beauty Champions
• R.CACIB - reserve candidate for International Beauty Champions
• Best male - the best male of the breed is selected by comparing CW classes (“Intermediate”, “Open”, “Working”, “Champions”)
• LS - best female of the breed (selected similarly to LC)
• BOB - BOB - best of breed (selected by comparing the best male of the breed, the best female of the breed, the best junior of the breed and the best veteran of the breed)
• BEST PUPPY - the best puppy of the breed (selected when comparing male and female CW puppy class)
• BEST JUNIOR - best junior of breed (selected when comparing a male and a female CW junior class CASYU)
• BEST VETERAN - best veteran of the breed (selected when comparing a male and a female CW veteran class)
• BIS - best dog in show (separately among puppies and veterans)
• BIS-P - best puppy (selected by comparing the best puppies of each breed participating in the exhibition (at least three best dogs))
• BIS-V - best veteran of the exhibition (selected by comparing the best veterans of each breed participating in the exhibition (at least three best dogs))
• BIG - best in FCI group (in each group, among the best representatives of the breeds, the judge determines the three best dogs, the first of which receives BIGBIG jun - similar to BIG)
• BIS - best dog in show (when comparing BIG winners by FCI groups, the judge determines the three best dogs, the first of which receives BIS)

International exhibitions

By general situation RKF "Only dog ​​breeds recognized by the FCI are allowed to participate in International Exhibitions of the CACIB rank., (breeds that are not recognized can participate in the International ExhibitionFCI and recognized RKF without the right to obtain a certificateCACIB and participation in the main ring, which are included in a separate catalogue.)".

When traveling abroad, be sure to pay attention to the rules of dog vaccination and the necessary marks in the veterinary passport in the country in which the exhibition will be held. Specify in what currency the contribution must be made.

This article is intended for people who bought their first purebred puppy and have no idea at all: what is a dog show? Is it necessary to go to it and what awaits a timid beginner in this incomprehensible “jungle”...

Very often, when buying a purebred puppy, people utter the same phrase: “We take it – not for exhibitions, we take it – for ourselves!” In this regard, there is even such a common expression among breeders - “the puppy is sold to the sofa.”

Sometimes, quite predictably, puppies end up on the proverbial couch. high class, because the breeder cannot always keep all the potential show puppies for himself or find owners for them who want to participate in exhibitions. In addition, it is not uncommon for a show star to grow up from a puppy who “didn’t promise” this at all. early childhood and was sold as not particularly promising.

Thus, a situation arises when an animal of magnificent appearance is not shown to connoisseurs and does not participate in breeding. If this is a conscious choice of the puppy’s owner, the breeder and breed lovers can only come to terms with it and try next time not to sell the show puppy to this owner. By the way, it is for this reason that potentially the best puppies in the most elite litters usually end up in the trusted hands of professionals, and beginners have virtually no chance of buying a “family favorite” from there.

However, it also happens that the person who bought his first purebred dog I just have absolutely no idea of ​​the rules of the game in the canine world. And in particular, he very vaguely understands what kind of event this is - a dog show? To some owners it seems something boring and tedious, to others - something difficult and even dangerous, and to almost everyone at first - completely unnecessary!

Is it really? I would like to convey a simple idea to all beginners: no one has the right to force you to attend the exhibition (unless this is specifically stated in the puppy purchase and sale agreement), but by refusing it, you must understand what exactly you are losing. Sometimes the dog owner’s secret reason for refusing to show is simply timidity and reluctance to “turn out to be a fool who understands nothing.” Beginners often think that everyone around them will be very smart and advanced, and none of them wants to “lose face.”

I assure you, everything is not that scary at all! And most of the people at the show are simply lovers of the breed - your potential friends and buddies.

The main goal of any exhibition is to determine the most beautiful and correctly built animals in each breed. The judge in the ring must describe the dog, note its main advantages and disadvantages, and give it a rating. The presence of a breeding assessment received from a licensed judge at an exhibition that has official status is a dog’s admission to breeding. In other words, only after successfully visiting the exhibition can you count on receiving puppies with documents from your dog in the future. This is an absolutely mandatory (although far from the only) condition.

Dogs that attend many exhibitions and have a magnificent exterior become owners of not only breeding ratings, but also various honorary titles and titles. This also has a direct bearing on breeding: puppies from titled producers are more expensive, because it is more likely to obtain high-quality offspring from them than from dogs that lose to them in the rings.

If you are the owner of a purebred dog and want “brides” to come to him, participation in exhibitions and victories in general is an urgent necessity for you. Because breeders usually strive to breed their bitches with the best champion dogs. And people most often come to the exhibition to look at potential manufacturers. After all, it is there that dogs are presented in all their splendor and open for consideration.

There is, of course, a possibility that your “diamond in the rough” will be noticed on the couch, but the majority of not only breeders, but also buyers focus on puppies from award-winning producers.

With females the situation is somewhat simpler, they have less need to “star” in the show rings, and there are fewer opportunities (either in heat or puppies). However, this is where sports passion often comes into play, so there are always as many females at shows as there are males. However, about the sports component - a little later.

The most common shows are shows for dogs of all breeds. That’s what he calls them – all-breed shows. To hold them, they usually rent a large stadium or gym. At such exhibitions there are several judges, usually of broad specialization, because dogs popular breeds Usually there are a lot of exhibits, but there are also breeds represented by literally one or two participants and it is impossible to invite a specialist for each breed to such an exhibition.

Each country has its own subtleties in organizing exhibitions and the procedure for awarding titles and certificates. However, there are, of course, general principles.

As a rule, all dogs are divided into the following classes:

3-6 months - baby class;

6-9 months - puppy class;

9-18 months – junior class;

15-24 months – intermediate class;

15 months - 8 years - open class;

15 months - 8 years - working class (with appropriate training or testing diplomas)

15 months - 8 years - champion class (with appropriate certificates).

From 8 years old – veteran class.

It is easy to see that, starting from the age of 15 months, the owner has the opportunity to enroll his dog in a different classes, and only he himself decides in which class it is more interesting or strategically advantageous to exhibit for some reason.

It should also be noted that working class does not exist in all dog breeds. That is, even the presence of diplomas in training will not allow, say, a Great Dane to be exhibited in the working class if the standard for this breed is marked “without working tests.”

Certificates awarded at most exhibitions have uniform names. For example, the most common of them is called CAC (Certifikat d`Aptitude au Championatl - certificate of candidate for national champions). This is what they usually say about the exhibition at which such a certificate is awarded - it is an exhibition of CAC rank.

The number of CAC certificates awarded to dogs at any given show may vary different countries. Sometimes, to receive it, a dog only needs to win the class in which it is exhibited. Sometimes you need to win not only your class, but also beat the winners of other adult classes. But always and everywhere these titles are awarded separately to males and separately to females.

Juniors also receive their certificates, they are called J CAC. Then the best junior male and female junior compete with each other for the title “Best Junior of Breed”.

The youngest participants of the exhibition - babies and puppies - compete with each other. They have not yet received any prestigious certificates, but they are competing for the title of “Best Baby of Breed” or “Best Puppy of Breed”.

Veterans are also no longer entitled to certificates and they, like puppies, compete with each other for the title of “Best Veteran of the Breed”.

The final of the competition in any breed is the selection of the Best Representative of the Breed. The Best Junior, Best Veteran and adults Best Bitch and Best Male usually compete for this honorary title.

The winner of this competition will represent their breed at the end of the day. final stage exhibitions - “Best in Show”. There, the best representatives of all breeds participating in the exhibition compete for the title of Best Dog of the Show.

Babies, puppies, veterans and juniors also compete for the title of Best Dog of the Show, but separately, in their own age categories. The Best Nurseries of the Show are selected at this final show. The best manufacturers(males or females demonstrating their elite offspring), and the best pairs (two dogs of the same breed - a female and a male - of the same owner). All these events are extremely colorful, with large quantities viewers and are often covered in the media.

Sometimes the final program includes not only serious official competitions, but also humorous competitions. For example, a costume contest! Here you can show the audience your original sense of beauty or sense of humor!

In order for a dog to become not just a Champion Candidate, but a Champion, it must have several CACs, and all of them must be obtained from different judges. This is done so that the title of Champion is the result of the opinions of several judges and, therefore, would be as objective as possible. In some countries, at least a year must pass between receiving the first and last required certificates. In other countries there is no this restriction, and a dog can become a Champion very quickly if the exhibitions follow one another on the calendar, for example, every weekend, and the dog wins at everyone.

Typing required amount CAC certificates and having fulfilled some other requirements of the canine organization of a particular country, you can issue a “National Beauty Champion” certificate for this dog. Usually the owners say this to each other, for example, “my dog ​​won the Russian championship, we need to register!”

In the same way, you can “close” the title “International Beauty Champion”. Only certificates that are won for this purpose are called CACIB (CACIB - Certifikat d`Aptitude au Champional International de Beaute - Certificate of Candidate International Champion of Beauty). And the exhibition, accordingly, will be called CACIB rank.

It is more difficult to make a dog an International Champion. Because there are more of them high level There are not many exhibitions held in any country, and, accordingly, the competition at them is more severe. In addition, in this case the dog must collect certificates not only under different judges, but also in different countries!

Although an exception has been made for Russia in this matter. Given the vastness of its territory, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), as an option, awards this title to dogs that have received certificates on the territory of Russia, but in different regions under four different judges, and at least three of them must be foreigners.

More more difficult for a dog become the Champion of Europe (or any other continent) or the World Champion. Exhibitions of this rank are held only one annually. Therefore, there are much fewer World or European Champions than International Champions. And, of course, there are fewer International Champions than National Champions.

Unlike all-breed shows, single-breed shows are shows organized for dogs of a specific breed. As a rule, judges at such exhibitions are judged by specialists with a fairly narrow profile. Often such a judge has his own kennel of dogs of this breed and great experience their expertise. It is difficult to win a special breed show, the competition there is usually very serious, but this is precisely what makes victory at it very significant and such a victory is especially highly valued in professional circles.

The program at single-breed shows is often wider than at all-breed shows. In particular, at single-breed dog shows various breeds Some additional classes may be provided. For example, at single-breed shows in Russia there is a class of Winners, and the class of Champions is divided into two separate ones: “national Champions” (for dogs that have the title of champion of a particular country) and “club Champions” (having the title of champion of specialized national clubs for this breed ).

Sometimes special breed exhibitions are combined with some other ones interesting events– competitions, seminars, conferences. Sometimes they take place in parallel with all-breed shows, on the same dates and at the same stadium. But their titles are awarded separately and judged by a separate judge. This is done so that participants can demonstrate a dog in the same time frame at two shows under different judges. This can be economically convenient for both participants and organizers.

The number of specialty shows in most countries is very limited. Typically there are only one or two exhibitions a year. And such an exhibition is called, for example, “National Exhibition of the Club Great Danes"or "National Championship". For each breed separately. This is always a holiday and at the same time a strict exam for dog owners and lovers of this breed. At such exhibitions there is often an original and rich prize fund.

I would like to note that Russian specifics dictate their exclusivity here too. In our country, the title of National Club Champion can be obtained not only at the National Exhibition (the only one of the year), but can be collected in “pieces” - according to KCHK (Candidate Club Champion) certificates. This is done so that residents of very remote regions can also participate in specialized exhibitions. Not all of them can bring their pets to main exhibition breed, if such an exhibition takes place many thousands of kilometers from their hometown.

Specialty exhibitions can also have not only national, but also a higher status. If breed lovers from different countries have, say, their own European association, it can hold a single-breed European championship. The Great Danes of Europe have such an association, it is called EuDDC. Every year in one of the European countries that are members of this federation, a special breed exhibition of the highest rank is held - the EuDDC Championship. This exhibition takes place at the same time as the National Specialized Dog Show of the country that hosts the EuDDC Championship. And this year the President of the National Great Dane Club of this country is also the President of EuDDC.

Now let's talk a little about holding the exhibitions themselves.

Registration for them is always made in advance. All participating dogs are recorded in a special exhibition catalogue. As a rule, the larger and more prestigious the exhibition, the earlier registration for it begins and ends. Sometimes recording begins almost a year before the exhibition itself. Sometimes - several months before. The cost of registration also changes: the closer to the exhibition, the more expensive it is.

If you plan to participate in several exhibitions a year, it is better to find out their schedule in advance (this information is always available on the official websites of national Clubs and Federations) and plan the career of your pet. In this case, you will have to take into account quite a lot of factors. In particular, physiological (the schedule of estrus and pregnancy in females, the shedding period, especially for long-haired or wire-haired breeds of dogs) and age (it is clear, for example, that a dog spends a very limited time in the puppy or junior classes).

Of course, the potential composition of the opponents is taken into account (it is impossible to accurately predict it, but something can be assumed). Financial possibilities are soberly assessed (sometimes an interesting and prestigious exhibition can take place very far away geographically). And, of course, the candidacy of a judge must be taken into account. It is clear that judges, with all their objectivity and impartiality, are still people, not robots, and they all have their own characteristics in the perception of dogs and emphasizing their advantages and disadvantages. If you are an experienced ring fighter, then you often already have an idea of ​​what features different judges have in their work.

The exact schedule of the exhibition becomes known to participants immediately after registration for it ends. Organizers of large and prestigious exhibitions send owners notifications to the specified address that their dogs are registered under specific numbers and their examination will take place in the specified ring at a precisely designated time. If the exhibition is not of a very high rank, you can simply find out all this information by calling the organizing club or on its website on the Internet.

When visiting each exhibition, the dog must undergo veterinary control directly on the exhibition territory. The inspection may be quite formal, however, in different countries there may be different requirements to the necessary certificates of vaccinations. If you are planning to participate in an exhibition for the first time, be sure to ask the exhibition organizers about all these questions in advance. Please keep in mind that your dog cannot be vaccinated immediately before the show itself. There is a quarantine! Also at the exhibition, the dog can be checked for a mark or microchip, and their compliance with the documents on the origin of the dog.

You must arrive at the exhibition in advance in order to have time to navigate the location of the rings, undergo veterinary control, and receive registration number, under which you will enter the show ring with your dog, purchase a catalog of participants. You need to have time to calm the dog, stretch it a little, and give the final shine to its appearance.

Remember, if you are late to the ring, claims from exhibitors will not be accepted and exhibition fees will not be returned!

You can come to your very first exhibition just to look, to feel its atmosphere as an ordinary spectator. This will make it much easier for you to understand “what’s what.” Often a young dog is brought to an exhibition for the first time simply for adaptation, without being included in the catalog of participants, so that it can look around and get used to the conditions of the exhibition.

The examination of the dog in the ring itself takes place quite quickly. If you do not delve into the specifics and subtleties of the examination (more on this elsewhere), you will not need to do much. You need to allow the judge to examine the dog’s teeth and feel it all over with his hands, stand for a short time in front of the judge, showing him the dog in profile, run with it a couple of circles counterclockwise and once in the indicated direction “there and back”. Sometimes that's where it all ends. Sometimes, if the judge likes the dog and it claims to win, it is compared with other dogs (again you will have to stand and run for a bit). You must carry out all actions in the ring only according to the instructions of the judge, so there is nothing difficult to understand here.

If visiting a couple of exhibitions leaves you indifferent or seems boring, then you are one of those dog owners who follow only the “minimum program” and go to exhibitions on the basis of “they were very invited and requested” or “an assessment is needed for breeding activities.”

But if, after several exhibitions, you are interested in the process and want to achieve your first (or next) victory, and then more, then that’s it, you’ve “gotten it” and will become a regular at exhibitions!

Actually, all fans of exhibitions are driven to a very large extent by purely sporting interest. Man is a gambling creature, and the spirit of competition is in his blood. Everyone, of course, has varying degrees. Some people watch football on TV, some collect stamps, and others want to take a more active part in competitions. It's too late for most of us to become Olympians; not everyone has the talent to achieve something as an active athlete.

But if you have a beautiful, competitive dog, why not try to experience the heady feeling of victory with him again and again? After all, you are required not only to purchase a promising puppy, but also to be able to make a “star” out of him! This means that you invest in the dog not only your knowledge, skill, time, energy, but also a piece of your soul. It’s all the more pleasant to feel like a winner! After all, what is dearly obtained is expensive and appreciated!

Success at an exhibition is almost always unpredictable. It depends not only on the dog’s exterior, but also on its physical fitness, courage and Have a good mood, from the skill of the handler and, of course, from the constantly changing composition of participants. In addition, all judges have their own, somewhat subjective view of dogs of a particular breed. Highly specialized breed judges, for example, may pay more attention to specific details of a dog’s exterior; generalist judges more often evaluate dogs closer to the positions of general canine canons of beauty and harmony.

Rarely are dogs born of such a high class that they are able to win in any judging and against any opponents! And no one has canceled the concept of “order beats class”: sometimes a well-trained dog can beat a more purebred rival, which also adds thrill to dog owners, gives hope to outsiders and does not allow leaders to rest on their laurels. In short, there is always intrigue at the exhibition, and this means that adrenaline is guaranteed for the competition participants! Everything is like in sports!

Remember also that an exhibition is a meeting place for like-minded people, friends and rivals. This is an opportunity to stop for a while feeling like a student or a teacher, a businessman or an employee, a director or a worker, a father or a child. This is a place where you can try yourself in a completely different role, where everyone is equal at the start, and the strongest will win at the finish!

And even if today’s winner is not you, there will be new exhibitions and new winners, and who knows, maybe your biggest victory is yet to come. You just need to remember that the exhibition is not a war, but just a game. Although very interesting! No wonder thousands of people all over the world play it!

Bringing your dog to an exhibition is not just about putting it up for a beauty contest, but also giving your pet the opportunity to participate in an event of high-breed animals, thereby stimulating the improvement of breeds. Their purpose is to popularize the breed.

Pets with a pedigree and registered in the club can participate in the exhibition, and your dog must have a passport (veterinarian_ with a note on vaccinations.

What kind of dog shows are there?

Exhibitions are ranked as follows:
- CAC rank – national competition;
- CACIB rank – international competition.
The exhibitions are divided into:
- for monobreeds (exhibition for pets of the same breed);
- for all breeds.

Breeding inspections are also possible, which are important for obtaining permission to breed.

Each participating dog must compete in its age category:

I. babies (3-6 m.);
II. puppies (6-9 m.);
III. juniors (9-15 m.);
IV. adults (15 m.-8 y.);
V. working class (pets with a certificate of completion of a training course);
VI. champions (pets with champion certificates);
VII. veteran class (pets over 8 years old).

Reasons for participating in the exhibition

The categories of babies and puppies are mainly entered into participation for socialization, so that the pet gets used to a large environment of people and relatives. These categories of dogs cannot be titled, but are only assessed in the following areas:
- without perspective;
- promising;
- great prospect.
Those puppies that are rated “promising” and “great prospect” have great potential for further breeding and participation in exhibitions.

Pets participating as juniors, in the adult category, working class or veteran class can receive the title:

CAC – candidate for national champion;
- CACIB – candidate for world champion;
- BOB – the best dog in the breed;
- BIG – the best representative in the group;
- BIS – prestigious title;
- And the following types ratings: “satisfactory”, “good”, “very good”, “excellent”.

Only one participant in each category can receive the title, according to gender.

Diploma for participation in the exhibition

In order for your pet to get the title of champion, you first need to collect all of the above titles. Those animals that have become champions have a higher breeding value, because titles won at single-breed exhibitions and championships are especially valued. Also, dogs with an “excellent” rating are allowed for breeding.

Unfortunately, males and females who received lower ratings, including “very good”, cannot be admitted to breeding activities, nor to breeding.
Best dog in the breed can get the title BOB. These dogs can then take part in a group competition (the canine organization FCI allocates ten groups) and only one representative of the group can receive the BIG title as the best representative. Next, the winners take part in the next competition, where the best one receives the BIS title. Only winners from the champion group can receive the title of international champion.

How can a dog take the place of winner at an exhibition?

In order for your pet to take a winning place at the exhibition, it is not enough for the dog to be well built and properly raised, it is important to prepare it correctly for participation in the competition.

Literally, a couple of months after birth, you need to accustom your pet to the commands: “stand”, “walk”, “sit”, etc. After all, the expert will need to describe and feel the animal, the dog must obey the owner and walk, if necessary, next to or in front of him, be able to show his teeth and calmly accept the expert’s examination necessary to describe the participant. Dogs that show aggression and are not calm may be removed from the ring.

Equally important, as mentioned earlier, is preparation for the exhibition, so it is necessary to physical training, which provide your pet with good movements when shown in the ring. Do not forget that the main muscles are developed through properly selected physical activity.

Animal health one more important factor. After all, it has long been known that any popular dog disease, for example, distemper, has a bad effect on their condition.
It is also necessary at the preparatory stage to observe proper balanced feeding: food should be nutritious and selected taking into account the age, needs of the animal and physical activity.

IN mandatory to the exhibition you must take: veterinary certificate, water bowl, drinking water for the dog, a treat, a toy; if the dog has long hair and requires grooming, you need to take cosmetics and combs with you. These are the basic things and the most necessary.

To obtain veterinary certificate You need to make sure your dog has all its vaccinations. Rabies vaccination is done once a year. If you get vaccinated before its expiration date, the quarantine period is only two weeks, if too late ends, then the quarantine lasts a month. During quarantine, you cannot obtain any certificate, which means you cannot attend any events where veterinary control is carried out. Also, a condition for obtaining a veterinary certificate is a stamp stating that your dog has been wormed (this stamp is valid for 2 months). You don't have to give anthelmintic dog every two months, you can simply get this stamp at the veterinary clinic. Certificates are issued only in government clinics.

When going to the first dog show, dog owners usually take with them a small bag or purse, where they put the things that I tell them about in class. In the future, the backpack increases: it adds sandwiches and drinks for you, chairs, a cage or bed, a grooming table and much, much more... With experience, you will understand what is necessary just for you take when visiting .

• First rule: The dog at the show must be wearing a strong collar and a short leash. The leash should be canvas or any kind of tape, but not tape measure. You can take the tape measure with you so that you can take your dog for a walk on it during breaks between rings outside the exhibition area.
• Rule two: try to keep your dog away from other dogs. No matter how cute that poodle may seem to you, know that even he can show . Any dog ​​can be aggressive, most often when it is poorly looked after by its owners. Never let go of the leash and do not allow your pet to sniff other people's dogs, especially those who sit in cages with muzzles; they can cause no less harm than from dogs without muzzles and sitting outside the cage.
• Rule three: try not to let spectators touch your dog before it has passed the ring. This causes emotions in the dog, some positive - the dog is too overexcited and difficult to control in the ring, others negative - the dog is exhausted or begins to show aggression.

So, you have entered the exhibition space, and I meet you at the entrance. Place the certificate in advance in the most easily accessible pocket (but make sure it does not get lost) so that you can easily present it at the veterinary control.

The first thing we do is we go through veterinary control. Most often it is located at the very entrance to the exhibition space, and people in bathrobes are hard to miss. Sometimes doctors check the microchip or stamp, and sometimes they don’t even look at the certificate. They give you a piece of paper small size, on which your exhibition number will be written in the future, so if you visit two exhibitions on the same day, be sure to mention this at the veterinary control.

The next point we are heading to is registration desk. There you are received by the organizers of the exhibition, you name the breed of your dog, the class in which it is registered, say whether you have a female or a male and the full name according to the pedigree. When registering in a special catalogue, your presence is noted, they check whether there are any outstanding payments, if there is any, you pay, you are assigned an individual number. Naturally, it should never be lost and should not be removed far; it is necessary throughout the entire exhibition.

After going through the organizational stages, you head to your ring, I will tell you this in advance, and make yourself as comfortable as possible there.

You cannot feed your dog before the show. Although this individual characteristics every dog: some are toy-oriented, some are treat-oriented.

You should arrive at the exhibition an hour before the scheduled ring time. During this hour you will have time to register, walk the dog again, find a place at the ring, if the dog requires simple grooming, then brush it, and I will have time to do a training, warm-up lap before entering the ring. The exception is dogs that require complex and lengthy grooming; if you have just such a pet, then the time of arrival at the exhibition must be discussed with the groomer in advance.

Since besides you I’m probably exhibiting someone else’s dog, it would be ideal for me if further When you come to the exhibition, you will independently go through the stages of registration, position yourself at the ring and after that, if we have not accidentally crossed paths yet, call me and let me know that you are located “there”. This will be ideal, at least because at the time of your arrival I may be busy with another dog and simply won’t have time to meet you and take you everywhere.

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So, you have trained and prepared your dog, gathered your willpower and are ready to go to the show for the first time. Then this article is just for you - general reference material from registration and preparation to entering the ring and bests.

Registration and preparation for the exhibition

When you have chosen a suitable exhibition, you need to sign up for it. Registration for the exhibition is always preliminary only and usually ends 10-14 days before the exhibition. The price for an exhibition at the beginning of recording is always cheaper than at last days, and most often costs from 1500 to 2500 rubles.

Next, what we need to participate in the exhibition is veterinary documents. The dog must have a veterinary passport with a rabies vaccination and at least 30 days and no more than one calendar year must have passed from the date of vaccination. If at the exhibition the veterinary control sees a discrepancy in the date, then you will not be allowed to attend the exhibition, and the money for the exhibition will not be returned.

Organizers of some exhibitions require a F1 certificate (form No. 1). To do this, the day before the exhibition you need to come with veterinary passport and the dog to the state veterinary hospital in your city and get such a certificate from the veterinarian. It costs about 200 rubles and is valid for 5 days. Private clinics do not provide such certificates.

So, your vaccinations are normal, your certificate (if needed) is in hand and you are registered for the exhibition. Now we need to collect all the necessary things for the exhibition. We will need a treat bag and the treat itself. As treats, you can use chopped hard cheese, boiled chicken hearts, or special dried meat, which you can buy at a pet store. It is important that the dog receives this treat only at the show and never eats it at home.

We will also need a number holder. They happen various types- in the form of a bandage on an arm (with Velcro), in the form of a badge (on a clip) and even in the form of badges or silhouettes of breeds (on a pin or clothespin).

At the exhibition, we will also need combs, tools and cosmetics to achieve final beauty before entering the ring. It would be a good idea to take with you a carrier or crate for the dog (don’t think that sitting on the owner’s lap all day is very comfortable), a folding chair (an ordinary light travel chair will do) and, preferably, a grooming table. Beginners usually don’t think about the need for a table, but in vain. The table gives you the opportunity to perfectly prepare the dog before the ring - comb it, if necessary, powder the coat or lubricate the skin with oil. You can also "in real conditions"Practice the stance so that the dog is not frightened by the examination by the expert. If you don’t have a ring, a holder for an exhibition number, a handbag and other useful little things, don’t worry; at the exhibition, be sure to check out the retail outlets - they sell various pet supplies and exhibition paraphernalia.

Chair, grooming table and dog box

Preparing for the ring

When you arrive at the exhibition, first of all, find yourself a seat. Ideally, closer to the ring where your breed will be judged. Lay out the table, chair, and put the dog in the carrier. If the exhibition is held indoors, then there is often a terrible crowd and cramped conditions, so do not count on special amenities. If the exhibition is outside and the day is sunny and hot, then find a place in the shade so that both you and the dog are comfortable. Leave your companion to guard your things and the dog, and go to veterinary control and registration (usually they are next to each other). At the veterinary control, show your vaccination passport or F1 certificate. You will be given an inspection ticket and with it you will proceed to registration. At registration, you name the group and breed (group 9, Chinese Crested), and the name of your dog. You are given a catalog and your serial number.

exhibition catalog and number

If the expert who will judge your breed works in the ring, then you can spend some time observing his judging. Pay attention to how the expert examines the dogs: whether he looks at the dog’s teeth himself or the handler must show them, how he looks in motion (in a straight line, in a circle, or both), whether he prefers a fast pace of movement or a slow one, a free or manual stance, and much more. other. It wouldn't hurt to practice a little with your dog. Sometimes there is a break in the rings - consider yourself lucky, grab the ring and run to the ring to work out. But don't overdo it - yours four-legged friend should not get tired and “burn out”. Let the dog get used to the ring, exercise for a couple of minutes and put the dog back in the carrier.

If the animal was only walked early in the morning, then it makes sense to go outside for a walk so that it doesn’t get “itchy” in the ring. I usually walk the dog to the ring and before the main bests. Always keep an eye on the clock and the ring. When the breed that is scheduled to go in front of you walks, you can put your pet on the table and prepare it for the ring - comb it, lightly refresh the coat with spray, lubricate the skin with oil. Attach an exhibition number and a treat bag to your clothing. Play with the dog - no tension or nerves. And now, moment X comes. Don't be nervous - dogs keenly sense their owner's mood. Pull yourself together. The main thing is not to forget - you need to run around the ring counterclockwise, the dog is always on the left. Yes, you already know everything!

Next they ask you to run in a circle; if necessary, the expert may ask you to walk in a straight line from him (looks hind limbs) and back to it (evaluates before). When you have completed one or two laps, the expert will ask you to stop. Don't get confused - quickly put the dog in a stance.

If there are several dogs in a class, then the expert looks at each dog in turn, and then all the dogs come together to compare and select the class winner. The expert gives the command to move and all exhibitors run around the ring one after another. Keep your distance; you don’t need to “breathe in the back” of the participant in front of you and slow down the one running behind you.

The baby and puppy classes always go first, then the adult classes. The first ones are always males, then the females. If you win your class, don't run away - you will be called into the ring again for comparison.

Baby male and female are compared for Best Baby of Breed (BB), puppies male and female - for Best Puppy breed (Best Male), juniors - for Best Junior of Breed (BJ), males of adult classes (intermediate, open, champions, veterans) - for Best Male of Breed (BOS), females of adult classes (intermediate, open, champions, veterans) - for Best Bitch of Breed (BOS). Final comparison - choice Best Representative Breed (BOB) is held between Best Junior, Best Male and Best Best.

The BB of the breed goes to Best Baby (BIS Baby). The best breed of the breed participates in the Best Puppy (BIS Puppy). Best Junior advances to Best Junior (BIS Junior). The winner among adult classes, holder of the BOB title, goes to Best of Group (BIG - Best In Group). BOBs of different breeds take part in the Best of the group. If you take 1st place in the group (BIG-1), then you become a participant in the Best In Show (BIS - Best In Show), where only 10 dogs participate (one from each group, and there are only 10 groups).

If you win the comparison, then you are nominated for Best. Group bests are held at the end of each group. The remaining bests go at the end of the entire exhibition in the following order: Best Veterans, Best Baby, Best Puppies, Best Juniors, Best In Show.

To prevent your dog from getting tired by the time of the main competitions, put it in a carrier. There the animal should rest peacefully for the rest of the day. By the way, show dog She simply must be trained in boxing or a cage. Your pet should not scream and kill itself locked in a carrier.

So, while the dog is resting, you have a few more things to do. First, you need to pick up a diploma with a description (issued in the show ring or at registration). In the diploma, check whether there is a stamp, signature of the expert and whether the title is attached (JCAC, CAC, JUSS, SS, etc.).

It would be a lie to make out what is written on the diploma. Usually the description consists of strange symbols and abbreviations that are incomprehensible to an ordinary person. Believe me a month will pass or two and you will be well versed in phrases like “very bad.goal.” or "good.fr."

The second thing you need to do is finally take time for yourself. There are still a few hours before the bests, so you need to eat and rest. This is where a high chair comes in handy.

Don't forget to walk your dog before the bests. Before going to the best, get your champion in order - for competitions you can powder the fur more effectively, and once again lubricate the skin of a naked dog with oil. It is customary to breed dogs for best dogs based on their height. Let the large fast-running breeds and their fast-running handlers pass first - our place is almost at the end. No one will step on your heels and your pet will not be afraid of large dogs. All breeds enter the ring at once. The expert, at his discretion, can rearrange the exhibitors or divide them into groups (large ones separately, small ones separately). In best, all dogs are placed in a standing position, the expert evaluates the dogs in a standing position and gives the command to move.

If you don't win, don't be upset under any circumstances, and especially don't blame the dog. All-breed bests are nothing more than a personal preference of the expert. Let's say the judge loves big and furry dogs, naturally, the Chinese Crested is not his taste.

I hope this article will at least somehow help beginning show-lovers.
I always wish you spacious rings and well-deserved victories!