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I hope the information below will help you out.
Make sure you go the day or night before you plan to show.
This way you make sure you know where you are going and secondly to secure a spot.
WE go the night before and set everything up including our grass mat. This way no one will move your stuff
In over 20 years of doing this I have never (knock on wood) had anything stolen.
Poodle Club of America Illustrated Breed Standard
AKC Standard Poodle Breed Standard
UKC Standard Poodle Breed Standard
CKC Standard Poodle Breed Standard
Professional Handlers Directory
Canadian Professional Handlers Association
AKC beginner's Guide to Dog shows
Interesting Site on Handling
UKC Dog shows
UKC Points and Classes
UKC entry form
UKC Conformation titles
UKC ALTER conformation Title
Difference between AKC and UKC Dog shows
(poodles can be shown in "sporting clip" at any age, ONLY in UKC)
View OLD dog shows online
Video of 2010 Westminster Standard Poodle Breed
Video of 2009 Westminster Standard Poodle in Non-Sporting Group
Grooming Your Standard Poodle
Poodle Colour Breeding
We offer Incentives to obtaining titles !
Click to read about the Standard Poodle Structure and have it Explained
This Web Page on Poodle Club of America Illustrated Breed Standard
is EXCELLENT for showing you the poodle under the coat with drawings and examples
of what the judges are looking for in type, structure and movement.
George Alston's - The Winning Edge show ring secrets
I do not have this book, but it was highly Recommended to me, by a new poodle exhibitor.
The Complete Standard Poodle (Hardcover)
by Eileen Geeson
Ruby Watching 2010 Westminster
Crested was nice but we knew the Poodle would win !
Red Poodle winning their Class
How to stack your Poodle
Packing for the Show:
Most breeders find that they will need a platform to have storage below the cages.
You can take it a step further and build pull out drawers or buy storage caddys.
We have a Honda Element and this is how we pack !
Photos from Oak Lines Golden Retrievers
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We now use 36" hard plastic crates.
The secret with packing the Element with "3" crates, is to load
them from the side doors and push to the rear (make sure cage doors open from middle)
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This is our show set up
WHAT TO PACK FOR THE SHOW:
Click on photos to be taken to the stores
6' x 8' Snowbird Mat- Plastic Mats are made of 100% virgin polypropylene.
This helps define YOUR space at the indoor dog shows, keeps the dog's hair from
blowing around onto other's areas, is more comfortable to stand on while grooming.
Hollow polypropylene tubes are woven together to form an attractive and durable mat.
Cleaning is easy with just some water or a few sweeps from a broom.
Keeps the dogs clean from dirt and grass stains at outdoor shows.
Mildew is never a problem because the woven construction allows the water to drain.
Each mat is light and can be folded into a very compact size for easy storage.
These mats can be used at the beach, as a RV awning patio mat, great as a picnic mat, at agility events to cover the ground
under your tent and of coarse for your exercise pens so dogs will remain clean before showing.
E-Z UP® 10' x 10' Pyramid® II Steel Frame Canopy (make sure Straight legs)
First-Up 10' x 10' Gazebo (make sure Straight legs)
Cheapest at Canadian Tire and Walmart
Only to be used at outdoor shows..you may want two, if you have a couple dogs and a grooming area.
Ideal to provide shade and is easily put up with two people.
You will need sides of mesh to block sun but allow a breeze.
bungees cords with ball hooks, Fastening or securing tarps/canopies on your E-Z up shelter
Great to have if it rains as you can tarp all 4 sides together.
You can get these at Princess Auto 25 for $6.00 or at dog shows
Impregnated with nickel and carbon black for greater ultraviolet and heat resistance.
This high quality sunscreen is capable of blocking out 73% of SunlightFeatures grommets every 12 in.
to make tie down easyGreat for kennel runs, dog shows and more.
Available at The Pet Supply House
Dick's Sporting Goods - Picnic Plus Director's Chair Price: $54.99
More chair Ideas
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Flat-sided 2-quart 2 quart High quality stainless steel pails with a flattened back allow the pail to hang.
For extra security you can add a carabiner (clip to cage)
Unlike most pails these are stable and will not scare your dog or spill because of excess movement.
Keep food and water up off the ground and out of harms way
@ $10.29 each
Double ended snap-3 1/2" overall length
I clip my buckets to the cage with these.
Soft Sided Crates available at Walmart ($64.00), Costco ($80.00), Petsmart
Soft ones are ideal for crate trained dogs and especially for hotel rooms as they don't rattle.
Dog Crates for dog shows are personal preference for sure.
Material ones are the best for lifting and take less room for packing
however they build up a lot of heat inside like a tent as there is no mesh at the top.
Also there is no where to secure a water bucket and if you dog is not crate trained
I have also had a puppy chew their way out and a larger dog lay against the side and rollover.
Pet Gear Deluxe Steel Crates
(at Petsmart)
NOW AT WALMART !!!!!
42" = $170.00
36" = $139.00
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Medium-Pet-Gear-Deluxe-Steel-Crate-36-Cats-Dogs-Small-Animals/12457049
ALSO at Cherrybrook in variety of colors:
42" = $310.99
36" = $$228.99
OK it has been a year now and I"M LOVING these cages !!!
They collapse easily and assemble easy plus there are no pinch points on it like the full wire ones.
OK and I"m all about the bling so of course I LOVE the blue colour and how bright it is.
No wire or tray in the bottom to cripple up a dog, just a thick plastic even surface that I put a bathmat on top of.
Place to hang a water bucket and lots of air exchange.
Raised "tray" type bottom also has a great lip all the way around the bottom to keep water in or out
Our dogs were one of the few to not get wet when our tented area flooded a bit.
Garage type side door makes access to inside for cleaning or adjusting bedding really easy.
Wheels on the bottom of one end and top handle make moving it when assembled very easy even when dogs inside.
These do have a more flimsy latch system so I do bring "tie wraps" to secure that in case.
OR a back up fastener might be needed or a metal one from Home Depot to replace it with.
Wire cages have been used from the beginning. Less expensive,
Easy to carry (if has handles), great air exchange in summer but very cold in winter
Depending on the type if the tray is too thin I have had dogs go lame after laying in it.
Also dogs escape half out and injure themselves.
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Xpens so dogs can get a bit of movement ONLY if you are there.
Do NOT leave unattended in an Xpen
Many breeders will put an EzUp canopy over the xpen (just make shorter) to provide shade and keep dogs from jumping out.
Superyard Pet Yard Sears $89.00, Superyard Toys R us $99.00
6- size 30" w. x 26" h. panels
You can also find these at dog shows or dog show supply stores.
Dolly's are great for indoor shows. Make sure to bungee your stuff to the frame.
I prefer the solid bottom ones as I also use them with smaller cages when I take pups to the Vet's
Business Cards
Vista Print is inexpensive and you can order online
Ideal to exchange contact information with your new friends you will meet
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Metro Tack Box from Rens
Top Performance Tack Boxes from Needs N Desires
Now in Four Pretty Colors!
for all your grooming supplies, business cards, bait, combs and brushes, cameras, money
You can also use a Tool box from Home Depot
Latex Bands-1000 per bag Natural Colour
Madan Pintail Combs Great for putting hair in top knots and also getting bits of crud out of the eye or coat
ANDIS AGC SINGLE SPEED CLIPPER 179.00 (lighter than the 2 speed and doesn't heat up as much)
Andis Ultraedge Blades
#10 for face
#4,7 for body
#30 or 40 for feet, tail and to use under any clip or guards
What ever clipper you use, it is best to match up the same name brand of blades with
The Pet Supply House
Ren's Pet Depot
Clipper Blade Information Answered
Clipper Blade size Answered
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Wahl Stainless Steel Clip Comb Attachments 8 pc Set
Wahl Stainless Steel Guide Comb Attachments are an inexpensive and versatile way to clip coats to any length.
Wahl® Stainless Steel Attachment Guide Comb Set features: Narrow blades move easily through coat for a smoother finish.
Smooth tips ensure snag-free grooming, and eliminate the risk of scratching skin.
Universal, self-adjusting combs feature a four-sided fit for secure attachment.
The combs are color-coded for at-a-glance identification, and are also imprinted with the length and comb number.
Set includes a plastic storage tray. Works best with #30 blades.
Wahl Stainless Steel Combs fit Andis®, Conair®, Master Grooming ToolsTM, Oster®, Wahl® and Laube detachable style blades.
Not intended for use with ceramic blades.
ANDIS COOL CARE 15.5OZ
ButterCut Shears-Geib Entree Shears
I'm not a pro groomer and it was suggested that I start out with the 8.5" straight and curved
the price was $69.00
~Scissor Style ~ Nail clippers & Kwiki stop for nail bleeds.
We now use a Dremel which keeps the nails shorter and has no bleeding.
YOu can get these at Canadian Tire or any hardware store for under $50.00.
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Kwikstop Styptic Powder, 0.5 oz
Available at Walmart : $6.17
#1 All systems combs
I don't believe in paying a fortune for combs however I have found that a nice wide tooth comb
like the dematting one has been great for a matted poodle. I also really liked the Perfect Poodle comb.
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Universal Slicker Brushes - Hard Slicker Brush
You will need to comb from the
body outwards, from the root of the hair not just the top.
I have tried MANY slicker brushes and these red handle hard slickers on adult poodles has worked the best for me
I am always careful of the pin needles around the poodles skin. Do be careful and try on your own arm to see how sharp they are.
Fashion Grooming Tables-Blue/Pink/Purple Regular table
Low Legs (Medium dogs) - 36 x 24 and 30" high for short people like me at 5'3"
High Legs (Medium dogs) - 36 x 24 and 32" high if taller to save your back
Any style or type of grooming table will do however I liked the height option on this one.
Please note that most tables do not come with grooming arms (although may be in the photo)
the tables that do come with arms, the arms will be too short usually at 36" and you will eventually need 48"
Precision Heavy-Duty Grooming Tables
36" Grooming Table, arm and noose
Grooming tables often come with 36" arms which are too short for standard Poodles you will need a 48" arm
The best way to groom your dog for the ring is to use the table and save your back.
Make sure you bring a few towels.
I found bath mats are ideal to line crates with.
Make sure to put your name and contact information on the bottom of the table incase you leave it behind
48" Grooming Arm & Clamp and Noose/Loop: $47.58 each
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47" x 3/8" Simplicity Nylon Show Lead or a Martingale Lead - Medium Weight
THis I use to train my pups to get used to showing.
Cherry Brook Simplicity Lead
Dog Training - Show Leads
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Fine (Medium) Hex-Link Chain Chokes
These jewelry style chokes lend dignity to any dog and reduces fur breakage.
Usually for my Standard Poodle puppy 14" will be good to start and 16" will be good for adults.
You can also use Nylon show collars that are less expensive.
Needs n Desires Leads
Nylon show leads by Cherry Brook
At every show I can't count the number of people that come up and ask to borrow one of my smaller
24" to 36" (2 foot or 3 foot) shorter leads. Longer leads are cumbersome to use as you constantly bunch them up and then drop them.
Shorter leads are less stressful to use
I use the medium or larger ones as they cut less into your hands.
Very lightweight and visually unimposing, yet strong enough for everyday use.
Easy to handle and does not detract from the appearance of the dog in the show ring.
Matching Collars available.
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Jerky Treats and or a squeek toy to get your dog animated.
Also don't forget your dog food and you may wish to bring your own bottled water from home.
Don't forget a flashlight for those late night walks and poop scooping
Flexi leads are great for toileting dogs inbetween shows
Bags on Board...you will need a ton of poop scooping bags
They also make great garbage bags if you put on teh side of your grooming table.
Static Guard for your outfits
**Don't forget your digital camera, cell phone, GPS, Pen, Printed off directions to the show site and hotels.**
And start off with a full tank of gas.
Shows usually have a canteen that only accepts cash so bring cash for tolls and food.
If you are entering day of show don't forget your dog's registration papers
If you are crossing the border do not forget your dog's rabies vaccination slip
and USA money and or check since some shows don't take credit cards.
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