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"What to Bring to a Dog Show"

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. Don't take more room that you really need either.
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.

STEP 1: Win Best of Breed

STEP 2: Win Group (Gun Dog Group)

STEP 3: Win Best in Show

LINKS FOR SHOWING:

Professional Handlers Directory
Canadian Professional Handlers Association
Interesting Site on Handling

AKC beginner's Guide to Dog shows
UKC Beginner's Guide to Dog Shows
Earning Titles in Other Countries
FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) Shows

UKC Dog shows
UKC Points and Classes (how to know if your dog is a champion)
UKC Conformation Rule Book
UKC Rules for every event
UKC entry form

UKC Premium or Event List Explained

UKC Titles What you can Earn

UKC New Title Holders
UKC TOP 10 2011
UKC ALTER conformation Title
Difference between AKC and UKC Dog shows
Interesting View on FCI Breed Standard

Poodle Club of America Illustrated Breed Standard
AKC Standard Poodle Breed Standard
UKC Standard Poodle Breed Standard
CKC Standard Poodle Breed Standard
Standard Poodle Structure and have it Explained
Poodle Club of America Illustrated Breed Standard

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 !

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This is our show set up

WHAT TO PACK FOR THE SHOW:

Mac Sports Collapsible Fabric Utility Wagon
$60.00 - $100.00
there is the Texsport Utility Wagon for double the price at Sears
This wagon has been the BEST investment I have ever made !
One trip with the chairs and grooming table and mats now, no more lugging coolars either.
This folds up flat and yet it is sturdy and large at (L x W x H): 35.5 x 20.2 x 22.5
I have stuff packed in tupperware I can fit inside as well as I stack my flat crates
On top and bungee cord to hold steady. I just wish I would have bought 2 of them !
These are available in grey/red at Costco, Red and Green at Target, Walmart, K-Mart www.amazon.com
Sears, Sam's Club, Camping World, Kmart

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 it has Straight legs for optimal room)
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.
Also is a perfect fit to sit snug over top of 2 Expens put together for the dogs

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

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Dick's Sporting Goods - Picnic Plus Director's Chair Price: $54.99
More chair Ideas

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.

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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 IF there is no mesh at the top.
I have also had a puppy chew their way out and a larger dog lay against the side and rollover.

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Pet Gear Deluxe Steel Crates
NOW AT WALMART !!!!!
42" = $170.00
36" = $139.00 On sale $125.00
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.
** Ideally ** you should have a cage in the car for travel
Cage to leave in the show hall (hopefully near your ring)
Cage to leave in the hotel

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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

Madan Pintail Combs Great for putting hair in top knots and also getting bits of crud out of the eye or coat

#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, make sure the show hall allows them

Bags on Board...you will need a ton of poop scooping bags
They also make great garbage bags if you put on the side of your grooming table.

Static Guard for your outfits

Many of the UKC or Rare Breed shows do not have a food booth so make sure to bring your own.
Bring plenty of water, pop, sandwhiches, sliced veggies, cherries and grapes are always a good choice.

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**Don't forget your digital camera, cell phone, GPS, Pen, Printed off directions to the show site and hotels.**
I like to bring a tripod so I can set my video camera up at the far corner of the "down and back"
to leave it ready to hit record before I go in the show ring.
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.