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Many owners of purebred puppies decide to try showing their own dogs in conformation. It can be lots of fun and very rewarding, but the newcomer can find it very confusing. In fact, it can even be a bit of a challenge for the more advanced owner-handler. For a complete course in dog shows and handling, from beginning to advanced, we suggest the following.
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AN EYE FOR A DOG - ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO JUDGING PUREBRED DOGS
by Robert Cole
Item: DSH160
With this book you can develop your own eye for sound movement and structure. You get to actively participate in over 100 judging scenarios similar to what a judge encounters in the show ring and compare your opinion with the author’s.
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CANINE TERMINOLOGY
by Harold Spira
Item: DAN120
A beautifully illustrated glossary of terms used in the Breed Standards for purebred dogs worldwide.
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K9 STRUCTURE AND TERMINOLOGY
by Edward Gilbert, Jr. & Thelma Brown
Item: DAN114
Excellent information on anatomy, gait, terminology and judging. Learn not only what correct structure is, but why it is essential to function and health.
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POSITIVE TRAINING FOR SHOW DOGS - BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP FOR SUCCESS
by Vicki Ronchette
Item: DSH166
Apply the latest scientific research on how dogs learn to the world of dog showing. Whether you are just getting started in the breed ring or are an experienced show dog handler, you will enjoy learning how to work with your dog as your partner. Get outstanding showing results by using positive reinforcement methods including clicker training and lure/reward methods. Written by a dog show person for dog show people!
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DOG SHOW JUDGING - THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY
by Chris Walkowicz
Item: DSH170
Look beyond the television image of a focused man or woman awarding ribbons and learn what it’s really like to judge dogs! Chris Walkowicz, a successful exhibitor and one of the top AKC judges, explains with humor and warmth how she, and others as committed as she is, learn their craft. Find out how judges get started, build their skills, and acquire their judging credentials. And learn about all the other things a judge must master including travel hassles, finances, and record keeping.
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THE DOG IN ACTION
by McDowell Lyon
Item: DAN102
Written in 1950, this was the first book to thoroughly analyze, illustrate and explain the under-the-skin workings of the dog. It is the foundation for all gait and locomotion books which have been written since.
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TRICKS OF THE TRADE - FROM BEST INTENTIONS TO BEST IN SHOW, REVISED EDITION
by Pat Hastings with Erin Ann Rouse
Item: DG208
The book you've been waiting for, in its newly revised edition! From the whelping box to the group ring, at home and on the road, everyone who is involved in the sport of dogs can learn something from this book. From the producer of the best-selling "Puppy Puzzle" video and popular seminar speaker.
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SHOWING KUNGA - FROM PET OWNER TO DOG SHOW JUNKIE
by Alxe Noden
Item: DSH177
In Showing Kunga, author Alxe Noden tells the story of how she went from being a pet owner with no interest in showing dogs to what she describes as a “dog show junkie.” This is no sugar coated story, but rather is a revealing and often humorous exploration of showing dogs, warts and all, by an author with no axe to grind and with nothing to sell other than a very entertaining and educational story.
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ANNIE ON DOGS!
by Anne Rogers Clark
Item: DSH156
"New Lower Price"! - All-breed AKC judge Anne Rogers Clark has a background and a depth of experience in dogs which is unparalleled. In this book Mrs. Clark shares her personal experiences, advice, and stories from a lifetime in dogs.
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AN EYE FOR A DOG - ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO JUDGING PUREBRED DOGS (SHOPWORN)
by Robert Cole
Item: DSH160DMG
(BENT COVER CORNER.) 2004 Dog Writers Assn. of America Writing Competition Winner, Best Reference Book! 2004 Dog Writers Assn. of America Writing Competition Winner, Best Reference Book! Have you ever wondered how dog show judges learn to identify the subtle differences that separate a dog that is merely good from a dog that is outstanding? Now you can develop your own eye for sound movement and structure and learn how color, marking, size, and even leash position affect the judge’s perception. You get to actively participate in over 100 judging scenarios similar to what a judge encounters in the show ring and compare your opinion with the author’s. Dog Writers Association award winner.
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PUPPY PUZZLE - EVALUATING STRUCTURAL QUALITY DVD
by Pat Hastings
Item: DG198
The Hastings approach to evaluating the structural quality of puppies. Learn from the pros how to choose the right puppy for your breeding program and the show ring, obedience, agility, field trials, or the "couch potato" lifestyle! Includes remastered original video content, plus 50 minutes of new footage!
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THE GOLDEN RETRIEVER - STRUCTURE, MOVEMENT AND USE DVD
by Rachel Page Elliott
Item: B1143
The exceptional video produced and directed by Rachel Page Elliott has been remastered for this DVD. This video offers an illustrated discussion of the Golden Retriever and how it is suited for its work as a bird dog. This is a "must have" for anyone with Goldens.
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SHOW HANDLING II - ADVANCED DVD
by Michael Kemp
Item: DSH125DVD
Learn show handling techniques from Michael Kemp, a professional handler and winner of the 1992 Westminster Best in Show.
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SCIENCE AND TECHNIQUES OF JUDGING DOGS
by Robert Berndt
Item: DSH144
A one-of-a-kind book that anyone considering judging should own. Covers structure, movement and breed type in detail, and then discusses issues that judges face, such as how to run an efficient ring and cope with the stress of travel and decision making.
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EBOOK: POSITIVE TRAINING FOR SHOW DOGS - BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP FOR SUCCESS
by Vicki Ronchette
Item: DSH166EBK
Apply the latest scientific research on how dogs learn to the world of dog showing. Whether you are just getting started in the breed ring or are an experienced show dog handler, you will enjoy learning how to work with your dog as your partner. Get outstanding showing results by using positive reinforcement methods including clicker training and lure/reward methods. Written by a dog show person for dog show people!
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Price: $9.49
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EBOOK: SHOWING KUNGA - FROM PET OWNER TO DOG SHOW JUNKIE
by Alxe Noden
Item: DSH177EBK
In Showing Kunga, author Alxe Noden tells the story of how she went from being a pet owner with no interest in showing dogs to what she describes as a “dog show junkie.” This is no sugar coated story, but rather is a revealing and often humorous exploration of showing dogs, warts and all, by an author with no axe to grind and with nothing to sell other than a very entertaining and educational story.
Instant Digital Download - You only receive a digital copy of this book! Click here for more information about Dogwise Ebooks
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HOW TO RING STEWARD AT DOG SHOWS - CONFORMATION
by Ken Morrison
Item: DSH172
This is a how-to book, filled with pictures, clear explanations and checklists on how to ring steward at conformation dog shows.
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POSITIVE TRAINING FOR SHOW DOGS DVD
by Vicki Ronchette
Item: DSH173
This full day seminar, filmed in Martinez, will show you how to prepare your dog for the show ring using positive reinforcement methods. With many live dog demos, photos and videos, Vicki Ronchette shows you how to use positive methods to train your dog to gait, stack and accept the judge's examination as well as how to problem solve show ring issues.
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BEST IN SHOW - CHILDRENS BOOK
by Karen LaFrak and Andrew Day
Item: DSH174
Karen LeFrak raises and shows the most beautiful Standard Poodles. In her newest children's book for dog lovers of all ages, Karen follows the adventures of Gem from birth to the show ring. Not only is the book fun, it is highly informative and instructive.
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4-H GUIDE TO DOG TRAINING & DOG TRICKS
by Tammie Rogers
Item: DTA349
This step-by-step illustrated guide introduces beginners to dog training, from simple commands to basic tricks. In no-nonsense, easy-to-follow terms, the guide covers everything from establishing trust and authority to leash-training, mastering simple commands, and teaching basic tricks.
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BEST IN SHOW - THE WORLD OF SHOW DOGS AND DOG SHOWS
by Bo Bengtson
Item: DSH167
Elegantly written, crammed with stunning, often rare, color and black-and-white photos, abounding with undiscovered information and fascinating insider stories, this is the be-all and end-all book about dog shows. It describes how dog shows began and developed, which shows around the world are most important, who the human players are—the handlers, judges, owners, and breeders—who the canine stars are, and where this dog show phenomenon is heading. Best in Show stands as a book-publishing landmark that will last decades and is the hallmark gift for any serious dog lover.
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EBOOK: BEST IN SHOW - THE WORLD OF SHOW DOGS AND DOG SHOWS
by Bo Bengtson
Item: DSH167EBK
Elegantly written, crammed with stunning, often rare, color and black-and-white photos, abounding with undiscovered information and fascinating insider stories, this is the be-all and end-all book about dog shows. It describes how dog shows began and developed, which shows around the world are most important, who the human players are—the handlers, judges, owners, and breeders—who the canine stars are, and where this dog show phenomenon is heading. Best in Show stands as a book-publishing landmark that will last decades and is the hallmark gift for any serious dog lover.
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EBOOK: DOG SHOW JUDGING - THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY
by Chris Walkowicz
Item: DSH170EBK
Look beyond the television image of a focused man or woman awarding ribbons and learn what it’s really like to judge dogs! Chris Walkowicz, a successful exhibitor and one of the top AKC judges, explains with humor and warmth how she, and others as committed as she is, learn their craft. Find out how judges get started, build their skills, and acquire their judging credentials. And learn about all the other things a judge must master including travel hassles, finances, and record keeping.
Instant Digital Download - You only receive a digital copy of this book! Click here for more information about Dogwise Ebooks
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FLAWED DOGS, THE NOVEL - THE SHOCKING RAID ON WESTMINSTER
by Berkeley Breathed
Item: DSH171
From the Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of "Bloom County" comes his first illustrated novel for children -- a heartwarming and humorous ode to the unconditional and lasting love we and our pets share. Full color. Target Age - 8 to 12 years.
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RAISING A CHAMPION - A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SHOWING DOGS
by Meredith John & Carole Richards
Item: DSH148
Want to enter the world of dog shows and don't know how to begin? Learn the basics for showing your dog successfully, from your puppy's earliest training to his first show and on to earning his championship.
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NEW SECRETS OF SUCCESSFUL SHOW DOG HANDLING
by Peter Green & Mario Migliorini
Item: DSH150
From early training to ring strategy and promoting a special dog, this comprehensive illustrated guide reveals the actual practices, procedures and etiquiette involved in showing.
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SOLVING THE MYSTERIES OF BREED TYPE, 2ND EDITION
by Richard Beauchamp
Item: DSH153
Learn if a breed can have more than one correct breed type, why type is not well understood, and what breed character means. An essential book for anyone considering judging, or for any serious breeder.
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THE FINISHING TOUCH - A BOOK ABOUT SUCCESSFUL DOG HANDLING
by Steve SeRine
Item: DSH163
How to show your dog in the breed ring - combining understanding of the psychological instincts of animals with a practical system for showing dogs and competing against the professional dog handler.
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BORN TO WIN - BREED TO SUCCEED, 2ND EDITION
by Patricia Craige
Item: DSH134
NEW 2ND EDITION! - Philosophy, practical ideas, and experiences of one dedicated breeder-exhibitor, based on a lifetime in dogs! Planning a breeding program, making the plan work, becoming a winner!
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SHOW ME! A DOG-SHOWING PRIMER
by D. Carolyn Coile
Item: DSH139
Canine expert and successful dog exhibitor Caroline Coile begins with sound advice on how to recognize, raise, and train a dog that has prize-winning potential. Combining easy-to-follow text with clear, how-to photos, she goes on to demonstrate the correct way to pose, gait, and handle a dog in the show ring, as well as how to cope with various situations in the ring and out.
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BREEDING DOGS TO WIN
by Carmelo Battaglia
Item: DG225
This new book is the single best reference when it comes to producing high quality, award-winning dogs. Based on research and experience, this state of the art book offers 70 illustrations of easy to use information.
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NOTES POCKET PAL DOG GROOMING BOOK
by Melissa Ver Plank
Item: DGR167
This 6.5x5 book packs a punch and is the perfect complement to the original Notes From The Grooming Table. Already have Notes? Don't let that stop you from investing in this handy pocket size reference book.
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WINNING EDGE - SHOW RING SECRETS
by George Alston
Item: DSH116
Apply sports psychology to dog showing. Covers every ingredient for show ring success. For the serious exhibitor and seasoned veteran.
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SHOW HANDLING I - BASIC DVD
by Michael Kemp
Item: DSH124DVD
Learn how to handle from Michael Kemp, top professional handler. Designed for the novice.
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EBOOK: THE DOG IN ACTION
by McDowell Lyon
Item: DAN102EBK
Written in 1950, this was the first book to thoroughly analyze, illustrate and explain the under-the-skin workings of the dog. It is the foundation for all gait and locomotion books which have been written since.
Instant Digital Download - You only receive a digital copy of this book! Click here for more information about Dogwise Ebooks
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