When dogs are entered into a competition, popularly known as a dog show, by their trainers or handlers, there is elimination at certain rounds after they fail to meet the standard required per round. Just like most contests, the final round determines which dog is worthy to be declared as the winner. The highest award that could be given to a participant is often a title called “Best in Show”.
Why the need for dog shows? Since dogs are man’s best friend, we value their aesthetic merit and human as we are, appreciate the beauty of our dogs. These factors gave rise to a show being put together to showcase the talents and beauty of our beloved pets. The goal of these shows is to impress the audience. It is not an assurance that more expensive dogs often times win the competition. Any dog owner could enter their dog as long they meet the standards required in the competition.
Upon entering the competition, dogs are classified according to breeds. Those having similar traits, physical appearance and characteristics are grouped. They could either be Large, Small and Fancy. Likewise, age is also a basis for classifying dogs. They could be classified as puppy or adult. This is very vital since puppies have not yet met the ideal standard set often times the basis of which those for adults. This does not mean puppies could no longer join.
Every show begins with the breed specific competition. Dogs under the same breed compete with each other at different levels of judging. Unique to each breed is their breeding standard which will be used to judge them. Now bear in mind that the criteria used for large breeds will not be applicable to fancy breeds thus the need for breed specific judging prior.
When facing judgement, the dogs must meet the standards looked for in their breed. These standards include ideal breed size and ideal breed personality. Sometimes, dogs are eliminated for being too unruly and disobedient in the show proper. Thus they must pass both the ideal standard and specification for each breed lest they be eliminated from the competition.
Often times, dog show ribbons increases the value and worth of the offspring sired by champion dogs or born from champion mothers. This is most commonly reason why some pet owners enter their pets with the hope of winning that much coveted “Best in Show”.
Tracy Nichols is a dog trainer and an online marketing newbie. She loves to learn, listen to motivational speakers like bob proctor and watch funny or entertaining movies like kung fu panda. Tracy hopes you found this article informative.
