Paptacular!

All this time I thought all states required an exam. Which ones don't? I think it should be nationwide to require an exam. I got my prefix in the NT a few months ago, I didn't need to do an exam.

To be a registered breeder, one needs to be a member of their state's canine council. They need to send an application for a breeder's prefix. Some states require an exam, some do not. You do not have to show to apply for a prefix. If you are not an ANKC registered breeder, any pups bred by you can not be registered (with papers).

They even have a forum with a special section for 'finding a breeding partner'.

Is that an adult or a puppy?

Yep!

I would put a warning out there. Some unscrupulous breeders might not care, as long as they can get a sale. But I think warning them is the right thing to do.

Yes, this is an FCI recognised breed. Edit to add second better picture.

Pretty sure they are Kookies :D If they ever get recognised here, I so want one.

I don't think he'll be pulling this kind of stunt again due to the ummmmmm negative responses he received. :p

This thread needs puppy pics Murve. :p

Waiting patiently for Group 1 How many paps are entered?

This would be ok for the dog's individual examination, but it wouldn't work taking the class around. I'd see if you can arrange another handler.

From the look of the head, I'm thinking Dane cross.

Yes, he lived in Perth for a while previously. I can't believe he's doing this! I did actually tell him his dog is a Flattie because Goldies are obviously golden in colour and not liver. Apparently this dog is registered (not sure which register) and was bought from a WA breeder. Methinks I'll have to have a word to him. Don't know how effective it will be though. We aren't exactly close anymore.

No way. Though I do like the suggestion of the puppy pen on the grass.

Oh dear........ this person's name wouldn't happen to be Josh/Joshua would it? Reason I ask about the name is that a friend I went to school with bought a puppy before he moved back to Adelaide from Perth. He was all excited about and told me it was a Goldie. He sent through a photo of a liver Flatcoat.

She isn't interested in the toys or food in the ring because she is not relaxed. Her tension is feeding off yours. You don't necessarily have to compete in other sports, but training her to sit or jump over a bar will help build her confidence in you and her surrounds. You can teach her at home or at the park to little things. May be to do a special turn, or to spin. Choose a trick and teach it and have some fun :p As well as teaching her new tricks, you need to learn how to control your nerves so the dog doesn't react to your tension. Both of you need to be relaxed and have some fun. I really do need to get her out and about a bit more with the public. She's not an out there dog when she's not in her own environment, so she likely needs to develop that a bit more which should help.

Her breeder has suggested that her back may be out, and asked about her tail carriage at home. It's up at home 95% of the time, so we have ruled out a chiro issue.

In Darwin there are generally no more than 2 shows a month (except for in July/August), usually only once a month. I am planning on spelling her from around December for a few months for a litter *fingers crossed*. Toys.... she's not overly toy focussed. She does play at home, but in the ring there is no interest. She is not even food motivated in the ring. I must admit I am getting a bit stressed about it. Starting to get me down a bit. She's a lovely little dog and deserves her title. Others around the ring have all said the same. As soon as she gets it I will retire her from the ring completely, because I know she's not keen. Other sports is something I haven't touched on yet. I had taken her to 2 obedience classes as a younger puppy, however I didn't agree with the method of teaching so didn't pursue it further. Because of the wet season fast approaching, the sports are winding down for the year. I'll have to check some schedules and training again, but I think competition may be over until March next year.

Portia has been having issues in the ring for at least the past 6-8 months. She is moping around the ring with her tail down and generally not having the happy Papillon temperament. I've been struggling to try and pinpoint an incident that may have occurred about the time that it started, but have not been able to put it down to anything. I have tried the following without success: Rescue Remedy, Behave Paste, leaving her in her crate until right before her turn in the ring, giving her to someone else before our turn and walking away for a while to see if she would be happier with me when I return to take her into the ring (worked for about 30 seconds). Have stopped short of sending her in with a different handler, because another handler had a practice with her outside the ring and she wouldn't work well for her. Does anyone have any other suggestions? We don't have ringcraft classes running up here at the moment (haven't had any for the past few years), so she can't get any experience close to that of a show environment other than at the show itself. I'll try anything. Several judges have made comment that if she had her tail up and was confident, she would be placing better.

Yay for Andrew and Sapper, two gorgeous boys.

Well done, some great results there!

'.BIG Group 1 was the papillon Ch Mondelise Cafe Latte 'Ccino'.

What breed was the group 1 winner? And do you happen to know BOB papillon? TIA.

Having a litter is a big decision. I agree with Chewbacca, however must also add that you apply for a breeder's prefix through your state's canine council, which can include an exam. Put your bitch through any health tests required. Only put your girl to another main registered Pomeranian who complements your girl. You may need assistance from your girl's breeder for this. Read up online about what can happen during a birth and the weeks that follow. Some of the stories will break your heart. You need to feel able to cope with a midnight c-section and hand raising pups if Mum can't feed.