Jump to content

Another Newbie


westielove
 Share

Recommended Posts

Hi Everyone,

I am new to the world of showing and breeding, I have chosen my breed and am waiting patiently for my puppy,I have owed this breed before and absolutley adore it!!!..They have bought our family so much joy and happiness in past years I can't wait to have another.

I have been in the show world although not the canine one,.....but the equine one for over 35years and have been breeding them as well.

I also come from a veterinary family so have experienced help at hand as well as my own knowledge.

I want to show as I love showing my horses in breed classes and find it thrilling to go through all the work and excitment of preparing,getting top bloodlines, finding the best conformation etc....

So is it quite similar in the dog world??.....It does seem quite a closed world with new people not taken in easily? PLEASE I mean no disrespect I have just been reading posts.....

I understand that people are trying to stop BYB which I feel is completly wrong and immorale, but what happens and how do you get into showing and breeding if you are truly trying to do the right thing and doing it for the love of the breed NOT for money,popularity or anything else......

I to am looking for a mentor and am willing to learn and take the time to gain knowledge before entering into the ring or breeding.

I read everyday about my chosen breed study conformations, read about breeding , look up show results I have looked at every breeder in Australia that has websites to compare, I am now looking up UK breeders and guidelines as well.

This is something I am taking very seriously as I do with my show horses, they are a major part of my and my familes life.....

First and foremost I want to have a constant companion and friend that will bring that extra joy into our lives, showing would just be the icing on the cake!!

I would love to hear from any breeders and show people alike with any advise and what is the best way to start showing ( I do have some ideas)......I am also in WA....Thank everyone for reading... :heart:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

A very exciting time isn't it.

Is your new puppy from a experienced Show and Breeding person? Often times they can and will be our Mentors as they are more than happy to help you with advice and guidance as you "Show Off" their puppies. They can also help you to learn to train and present your particular breed correctly.

Have fun..enjoy :heart:

Have a 'trawl' through the 'Show Ring' threads too.

Edited by LizT
Link to comment
Share on other sites

.....I am also in WA....Thank everyone for reading... :heart:

Yes I agree with the post above, generally the breeder you initially buy your puppy from, especially if it is sold as a show puppy, should be more than willing to show you the ropes and introduce you to other show people!!

There are quite a few shows coming up in October in WA, have you been down to the grounds at all and had a look around? If you contact Dogs West they will be able to give you a list of upcoming all breeds shows!!

Also just wanted to add that yes the dog world can be quite flippant when it comes to new exhibitors, which I don't agree with, but persistence pays off and experienced breeders should be able to pick a genuine person very quickly!! Some on the other hand some just hear I want to start breeding and or showing and they switch off. Just have to get the right people!

Hope you come for a visit!!

Edited by Clemevi
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome! :) .. yes my new "baby" is indeed going to be a Westie and I am so excited it seems like waiting for a puppy to arrive is like waiting for Christmas or a birthday as a child!!

I have looked up some shows and will be coming to some as a spectator of course very excited about that I have been to a few dog shows in the past but it was years ago and things are always changing....

I am not sure of were my puppy is coming from as yet as I have selected a few breeders and I am waiting to see what litters they have and if they have a suitable show potential female - so at the moment I have to let nature take it course and sit and try to be patient!!

I have had no luck with breeders in WA at the moment so that is why I may find it hard to get a mentor as I probably won't end up with a local puppy, which in a way is a shame, as I do feel that it would be lovely to be able to have help and contact locally.....never mind Iam determinded and will find a way to do it either way!!....there is always the internet and the phone!

As has been said once people know you are genuine and keen and have your heart in the right place help and guidance will follow.....I hope.. :cry:

I will be posting pictures as soon as I am able, can't wait to show of my new bundle .....may not be until next year though!.....perfection takes time :cry::laugh: .

Were is the best place to buy show equipment from are there good online stores like in the horse world??....What would a good starter show kit consist of and what are the better brands?....Is bling for Westies in or out?? I would think a no no....just plain white minimal lead?

Any tricks and trades of keeping a white puppy pristine for the ring??? I have tonnes of them for ponies and horses....eg, baby wipes, white horse chalk coat sprays to stop static and repell dust.....are any of these good in the dog world or not??

Thanks for any advise or feed back,....it all helps one learn!! :)

P.S Yes my puppy is from a experinced show/stud home with some of them having imported bloodlines.....but it can be a bit nevere racking buying interstate as you have to just go on pics,bloodlines,reputation,and what you are told by the breeder....hence I am comparing a few and researching ... :)

Edited by westielove
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Go to the Shows. Watch, listen, learn. Talk to people, ask questions (but not when they are busy 'faffing around' with their dogs LOL)

Talk to the Westie people, they may be able to recommend (or steer you away from) certain breeders.

Also a good oportunity to see what is 'fashionable' for your breed and how they are handled.

If you've shown greys or Pintos as I did you'll be very familiar with the "Whiteglo" types of purple shampoos LOL

There are heaps of good stockists on line and like others you'll probably try every new thing :)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

You will find that a number of people who show dogs use horse shampoos, whiteners, conditioners etc such as Champion Tails :banghead:

Click on the list of advertisers (under the banners) on the front page of DOL for some online stockists of various dog products.

For worming etc we use www.pricelesspets.com.au, they are in QLD and by far are the cheapest, but not sure re postage to WA.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Welcome to DOL.

I to came from the horse world and still maintain an interest in it with one horse.

I am sure you will enjoy the showing side too.

Just takes a bit of time to learn how the points are awarded to get the title of Champion.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I have all the veterinary side covered as my father is a vet and mother is a vet nurse yay!!....I have a cupboard full of horse whitening shampoos so that is great to know that some of them will be suitable!.....I am going to some shows in October for a look and meet see what's the latest fashion and fads etc... Think hubby is going to hide all the credit cards :) .....

Thanks everyone..... :):laugh:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I have all the veterinary side covered as my father is a vet and mother is a vet nurse yay!!....I have a cupboard full of horse whitening shampoos so that is great to know that some of them will be suitable!.....I am going to some shows in October for a look and meet see what's the latest fashion and fads etc... Think hubby is going to hide all the credit cards :thumbsup: .....

Thanks everyone..... ;) :o

Yep I got banned from going dog shopping...LOL!! :laugh:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

 Share

×
×
  • Create New...