SinAmstaff Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Hi everyone, I have recently acquired an 18m old Pedigree Amstaff. I would really like to start showing, Is he too old to learn? He's had obedience training earlier in his life, but I need to teach him to heal as he is a puller on the lead. I was thinking I should join my local kennel club too, is there any other helpful resources? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Threshold question: Is he on the Main Register? His papers should tell you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 any other helpful resources? Discuss with his breeder :) He or she should be able to tell you if your dog is suitable for the show ring, as not all are. Some have minor faults which don't effect their ability to be a loving pet, but may exclude them from showing. He also needs to be on main reg as Haredown mentioned, and entire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra777 Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Certainly not too old to start a show career! After getting the Main/Limit reg sorted your best bet would probably be contact the Amstaff club in your state and see if there are any breeders/showies near you who might be able to give you some pointers in person. Most main cities/big towns have show training classes for all breeds so this is another good resource. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinAmstaff Posted June 2, 2013 Author Share Posted June 2, 2013 Hi thanks for your reply, unfortunately I don't think I'll have much luck with his kennels, apparently his prev owner had a hard time trying to get his papers, even tho he spent $2500 on him and they said he come with them. After a few month of liasing and chasing up he finally go them.(he is in main register) As I would like to eventually get into breeding I was advised to ask his breeder what health testing they do, his dam was ataxia clear as it says on their site, but says nothing about the sure other than how muscly he is :/. I have yet to receive a reply from the breeder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebanne Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 I think Albury Dog Club has show training classes. There are 3 shows at Thurgoona in August, usually a group of us set up together. Even if your dog's paperwork is not sorted out you are welcome to bunk in with us anyway and we can help you learn some stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinAmstaff Posted June 2, 2013 Author Share Posted June 2, 2013 Rebanne oh that sounds lovely, his paperwork is sorted I have his papers it just took his prev owner ages to get them when he received him as a puppy, the breeder was being difficult and tried to ask for another $500. I would love to get involved with the dog club, how do I do that and do you know the prices of classes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebanne Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Rebanne oh that sounds lovely, his paperwork is sorted I have his papers it just took his prev owner ages to get them when he received him as a puppy, the breeder was being difficult and tried to ask for another $500. I would love to get involved with the dog club, how do I do that and do you know the prices of classes? Eames St, Albury NSW 2640 Phone number(02) 6023 3569 I think training is on Tuesday nights, no idea of costs though. also if you are on Facebook you could join this group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/OzShowNewbies/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinAmstaff Posted June 2, 2013 Author Share Posted June 2, 2013 Rebanne oh that sounds lovely, his paperwork is sorted I have his papers it just took his prev owner ages to get them when he received him as a puppy, the breeder was being difficult and tried to ask for another $500. I would love to get involved with the dog club, how do I do that and do you know the prices of classes? Eames St, Albury NSW 2640 Phone number(02) 6023 3569 I think training is on Tuesday nights, no idea of costs though. also if you are on Facebook you could join this group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/OzShowNewbies/ Oh thank you so much for the link, I am on facebook, have just posted in there. I will contack Alb kennel club tommorrow and enquire, how exciting. Do you attned training too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trisven13 Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 Yep Tuesday is when Kennel Club obedience is on - maybe PM Morsha on here and she might be able to give you some details. They don't always have show training classes unless people specifically require them so give them a call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvawilow Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Hi thanks for your reply, unfortunately I don't think I'll have much luck with his kennels, apparently his prev owner had a hard time trying to get his papers, even tho he spent $2500 on him and they said he come with them. After a few month of liasing and chasing up he finally go them.(he is in main register) As I would like to eventually get into breeding I was advised to ask his breeder what health testing they do, his dam was ataxia clear as it says on their site, but says nothing about the sure other than how muscly he is :/. I have yet to receive a reply from the breeder I'd try contacting the breeder anyway - you only know one side of the story so maybe they're actually really good to deal with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinAmstaff Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 I emailed her last week but haven't got a reply :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebanne Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I emailed her last week but haven't got a reply :/ it's only Monday :) try again once more, maybe even ring them. If still no go then walk away. At least you tried. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinAmstaff Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 The kennels is Skylos Kennels? Has anyone heard of them? Thanks Rebanne ill try again :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weisnjac Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I've not heard of them, but from what I read & seen, I'm not sure they are breeding to the ANKC standard, but to their personal taste. Not saying they're bad, just that your boy may be very different to what is being shown. It's a shame you're not in Vic, we have some big Terrier shows this weekend, and the Am Staff specialty show is on Saturday. It would be a great opportunity to meet & talk to breeders and see what their dogs look like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good Thanks Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 (edited) . Edited July 17, 2013 by Good Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Anyone who truly cares about the long term future of the breed and what they are actually breeding, is not going to call their kennel "Brutal Bullies". What a twit *roll eyes violently* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra777 Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Sigh, not going the breed any favours there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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