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General Regulations on Dog Shows

Dog shows under the auspices of the RKF are held:

▪ in accordance with the requirements of the World Canine Federation (FCI);

▪ according to the “Regulations of the Russian Cynological Federation (RKF) on exhibitions” dated December 21, 2006.

1. Composition of participants

There are all-breed and special-breed shows.

All-breed shows- such exhibitions where examination of dogs of all breeds is carried out. Each breed is judged separately; as a rule, several rings are organized.

Specialized (specialized) exhibitions- these are exhibitions at which examination of dogs of one breed is carried out.

Very often (but not necessarily) a special-breed show is held simultaneously with an all-breed show. If the organizers announced the holding of both exhibitions. In this case, the dog can be registered for both shows, and the organizers draw up a schedule so that the rings at the shows do not coincide in time.

Certificates and titles awards awarded at all-breed and single-breed shows in Russia differ from each other. In other countries (Finland, Estonia, etc.) the same certificates are awarded.

Any exhibition must have one rank or another.

All-breed shows are:

▪ International exhibitions of CACIB rank - the largest and most prestigious exhibitions. At such exhibitions in

each breed (best male and best female) can be awarded a CACIB certificate (Certificats d'Aptitude

au Championnat International de Beauté - certificate of Candidate for International Beauty Champions).

▪ National CAC ranks. At such exhibitions, each breed is awarded CAC certificates (Certificats

d "Aptitude au Championnat National de Beauté - certificate of a Candidate for National Beauty Champions).

Russian National exhibitions are of three types - RKF Champion (ChRKF) rank, Federation Champion (ChF) rank,

rank Candidate for Champion of the Federation (CCF).

For International Shows, the rules for awarding CACIB are the same in all FCI member countries.

For National Shows, the rules for awarding CAC vary from country to country. In Russia, CAC is awarded in each class if it is an International or National show of the ChRKF rank, and only to the Best Male/Best Bitch at national shows of the ChF and KChF rank.

And one more addition - if the exhibition being held has an additional rank (in Russia it can be “Eurasian Champion”, “RKF Champion” or “Federation Champion”, and, for example, in Estonia - Estonian Winner) - then to the Best Male and the Best Bitch of the Breed will be given the appropriate title.

There are special breed exhibitions(in Russia):

▪ rank Champion of the National Breed Club (CHB) - the most prestigious and largest. It is held once a year.

At such an exhibition, the Best Male and the Best Bitch immediately receive the title of Club Champion. Typically carried out in

▪ Club Winner (PC) rank. At such exhibitions the title of Best Male and Best Bitch may be awarded

Winner of the National Club.

▪ rank Candidate for Club Champions (CCC). On them, the Best Male and the Best Bitch can be awarded a title

Candidate for Champion of the National Breed Club.

World Championship and European Championship- are held once a year, alternately in different FCI member countries. These are all-breed shows of the CACIB rank, at which the Best male and Best female in each breed are awarded CACIB and the title of European Champion or World Champion.

Registration of dogs for a specific exhibition is carried out by the club that holds it (or its proxies, or other clubs by agreement), and is completed, as a rule, 1 month before the date of the exhibition. In order to register a dog for an exhibition, you must provide the club with a copy of the pedigree and pay a fee in the specified amount.

If a dog is registered for an exhibition in another city or country, then payment is made in the method proposed by the organizers (by transferring funds to a bank account, using a bank card, etc.). Sometimes the organizers of the exhibition register the dog using a letter of guarantee with an attached copy of the pedigree, and payment for participation in the exhibition is made directly on the spot on the day of the exhibition. Moreover, even if the dog did not take part in the exhibition, its owners are obliged to pay the exhibition fee within a month, otherwise they will be disqualified and suspended from participation in exhibitions until the debt is repaid.

2. Exhibition classes at dog shows

For any exhibition, the dog is registered in a specific exhibition class. The choice of class is determined by age and the presence of any diplomas and titles. It is also advisable to take into account the dog’s condition and its compliance with a certain class. For example, after 15 months, a dog can be enrolled in any adult class, including working and champion (if diplomas are available). But if the dog is still developing (there are dogs of late development), then perhaps it is worth enrolling it in the intermediate class, in which there will be its peers. And you should refrain from enrolling in the open class, much less the champion class. Or another option - a bitch that has recovered from puppies, but with hair that has not yet grown enough - will look less advantageous in the Champion class than bitches in full show condition. And in the open class or in the working class, he will be able to compete for victory.

Exhibition classes are:

▪ Baby class – from 3 to 6 months (may be absent at the exhibition - this is at the discretion of the organizers)

▪ Puppy class (puppy) – from 6 to 9 months

▪ Junior class (junior) – from 9 to 18 months

▪ Intermediate class – from 15 to 24 months

▪ Open class – from 15 months

▪ Winner class – from 15 months (the class is present only at special breed exhibitions,

To enroll in this class you must have at least one CAC or CCC title)

▪ Working class – from 15 months (to enroll in this class you must have a working diploma: Russian for

registration for national and special breed exhibitions, international - for registration for exhibitions

international and any exhibitions abroad)

▪ Champion class (champion) – from 15 months (to enroll in the class you must have the title of FCI national champion)

▪ Veteran class (veteran) – from 8 years old

The date for determining the dog's age is the day before the start of the exhibition.

3. Evaluations at exhibitions.

Babies and puppies The following grades are awarded:

▪ Very promising – red ribbon

▪ Promising – blue ribbon

▪ Little promising – green ribbon

▪ Unpromising (no promising) – white tape

Juniors, adults and veterans may award ratings such as:

▪ Excellent - a red ribbon, can be awarded to a dog that is very close to the ideal of the breed standard, which is presented in excellent condition, demonstrates a harmonious, balanced temperament, a dog of high class and excellent training, Its excellent characteristics corresponding to the breed allow minor faults, which can be ignored, but at the same time it must have a clearly defined sexual type.

▪ Very good - a blue ribbon, can be awarded to a dog that has the typical characteristics of the breed, well-balanced proportions and is presented in correct condition. A few small imperfections that do not affect the morphology are acceptable.

▪ Good - green ribbon, awarded to a dog that has the main characteristics of its breed, but has obvious disadvantages.

Satisfactory - yellow ribbon, should be awarded to a dog that corresponds to its breed and has defects in build.

▪ Disqualification - a white ribbon must be given to a dog if it is built in a type that does not meet the standard, exhibits unusual or aggressive behavior, is a cryptorchid, has dental defects or defects in the structure of the jaws, has a non-standard coat or color, including signs of albinism, not free from defects that threaten health, has disqualifying defects.

▪ Cannot be judged/without evaluation - this qualification is given to any dog. Which constantly jumps or rushes out of the ring, making it impossible to evaluate its movements and gait, or if the dog does not allow the judge to feel it, does not allow the teeth and bite, anatomy and structure, tail or testes to be examined, or if traces of surgery or treatment are visible. The same applies to the case when surgical and medicinal interventions are aimed at masking errors punishable by the standard.

4. Titles and certificates - abbreviation

Titles and certificates, which at the discretion of the expert may be awarded:

▪ CW – class winner

▪ R .CW – reserve class winner

▪ CACJ - candidate for young national champion in beauty

▪ CAC – candidate for national champion in beauty (Certificats d "Aptitude au Championnat National de Beauté)

▪ R .CAC – reserve candidate for national beauty champion

▪ CACIB – candidate for the International. beauty champions (Certificats d "Aptitude au Championnat International de Beauté)

▪ R.CACIB – reserve candidate for International Beauty Champions

▪ Ch. RKF - RKF champion

▪ Black Sea Fleet – champion of the federation (there are four of them - RFLS, RFOS, OANKOO, RFSS)

▪ KChF – candidate for federation champion (RFLS, RFOS, OANKOO, RFSS)

▪ CHK – champion of the national breed club

▪ PC – winner of the national breed club

▪ CCC - candidate for champion of the national breed club

▪ СС – certificate of conformity

▪ BB (best baby) – the best baby of the breed

▪ BP (best puppy) – the best puppy of the breed

▪ BV (best veteran) – the best veteran of the breed

▪ BOS (best opposite sex) – best male/female of the breed

▪ BOB (best of breed) – the best representative of the breed

▪ BIG (best in group) – best in the FCI group

▪ BIS (best in show) – the best dog in the show

5. Rules for awarding titles and certificates.

At an exhibition of any rank may be awarded:

▪ CW - goes to the winner in each class

▪ R .CW - goes to the dog that takes second place in its class

At all-breed shows of the CAC/CACIB rank:

▪ CACJ is awarded to the Best Junior Male and the Best Junior Bitch

▪ CAC is awarded to a) males and females who received the CW title in the intermediate, open, working,

champions at INTERNATIONAL exhibitions or at National exhibitions of the ChRKF rank b) The best male and

The best female, if this is a National Exhibition of the Black Sea Fleet or KChF rank.

▪ R .CAC is awarded to males and females who received the title R .CW in the intermediate, open, working,

champions

▪ CACIB is awarded to the Best Male and Best Bitch only at the International CACIB Show

▪ R .CACIB is awarded to the male and female who took second place at the International CACIB show

▪ CHRKF /RKF Champion/ is awarded to the Best Male and Best Bitch at shows of the rank "RKF Champion"

▪ BSF /Federation Champion/ is awarded to the Best Male and Best Bitch at shows of the rank "Federation Champion"

▪ KChF /Candidate for Champion of the Federation/ is awarded to the Best Male and Best Female at rank shows

"Candidate for Federation Champion"

At special breed exhibitions of the rank of CHK, PC, CC:

▪ CHK /Club Champion/ is awarded to the Best Male and Best Bitch at an exhibition of the CHK rank

▪ PC /Club Winner/ is awarded to the Best Male and Best Bitch at a PC rank show

▪ CC is awarded at shows of the rank of CHK and PC - to males and females who have won the intermediate, open,

winners, workers, champions; at an exhibition of the CCC rank - Best Male and Best Bitch

▪ CC is awarded to dogs with an “excellent” rating, who received 2-4 place in the class, at the discretion of the expert

The following must be selected in the breed:

▪ Best Baby of Breed (BB) – selected by comparing the best baby boy and the best baby girl

▪ Best Puppy of Breed (BP) - selected by comparing the best male puppy and the best female puppy

▪ Best Junior of Breed (BJ) - selected by comparing the best junior male and the best junior female

▪ Best Veteran of Breed (BV) - selected by comparing the best veteran male and the best veteran female

▪ Best Male of Breed (BOS) - selected by comparing male class winners

▪ Best female of breed (BOS) - selected by comparing female class winners

▪ Best of Breed (BOB) - selected by comparing Best Junior, Best Male, Best Female and

Best Veteran

Competitions are held at All-Breed Shows:

▪ Best in group FCI (BIG) - when comparing the Best representatives of breeds included in the same group

▪ Best Dog in Show (BIS) - selected by comparing group winners

▪ Best Baby in Show (BIS -b aby) - when comparing babies of all breeds

▪ Best Puppy in Show (BIS -puppy) - when comparing puppies of all breeds

▪ Best Junior in Show (BIS-Junior) - when comparing juniors of all breeds

▪ Best Veteran of the Show (BIS -Veteran) - when comparing veterans of all breeds

The awarding of titles at exhibitions is the prerogative of experts and is not subject to appeal.

In the absence of a worthy representative, in the opinion of the expert, the title may not be awarded.

For more details, read the RKF website in the section Regulations on holding exhibitions.

7. Examination procedure

Sequence of examination in the breed ring

1. “Baby” class examination:

First, the expert evaluates the males and selects the Best Baby Boy,

Then he evaluates the bitches and chooses the Best Baby Girl,

Then, when comparing the Best Baby Boy and the Best Baby Girl, the “Best Baby of the Breed” is selected.

2. Examination of the "Puppies" class:

First, the expert evaluates the males and chooses the Best Male Puppy,

Then he evaluates the bitches and chooses the Best female puppy,

And finally, when comparing the Best Male Puppy and the Best Female Puppy, the “Best Puppy of Breed” is selected.

3. Examination of the "Junior" class:

Examination of junior males with selection of the Best Junior male and awarding him a certificate

The examination will evaluate junior females and select the Best Junior female, with the assignment of a certificate to her

Comparison of Best Junior Male and Best Junior Bitch with the choice between them for "Best Junior of Breed"

4. Examination of adult male dogs:

First, an examination is carried out in each of the exhibition classes of male dogs (intermediate, open, winners,

worker, champions) with a choice of winner in each class

Then the class winners are compared for the title of Best Male of Breed

5. Examination of adult bitches:

First, an examination is carried out in each of the exhibition classes of bitches (intermediate, open, winners, working, champions) in turn, with the selection of the winner in each class

Then the class winners are compared for the title of Best Female of Breed

6. Examination of the "Veterans" class:

First, veteran males are evaluated and the Best Veteran Male is selected.

Then the veteran bitches are evaluated and the Best Veteran bitch is selected.

Then, when comparing the Best Veteran Male and the Best Veteran Bitch, the “Best Veteran of Breed” is selected.

7. The examination of the breed ends with a comparison for the title of Best Representative of the Breed. The Best Junior, Best Male, Best Female and Best Veteran will be compared with each other.

Certificates awarded to class winners are determined by the type and rank of the exhibition (national/international rank CAC/CACIB or special breed rank KCHK/PC/CHK).

Procedure for examination in class

All dogs from one class enter the ring in numerical order after they are invited by the ring manager (examination of males and females in each show class is carried out separately). The exhibition number must be visible at all times (pinned with a pin, hung around the neck, etc.). All further actions in the ring take place in accordance with the instructions of the expert.

▪ First, the teeth of all dogs standing in the ring are checked, and if they are males, they will check for the presence of both testicles. Incorrect bite, dental irregularities, absence of one or both testicles in the scrotum are grounds for disqualification of the exhibitor.

▪ Then all the dogs are watched moving in a circle. And a dog that is clearly limping or has serious movement defects will be removed from the ring.

▪ After this, an individual examination of each dog is carried out: the expert evaluates the dog in a standing position and in motion, and the assistant writes down the examination result on the evaluation sheet. The result of the individual examination is an assessment (the exhibitor is given a ribbon of the appropriate color, but, however, not always).

▪ Upon completion of the individual examination of all dogs presented in the class, the expert places dogs with an “excellent” rating from 1st to 4th (at CACIB rank shows with “excellent” and “very good” ratings)

▪ The winner will continue to fight for titles, but all other participants will receive diplomas and evaluation sheets after some time

Competitions

Competitions for Best Dog in Show, Best Baby, Best Puppy, Best Junior and Best Veteran in Show are held at the end of the show day, after the end of the examination in the rings.

There are also competitions such as:

▪ Best pair of show - a male and a female of the same breed, belonging to the same owner, participate,

▪ The best kennel - three or four dogs are participating, born in the same kennel, having the same prefix,

▪ Best sire - a dog (male/female) and three or four of its offspring participate.

Dogs that have participated in the exhibition and received a rating of at least “very good” are allowed to participate in such competitions.

When registering a dog for an exhibition, you can also register a child/teenager with a dog for the “Child and Dog” and “Young Handler Competition” competitions. At All-Russian and International exhibitions, in order for a child/teenager to participate in these competitions, he must have a diploma of completion of such courses at any canine club.

I have been participating in dog shows for a long time... more precisely, for a very long time - more than 30 years. I participate as a dog owner, as a handler, as an employee of the ring crew, and even as an exhibition organizer. And that’s why they periodically turn to me with the question “What should I do?”... In the end, I became too lazy to tell the same thing over and over again and I decided that it was easier to write once and then give it to everyone who asks me questions about the exhibition to read.

Initially, the article “How to prepare a dog for an International Exhibition” was conceived, but then I thought that an international exhibition differs from all others only in the amount of the exhibition fee, the number of participating dogs (and this is not always the case - there are very small international exhibitions and very large regional ones) and a title that can be obtained there under a good combination of all circumstances. But you may not get it... As for preparation, it is no different; a good owner prepares a dog for a local city show no less carefully than for the World Championship. Again, usually those who want to participate in large international exhibitions already have some experience in participating in smaller exhibitions and the question “What to do?” is not relevant for them - they have already been there and know what is there and how...

So – my answer to everyone asking “What to do if you want to take part in an exhibition with your dog?”

1. There was a desire to participate in a dog show. I couldn't suppress the desire.

2. Find out the standard for the breed your dog belongs to and read it very carefully, especially in the part that describes shortcomings and disqualifying defects. And then you examine and feel your dog no less carefully. If you find a flaw or vice, you weigh the degree of your own masochism (will losing make you happy?) and your inclination to adventure (I’ve seen a World Champion with disqualifying vices, but you shouldn’t hope that the same will happen to you). Of course, it is possible to take part in a dog show with a dog that has defects, but most likely it will just be a waste of money, a fruitless waste of time, effort and nerves...

If you really want to participate, you can consider the option of purchasing a second dog or look for friends who have a suitable dog, but do not have the desire to participate in exhibitions.

In the end, you can participate in the exhibition not only as a dog owner, there are also a lot of different participants.

3. Decide for yourself why you need this. Options:

• You believe that your dog should participate in breeding and want to get offspring from it. Outbred offspring do not suit you (why get noble puppies from a purebred dog?), and in order for your dog’s offspring to have documents, you need to obtain a so-called “divorce assessment” for the dog. But you can only get it at an exhibition, and not just any exhibition, but a certificate one.
• You need to advertise your dog as a producer. If you have a male, then the more, more often and more successfully you show him, the more likely it is that the owners of bitches will notice him and one of them will choose your “boy” as a groom. The bitch owners choose, so the bitch will be mated even if she is not a star at all, while even a super-star male may be left without offspring.
• You are vain and you like to win. One way to satisfy your vanity is to win with your dog. Of course, no one, or almost no one, likes losing (there are not many masochists), but there are people who live quietly without winning. Or winning in other areas of activity.
• You lack adrenaline and bright emotions in life.
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• You like it when people admire you and give you compliments.
• You really like the breed and you want as many people as possible to share your enthusiasm with you - it is very good to popularize the breed at the exhibition; people often come there who want a dog, but have not yet decided which one.
• You need to get a description of this particular expert.
• You want to receive prizes, rosettes (it’s also very nice to hang them on the walls and then tell your friends with casual pride - “We all won!”), cups, medals...
• You like to travel, but your family is not very happy about it - a dog show is a great excuse to travel to different cities and countries.

6. Look for (through your club, by asking your friends, on the Internet) a handler who ideally specializes in your breed (or has shown it at least once), or a ring training group.

A handler is the one who will teach your dog to show itself and lead it around the ring. You can do it yourself, but first it’s better to trust a professional.

Pay attention to the fact that during training the handler teaches not only your dog how to stand, move and show himself correctly, but also you - handlers are also living people, they may get sick, not be able to go to the exhibition you need, etc. . Again - you might like it... again - saving money.

If you have a choice, then, in my opinion, it is better to prefer group classes: firstly, your dog will get used to showing himself not in splendid isolation (you will not be alone at the exhibition), and, secondly, you yourself will get to know the same beginners , like you - “it’s more interesting to be afraid together” (C) - as they said in some animated film.

7. Before the exhibition (no less than a month, no more than a year in advance), the dog must be vaccinated... Firstly, you simply will not be allowed to participate in the exhibition without a mark in the veterinary passport, and, secondly, you will not Do you want your dog to pick up some kind of infection at an exhibition and, after a well-deserved victory, you treat the winner for a long time and persistently... And with such a crowd of dogs (nowadays there are rare exhibitions where there are less than 400 dogs of different breeds), infections are inevitable.

8. Find a groomer who specializes in your dog breed (or at least a group of breeds). The groomer is the one who will prepare the hair (or skin) of your dog. There is no breed of dog that does not need to be prepared for an exhibition. Even hairless breeds need some touching up, cleaning, oiling, etc. And since most dog breeds are still covered with hair, you cannot do without the services of a groomer.

A groomer is a dog hairdresser; he will not only prepare your dog for the show, but at the same time give you a lot of useful advice about grooming. Perhaps, over time, you will be able to do without the services of a groomer (especially if you have a hairless or smooth-haired dog, however, in many long-haired breeds, such as malamutes, huskies, collies, grooming is quite easy), but in the beginning, as in the case of a handler , it is better to trust a professional. A bad hairstyle can disfigure even a very beautiful dog beyond recognition. It is also better to trim the nails in advance (what if something goes wrong - you don’t want the dog to go lame in the ring?!), as well as to clean the ears and teeth.

The dog at the show must be clean - the expert touches several hundred dogs with his hands, and there is no place to wash his hands in the ring; at best, the expert wipes them with a damp cloth. What do you think, all other things being equal, which dog would you like more - a clean, combed, smelling of shampoo or one that stinks (well, if it’s a dog) and when you touch it, blackness remains on your hands?! There are breeds, especially wire-haired ones, that are not recommended to be washed before the show itself (so that the coat does not become soft and plump), but even they should be washed 3-4 days before... In addition, now there are so many different dog cosmetics that even the softest the wool can be made the toughest. Even smooth-haired dogs need some coat care....

9. To participate in the exhibition, you will also need to buy a show ring. The ring is what you or the handler will use to lead the dog around the ring. The handler will tell you about the traditions of exhibiting your particular breed and what kind of show ring your dog needs... Or you can carefully look at photographs from exhibitions.

The show ring can be the same color as the dog, or it can be the same color as your suit (or the handler’s suit). Perhaps your handler has his own favorite ring, so you won’t have to buy it the first time... But in the future it’s better to buy your own. The show ring should be strong, reliable (it’s not very pleasant to catch a dog in the ring! Or even throughout the entire show...), comfortable in the hand, with a good lock. A show coat can be purchased at any pet store, sometimes at a club or directly at an exhibition. It’s better to do this in advance - you need to practice, get used to it, understand that the ringovka was chosen poorly, put it in the box with dog gadgets - I’m sure there are already a lot of such things - buy a new ringovka...

If you know dog lovers, you can borrow a ring from them (also in advance) - during the selection process, each handler accumulates a lot of rings, and what didn’t suit him may well suit you (for the first time), and then, if decide to go to exhibitions, buy your own (and, most likely, more than one).

10. If the dog is being shown by a handler, you can go to the show in whatever you want (although you will probably look weird in an evening dress... You shouldn’t go in a robe either). If you decide to exhibit yourself, you should think about a costume. You should be comfortable, and the dog should look most advantageous against your background. Ideally, you put on the designed costume and put the dog in the chosen ring in a stand in front of the mirror. And see if you like what you see.

Women can also exhibit some breeds (decorative) in skirts (not minis! That is, you can, of course, wear minis, but you’re unlikely to want to amuse the audience...). A dog usually doesn’t look very good against the backdrop of bare legs... (it’s also better for men not to go into the ring in shorts). And besides, you have to move a lot in the ring, and with a small dog, squatting or even kneeling - I don’t think you will be comfortable doing this in a miniskirt. And choose shoes in which you are able to run for a long time, and simply - you will have to spend several hours (sometimes the whole day) on your feet.

11. On the eve of the exhibition, collect everything that you think may be useful to you (in the morning on the day of the exhibition, you may be nervous and forget something, without which you will not be as comfortable at the exhibition as you could be...)

• Documents: veterinary passport and a copy of the pedigree (just in case), a receipt from the club that you paid for the exhibition.
• For the dog: a ring, a bowl for water, bottled water (especially if the exhibition is not in your city - unfamiliar water causes diarrhea much more often than unfamiliar food - you don’t want to run around with a diarrhea dog on a trip), treats, a toy, boxing (or crate), combs and everything you need for grooming (it’s better to take scissors and even a nail clipper with you - you never know!) If the puppy is very small (in the baby or puppy class), then it’s better to take food for him with you - an adult dog feeds 2 times a day, morning and evening, so it is not necessary to take food for it.
• For yourself: you don’t have to take anything. But it’s more convenient not to stand all day at the exhibition, but to sit, so it’s worth taking a folding chair (if the exhibition is not in the hall - sometimes there are seats there), an umbrella - both from the rain and from the sun (again, if the exhibition is outside). You don’t have to take food and drink for yourself - both food and drink are almost always sold at exhibitions.
• For troubleshooting: a few empty bags and napkins or toilet paper to clean up after your dog; wet wipes - sometimes you have to be at the exhibition all day.... In addition, I take with me iodine, a bandage, a plaster, a solution of hydrogen peroxide or miramistin - anything can happen at the exhibition: a dog can damage its paw, it can attacked by another dog, etc. Well, everything that I usually take with me...

It’s better not to take children to the first exhibition: firstly, you won’t have time to keep an eye on them (and dogs are a source of increased danger!), and secondly, they usually get very upset if they lose... Then, when you Once you get used to the exhibitions, you can bring your children there too - perhaps they will like it so much that they will also want to participate - competitions are held “child and dog”, “young handlers”...

In some breeds, double handling can be used - when one person leads the dog around the ring, and another behind the ring attracts its attention - calling, playing with a favorite toy, squeaking with a squeaker. Your handler will tell you about this. I would not advise training a dog to exhibit like this: firstly, not all experts like it; secondly, the person behind the ring disturbs the spectators and exhibitors (imagine when there are 10-15 dogs in the ring and, accordingly, the same number of assistants around the ring - running, screaming, squeaking with toys...); thirdly, the second person is not always at hand (and the dog is already accustomed to exhibiting himself this way!). In the end, you can react to a squeaker outside the ring without any preparation, and it’s not always possible to exhibit without it... But just in case, for the first exhibition it’s worth taking a toy or something for which your dog will “sell his homeland”...

13. Find out the exhibition schedule in advance. It’s better to arrive a little earlier than your breed is on schedule... It’s better to calmly arrive, calmly register, find your ring, settle down, prepare the dog and wait, than run, wait for transport (which will definitely be late that day!), stand , nervous, in a traffic jam, in a hurry, worried about the queue for registration, frantically looking for your ring... and being late. Latecomers will not be allowed to take part in the examination and no one will return your money... Although very rare, there are exhibitions that take place strictly on schedule, but sometimes the rings are delayed for several hours!

14. Arriving at the exhibition, the first thing you must do is find a table where Registration and Veterinary Control is written. Usually it is near the entrance, but it can be in the center of the hall or in the most beautiful tent (if the exhibition is held outdoors.). There you show your veterinary passport and a receipt stating that you paid for participation in the exhibition, and if everything is in order, you will be given a participant number (most often it is self-adhesive, but just in case, you should take a safety pin or clothespin with you, perhaps a badge with with a picture of your breed (in addition, glue from clothes does not wash off very well). The number must be attached to the handler’s clothing before entering the ring. The number is attached to the arm, chest, pocket, some (young and extravagant) to the thigh or leg - rules on this count is not, it is important that the number is visible to the expert during exposure.

You will also be given a catalog - everything that concerns this exhibition is written in it: all the rules, which breed is exhibited in which ring, the schedule of the rings, which experts judge which breed, which competitions will be held at the exhibition and who will participate in them, which ones will be demonstration performances... In addition, the catalog contains all the exhibition participants - you can see in advance who your competitors are. Perhaps you are interested in some other dogs - from the catalog you will find out where and at what time you can look at them. Sometimes during registration they are given a “participant bag” - with small gifts from the exhibition sponsors, food samples and promotional materials.

15. While on the exhibition grounds, the dog must be on a secure leash; large breeds must be muzzled. Both participants will be disqualified for fighting at the exhibition. I think you paid money for the wrong reasons, prepared, trained, traveled to fight and go home. In addition, it is unlikely that a sane owner of even one dog would dream of his dog attacking someone or causing harm - but at the exhibition there are many unfamiliar dogs, many spectators, children and a very nervous atmosphere, the dogs feel the nervousness of the owners...

No one can force you to put a muzzle on your dog (if it is not accustomed to it, has never worn it and is actively resisting, then it is better, of course, not to put it on, so as not to increase the already very considerable stress), but it is more convenient and simpler if it will. Even if you have a very well-mannered dog, you shouldn’t let it go for a walk on the exhibition grounds... You can take a walk before and after (if you have the strength).

16. It’s better to solve toilet problems before the show... Walk the dog properly just before the ring - it has a responsible performance ahead of it and it’s better if nothing distracts it... And you don’t need the embarrassment of a pile or puddle in the ring (not to mention already about how the expert and the ring crew will react to this). At some exhibitions (in Russia, unfortunately, rarely) they organize special dog toilets...

17. Pay close attention to the ring manager and what is going on there. The manager will call you (by number) and the most culminating moment of participation in the exhibition will come - the time to enter the ring! You (or your handler) enter the ring with the dog, the expert examines it, describes it and gives a score. Then compares it to other dogs of the same gender and class as your dog. The four best dogs are ranked with a score of at least “Very Good”. Dogs are compared by class, separately males and separately females. The Best Baby Bitch and the Best Baby Male are selected from the baby, then they are compared with each other and the Best Baby of the Breed is selected. Also for puppies, juniors and veterans.

Next come the “adult” classes - intermediate, open, working, champions. In each class, a class winner is selected separately for females and separately for males. Then all the bitches (except puppies and babies) are compared, and one of them becomes the Best Bitch of the Breed. Same for males. Then the Best Junior, Best Bitch, Best Male and Best Veteran (if any) are compared for Best Representative of Breed (BOB). All this is described in the catalog, which will be given to you at the time of registration at the exhibition and passing veterinary control.

18. If your dog received a rating higher than “satisfactory”, then everything is fine with you, and if you liked it, you can exhibit again... Although I have seen dogs - champions of everything possible, who also had a couple of “disqualifications” under their belts. . The fact is that experts are all very different, and what in the eyes of one is very beautiful, healthy and cool, another may consider ugliness. In addition, the expert’s opinion is influenced by a huge number of little things (you should never forget that the expert is also a person and he may not get enough sleep, be in a bad mood, not like a certain color or style - and today you wore just such a suit etc.) Of course, ideally this shouldn’t happen, but it does exist and there’s no getting around it...

You cannot categorically argue with an expert in the ring: firstly, you and your dog may be disqualified for this, and secondly, the expert is in any case more of a pro than you, and even if you disagree with his opinion, this does not mean that you are right, and not he or she... Even if you are right, no one will be better off from arguing with an expert!

19. If your dog has become Best Baby, Puppy, Junior or Best Representative of its breed, you will have to participate in BESTS... BESTS are usually held after the end of all breed rings, i.e. in the evening, at 18-19, etc. This is written in the catalogue. Be guided by time - if you showed up in the morning, it makes sense for you to go home to rest (and let the dog rest). If there are a couple of hours before the BEST, it is better to be at the exhibition (in case they start exactly on schedule - rarely, but it happens!). The dog must be prepared for the BEST in the same way as for the breed ring and even more carefully - you will have to compete with the Best Representatives of other breeds.

20. Competitions are usually held before BESTS. Perhaps your breeder will invite you to participate - do not refuse - this is an unnecessary experience for both you and your dog. In some cases, you can participate without your breeder (for example, in the Pride of Russia competition - if you have a dog of a domestic breed). In addition to experience, participation in a competition is an opportunity to once again advertise yourself and “get noticed.” Perhaps someone could not watch your breed ring, but will look for you just at competitions...
Only dogs included in the catalog, pre-registered for the competition and received a rating of at least “very good” can participate in all competitions. You will be told about competitions during registration in the club.

21. After the competitions, it’s time for BESTS. (or BISov)...

BEST Baby - all dogs that received the title of Best Baby of the breed are compared with each other. The four Best Baby Shows are ranked from first to fourth. They are usually given prizes, rosettes, medals, etc.

Similarly, BESTS of puppies, juniors and veterans. By the way, if your dog became the Best Junior of its breed, and then the Best Representative, then you go to both the BEST Juniors and the BEST Groups.

When the Best Baby, Best Puppy, Best Junior, and Best Veteran are chosen, it’s time for group BESTS.

In the FCI (ICF) system, all dog breeds are divided into. The best representatives of each breed of the corresponding group come out and are compared with each other. In each group, a ranking is carried out from first to fourth place (they are usually also given prizes, rosettes, etc.), and the best dog in each group participates in the so-called general BEST or Best of Best. The Best Dog in Show is selected from the 10 group winners.

22. This is where the exhibition usually ends - you can go home. You took part in a dog show!

Good luck at the exhibitions!

Every owner who has a dog dreams that someday he and his pet will visit a special exhibition. But a bad owner is one who would not dream of making a champion out of his four-legged friend. Let's figure out how dog shows are held.

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What kind of event is a dog show?

Usually owners of purebred dogs participate in such events. Many dog ​​owners think that at such events, dogs compete to see who can best follow commands. This is not true at all. They evaluate the appearance of the pet and its individual body parts. Pets of any breed and age can attend such exhibitions.

Basic information

The main focus of such events is the selection of the best dogs for further breeding. Many owners believe that if they purchased a puppy from an elite nursery, it will definitely become a champion. Genes, of course, matter, but the owner must devote most of his energy to proper nutrition, maintenance and upbringing of his puppy. In total, all this will give excellent results with which you can conquer the top of the pedestals. We offer you to see how standard dog exhibitions take place.

Throughout the event, various titles and ranks are awarded. In the future, all these rewards will help sell puppies from females much easier and faster. And the male will become one of the best producers. The exhibition is a selection of the best. At the same time, pets are given ratings.

They are influenced by the following criteria:

• presence of deficiencies;
• minor vices;
• disqualifying defects.

Exhibition ranks

Such competitions have the following ranks:

1. Only those dog breeds that are officially recognized by the International Cynological Federation participate here.
2. CAC. This rank includes breeds that are recognized by the International Cynological Federation and the Russian Cynological Federation.
3. Specialty exhibitions. Conducted by the National Breed Club and the Russian Cynological Federation.

CAC ranks and specialty competitions have their own separate subgroups.

The CAC rank is divided into the following types:

1. CAC ChRKF - All-Russian. On it, a pet can take first place and receive the title of RKF Champion or a certificate of Champion of any federation.
2. SAS Black Sea Fleet - All-Russian. You can get first place and the title of Champion or a federation candidate certificate.
3. CAC KChF – regional. Here you can obtain a candidate certificate from one of the federations.

The specialty show is divided into the following ranks:

1. Club champion. This national event takes place only once a year. At such an event, certificates of ChNKP, CHRShPS, KChK, and SS are issued.
2. Club winner. This exhibition takes place between regions. On it you can get a certificate of PC, KChK, SS.
3. Candidate for club champions. This is a regional exhibition. KChK and SS certificates are issued here.

Grades and titles awarded at the exhibition

At each exhibition, dogs are evaluated and placed in classes. In addition, males stand separately from females. Class winners and individuals included in the lineup receive special award certificates. The table shows the main classes, the corresponding age for each group and the names of certificates received.

The following classes exist:

• baby, individuals from 3 to 6 months are allowed;
• puppies their age should be from 6 to 9 months;
• juniors from 9 to 18 months;
• intermediate from 15 to 24 months;
• open;
• worker;
• champion;
• winner;
• NKP champion;
• veteran.

Look in detail at the photo to see how the exhibitions and awarding of winners take place. If you don’t yet have the opportunity to participate in person, you can watch a video dedicated to the exhibition of purebred pets.

Preparation for the exhibition

How to prepare a dog for a show? This question worries every owner who decides to attend such an event with their pet. First of all, remember that an exhibition is a beauty contest where your four-legged pet needs to shine.

Preparing a puppy for an exhibition is carried out as follows:

1. The first thing to do is to accustom the younger generation to be in the company of adult dogs and other people. This will be useful for the baby in the future. It is impossible to cope with such a task in a week. You need to train it gradually. To do this, try to be in crowded places more.
2. Show dogs must be trained to the ring. An event such as an exhibition requires the pet to show its full potential. To do this you need to learn how to stand. The optimal age for training is 2 months. If you can’t master this lesson on your own, you can find a special training video.
3. At exhibitions all over the world, four-legged beauties make only measured and graceful movements. This is what their owners teach them. The ideal age for training is 5-6 months. Participation in such a competition obliges the pet to be the best not only for its owner, but also for those around him.
4. The dog must master trotting. This exercise is used at exhibitions all over the world.

In addition, much attention is paid to the appearance of the dog. It is accepted all over the world that only those pets that are perfect in everything should receive the title.

Basic preparation includes the following manipulations:

1. Grooming. By the day of the exhibition, the owner needs to carefully prepare the pet’s fur. It must be washed using professional products at least 24 hours before the event.
2. Nail trimming. Everything about a dog must be perfect, including its claws. You need to have neatly trimmed claws.
3. If necessary, give your pet a haircut. After all, this is a beauty contest, not an ordinary walk.

Required documents

To participate in the exhibition you must undergo mandatory registration.

Package of documents required for participation:

1. A copy of the pedigree.
2. Participants in the “Puppies” class have the opportunity to register with a copy of the puppy card.
3. Veterinary passport with all necessary marks.
4. Pet health certificate (required by some exhibition organizers).

Remember that the puppy card is exchanged for a pedigree when the pet is under 15 months old. If you did not have time to receive this document, and the age has already approached, then the path to breeding your pet will forever be closed in front of you.

Show regulations (how to prepare a puppy)

All exhibitions held on the territory of the Russian Federation are held according to international standards.

Dogs at the event are divided into the following types:

• shepherds;
• guard and service;
• terriers;
• dachshunds;
• hunting pets for large game;
• hunting pets for small game;
• gun dogs;
• greyhounds;
• indoor and decorative.

Various titles are awarded at exhibitions. It is worth talking in more detail about the titles provided for by the FCI regulations.

On the territory of the Russian Federation in 1998, a certain classification of titles was adopted:

• title of international beauty champion;
• title of reserve candidate for beauty champion;
• title of candidate for national beauty champions;
• Federation champion;
• class winner;
• title of best representative of the breed;
• the best among his group;
• the best pet in the entire exhibition;
• national club champion;
• candidate for national club champions.

Participation in the exhibition

First and foremost, all dog owners need to keep themselves calm. All your excitement is transferred to the pet and then nothing will work out for him.

The following tools must be prepared for the exhibition:

• dog tent;
• a treat and a bag for him;
• number holder;
• ringovka;
• table and chair for grooming;
• tools: combs, scissors, trimmer and much more.

It’s worth talking in detail about the first item on the list – the tent. The dog tent is made of lightweight material and plastic. All this holds moisture well. This tent can be equipped with an additional window made of mesh or polyethylene.

For exhibition events, such tents are simply irreplaceable. In it, the dog will be protected from provocations. When a dog is tired and hungry, you shouldn’t expect results from it. The tent can fit all the dog's belongings.

When you have everything ready, you can safely participate in the championship and take first place. Look at the photo to see what original hairstyles and costumes you can see at such competitions. And all this is not only for the sake of participation, but also to take first place. When the exhibition takes place, do not forget to thank and praise your pet.

Video “How a dog show works”

The video shows an exhibition that took place in 2014.

It is mandatory to take to the exhibition: a veterinary certificate, a water bowl, drinking water for the dog, a treat, a toy; if the dog has long hair and requires grooming, you must take cosmetics and combs with you. These are the basic things and the most necessary.

To obtain veterinary certificate You need to make sure your dog has all its vaccinations. Rabies vaccination is done once a year. If you get vaccinated before its expiration date, then the quarantine period is only two weeks; if it is later than the expiration date, then the quarantine period lasts a month. During quarantine, you cannot obtain any certificate, which means you cannot attend any events where veterinary control is carried out. Also, a condition for obtaining a veterinary certificate is a stamp stating that your dog has been wormed (this stamp is valid for 2 months). It is not necessary to give an anthelmintic to your dog every two months; you can simply get this stamp at the veterinary clinic. Certificates are issued only in government clinics.

When going to the first dog show, dog owners usually take with them a small bag or purse, where they put the things that I tell them about in class. In the future, the backpack increases: it adds sandwiches and drinks for you, chairs, a cage or bed, a grooming table and much, much more... With experience, you will understand what is necessary just for you take when visiting .

• First rule: The dog at the show must be wearing a strong collar and a short leash. The leash should be canvas or any kind of tape, but not tape measure. You can take the tape measure with you so that you can take your dog for a walk on it during breaks between rings outside the exhibition area.
• Rule two: try to keep your dog away from other dogs. No matter how cute that poodle may seem to you, know that even he can show . Any dog ​​can be aggressive, most often when it is poorly looked after by its owners. Never let go of the leash and do not allow your pet to sniff other people's dogs, especially those who sit in cages with muzzles; they can cause no less harm than from dogs without muzzles and sitting outside the cage.
• Rule three: try not to let spectators touch your dog before it has passed the ring. This causes emotions in the dog, some positive - the dog is too overexcited and difficult to control in the ring, others negative - the dog is exhausted or begins to show aggression.

So, you have entered the exhibition space, and I meet you at the entrance. Place the certificate in advance in the most easily accessible pocket (but make sure it does not get lost) so that you can easily present it at the veterinary control.

The first thing we do is we go through veterinary control. Most often it is located at the very entrance to the exhibition space, and people in bathrobes are hard to miss. Sometimes doctors check the microchip or stamp, and sometimes they don’t even look at the certificate. You are given a small piece of paper on which your exhibition number will be written in the future, so if you visit two exhibitions on the same day, be sure to mention this at the veterinary control.

The next point we are heading to is registration desk. There you are received by the organizers of the exhibition, you name the breed of your dog, the class in which it is registered, say whether you have a female or a male and the full name according to the pedigree. When registering in a special catalogue, your presence is noted, they check whether there are any outstanding payments, if there is any, you pay, you are assigned an individual number. Naturally, it should never be lost and should not be removed far; it is necessary throughout the entire exhibition.

After going through the organizational stages, you head to your ring, I will tell you this in advance, and make yourself as comfortable as possible there.

You cannot feed your dog before the show. Although these are the individual characteristics of each dog: some are toy-oriented, others are treat-oriented.

You should arrive at the exhibition an hour before the scheduled ring time. During this hour you will have time to register, walk the dog again, find a place at the ring, if the dog requires simple grooming, then brush it, and I will have time to do a training, warm-up lap before entering the ring. The exception is dogs that require complex and lengthy grooming; if you have just such a pet, then the time of arrival at the exhibition must be discussed with the groomer in advance.

Since besides you I’m probably exhibiting someone else’s dog, it would be ideal for me if further When you come to the exhibition, you will independently go through the stages of registration, position yourself at the ring and after that, if we have not accidentally crossed paths yet, call me and let me know that you are located “there”. This will be ideal, at least because at the time of your arrival I may be busy with another dog and simply won’t have time to meet you and take you everywhere.

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