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A Beginners Guide To Dog Shows The AKC offers a wide variety of resources to assist everyone from the first-time puppy buyer to the experienced dog fancier. Many publications are free, including the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. All exhibitors are required to be familiar with these rules prior to entering a dog show. ~Read More~ |
Understanding AKC Points You have just won your first Winners Class at a dog show. All your hard work has finally paid off, you're ecstatic...your dog is excited...but now comes the hard part. How many points did Blaze actually earn?? Here is a quick and easy guide to calculating points that doesn't require an advanced degree in mathematics. ~Read More~ |
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Licensed Superintendents According to the AKC Web Site: To superintend events held under American Kennel Club rules, an individual must hold a license from AKC. The following is a list of Licensed Superintendents who send out information regarding upcoming shows for which they are responsible. You may wish to contact the Superintendents and request to be placed on their mailing lists. Below is a list of all AKC licensed superintendents and contact information for each: ~Read More~ |
Juniors Information The American Kennel Club licenses dogs shows (competitive exhibitions in which dogs are judged in accordance with an established standard of perfection for each breed) that test and evaluate the form and function of purebred dogs. In addition, at some shows the AKC offers classes which evaluate the abilities of the participant on the other end of the lead, the young handler. AKC Junior Showmanship classes offer youngsters the opportunity to: 1. Develop their handling skills 2. Learn about good sportsmanship 3. Learn about dogs and dog shows. ~Read More~ |



