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ALL ABOUT SHOWING DOGS

by David Cavill

Published by Pelham Books. 1989

Fine condition in a nearly fine dustwrapper. 'All About' Series. Green boards, gilt title to spine. B/w photos.

ISBN: 072071480X
Stock no. 627024

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Contents

  • Preface
  • Introduction
  • 1 Background to Dog Shows and Showing Dogs
  • The earliest shows
  • The Kennel Club
  • Development of shows in the UK
  • Crufts
  • Show structure
  • 2 The Exhibitor
  • Show dogs and their training
  • Qualities required of the exhibitor
  • Preparation for exhibition
  • Schedules, entry forms and passes
  • At the show
  • 3 The Show Management
  • The general canine society
  • Club structure and procedures
  • Successful show management and public relations
  • Appointing judges
  • Secretarial duties
  • The schedule and catalogue
  • Before the show
  • Complaints
  • Stewards and stewarding
  • On the day
  • Trade stands
  • After the show
  • Training classes and seminars
  • 4 Judging
  • Becoming a judge
  • Judging procedure
  • Myths and legends
  • Records and reports
  • 5 Records
  • Importance of accurate records
  • Wins, prize cards, certificates, cups and trophies
  • Breed clubs and breed literature
  • Role of the canine press
  • Appendix: List of Recognized Breeds
  • Glossary
  • Useful addresses
  • Bibliography
  • Index

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