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What Happens At A Show
Exhibiting Events range from informal local competitions, to open shows for all breeds, to exclusive Labrador championships. Each has its own rules, but all follow similar requirements so in the end to find a truly outstanding dog. Shows can provide a very rewarding day for owners and dogs alike. |
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For show presentation your dog must learn the appropriate stand. Train it from an early age to stand on command with its tail out, legs straight and head held high. During judges examination of the dog, you should interfere as little as possible, but you may encourage correct posture through eye contact. | |
| When called, enter the ring and set your Labrador in its "show stance". The judge will examine the body in detail to see how closely it comes to the close to the breed standard. Your dog's temperament is being noted too, any nervousness, resistance, or aggression will be viewed unfavorably. |
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The judge will ask for each dog to be walked around the ring, to appraise its movement. Dogs should "gait" with confidence and a graceful manner. Symmetry between dog and handler is also important. Some Labradors are natural show-offs and love parading in the ring. | |
| After each dog goes around the ring, a short list of five or six dogs are chosen and re-inspected, which means looked over again. The judge will then place the finalists in order of merit, awarding ribbons for first, second and third place. |
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Winning dogs will have the physical attributes of a champion dog along with a "star" personality. It is a tremendous achievement if your Labrador has captured a prize. yet ideal looks and show style are not the sole criteria of an outstanding dog, any dog in wonderful health and with a fine temperament is just as much a winner. | |
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