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	<description>Everything you need to know about dog show, dog agility, dog agility equipment, dog show supplies, dog agility training equipment,dog agility courses, national dog show, westminster dog show, eukanuba dog show and how to start training a dog for agility</description>
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		<title>Dog Show Rosettes - Award Ribbons</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 09:25:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason Andrea</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Dog show rosettes are coveted to get by many dog owners who register their dogs to a particular dog show. Of course not the ribbon itself is expected. Yet, the dog show rosettes identify the best award given by the show to the champion.
Flat Ribbons
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow02.jpg" alt="Dog Show Rosettes" align="right" width="187" height="284" />Dog show rosettes are coveted to get by many dog owners who register their dogs to a particular dog show. Of course not the ribbon itself is expected. Yet, the dog show rosettes identify the best award given by the show to the champion.</p>
<p><strong>Flat Ribbons</strong></p>
<p>Of course all of us want dog show rosettes, yet, there are also flat ribbons. Flat ribbons are the least expensive prizes gotten by dog which participating in a dog show. Getting this kind of ribbon is not a highly exciting thing. Yet, it is the first time for you to join your dog to a dog show. That first award for the earliest show is much better got than getting nothing at all.</p>
<p><strong>Peak Top Ribbons</strong></p>
<p>A peak-top ribbon is the other kind of dog show rosettes. A peak-top ribbon is a flat ribbon with a sharp ending. A hole punched in it has been had by the end and a silk string drawn throughout the hole. Peak top ribbons are cheap and easy to print on in gold stamped letters and graphics.</p>
<p>One out of many variations on the peak top ribbon is the peak overlay, where a broader ribbon is combined to a narrower ribbon in a different color. The ribbon provides the notion that the letters are cut out and showing from underneath when the ink of the print is the similar color as the slightly broader ribbon.</p>
<p><strong>Badge Ribbons</strong></p>
<p>Badge ribbons are flat printed ribbons suitable in badge size. Only a few of the people wear badge ribbons. These ribbons are usually used for dog show hosts, judges, and presenters. The ribbon is meant much as a name tag or identifying characteristic than a prize ribbon.</p>
<p><strong>Dog Show Rosettes</strong></p>
<p>Satin dog show rosettes signify the crowning glory of award ribbon art. Rosettes are generally hand made of beaded edge satin in any color, and printed in gold. Dog show rosettes appear with anywhere from one to three ribbons. For something dissimilar, try out with using two diverse colored satin ribbons for the rosette and streamers.</p>
<p><strong>Modified Dog Show Rosettes</strong></p>
<p>With specialty ribbons, your rosettes truly become something single. Think about making your next dog show rosette out or striped ribbon, rainbow ribbon, or glitter edged ribbon for a really unusual appearance.</p>
<p>In conclusion, the above article could provide us detail information about dog show rosettes. Having understood the types of the prize ribbons, be sure to prepare your dog for achieving the best dog show rosettes.</p>
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		<title>Dog Show Names Recorded in History Books</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:16:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason Andrea</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many dog show names all over the world. Some of them are Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, Newcastle Dog Show, and many others. If you have planned to spend your vacation to attend or join in a dog show, maybe some dog show names below could help you finding the most suitable place [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow06.jpg" alt="Dog Show Names" width="187" height="179" align="right" />There are many dog show names all over the world. Some of them are Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, Newcastle Dog Show, and many others. If you have planned to spend your vacation to attend or join in a dog show, maybe some dog show names below could help you finding the most suitable place to visit.</p>
<p><strong>Westminster Kennel Club dog show</strong></p>
<p>The first out of many dog show names recorded is the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, first held in 1877, is the most prestigious dog show in the United States. It is also one of the most prominent stages for pedigree dogs in the sport. The first show actually held at the Gilmore Gardens which is the site of the New York Life Building now. The first dog show was filled with over 1200 dogs.</p>
<p>There are a lot of other prominent and popular dog show names worldwide that I would suggest, for not only the show dog owner, but also the fans who present to dog shows. Go online and browse &#8220;famous dog show names&#8221; to find the various kinds dog shows to plant to visit for the very first time.</p>
<p><strong>Newcastle Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>Newcastle Dog Show is one among many other dog show names all over the world. The name of this dog show has English roots that return hundreds of years. At that time dogs were exploited, almost totally, to herd sheep and hunt.</p>
<p>Pubs and clubs across England were holding informal dog shows before the first official show held in 1859. Newcastle, England was arranged by a committee of local hunters to hold the show. Almost totally pointers and setters were used by the local hunters, so that is what made up the first official show. In this earliest show there were only three judges compared to the hoards of judges that wander the floors of Madison Square Garden today.</p>
<p><strong>Birmingham National Dog Show, England</strong></p>
<p>In England there are some of dog show names too, one of them is Birmingham National Dog Show. At that year, the next dog show was presented in Birmingham, England. This is the dog show where spaniels were permitted to join for the first time. There were 80 dogs in 14 different classes joining the show.</p>
<p>In 1860, for the first time basset hounds were welcomed to join the Birmingham show and they were the champions of the show. Today the basset hound keeps on being the most famous breed of dog at dog shows worldwide. Now in the history books you could find the name of this dog show as the world&#8217;s oldest surviving dog show in the world.</p>
<p><strong>New Westminster Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>In the United States there are some popular dog show names. The oldest surviving dog show in the country is New Westminster Dog Show. The world&#8217;s largest named dog show is presently held in Madison Square Garden annually and televised nationally. In 1876 at the Westminster Hotel in New York City the earliest show was held. This show is the oldest sporting event in America, with the exception of the Kentucky Derby which started two years earlier.</p>
<p>Several times I have thought of upcoming dog show names for my dogs while joining a famous dog show. Then I could also admire the beauty and discipline of the animal.</p>
<p>There are many famous dog show names all over the world. In fact, there are many ways in spending your holiday time. If you want to spend your vacation enjoy having fun with your dogs, you could join in dog shows above. Hopefully the information above could give you some insights about various kind of worldwide dog show to join in. For more information, please check out links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>Dog Agility A-Frame - A Challengeable Training to Do</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:11:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dog agility a-frame is one of dog agility equipment. The equipment is great for training dogs to join dog show competitions. It is a challenge to the dog handler or dog trainer to train a dog passing through dog agility a-frame. It is so since naturally dog doesn&#8217;t like steep, slick surface. The following article [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow01.jpg" alt="Dog Agility A-Frame" align="right" width="187" height="284" />Dog agility a-frame is one of dog agility equipment. The equipment is great for training dogs to join dog show competitions. It is a challenge to the dog handler or dog trainer to train a dog passing through dog agility a-frame. It is so since naturally dog doesn&#8217;t like steep, slick surface. The following article could help you training your dog in passing through the device easily.</p>
<p>A dog agility a-frame is a main device in each dog agility show. This is a peaked ramp, formed like an &#8220;A.&#8221; In a show, the dog runs up one part of the ramp and down the other. The contact point has to be touched by a dog on the back side of the ramp before going on to the next obstacle. </p>
<p>The a-frame in competition is in contradiction to a dog&#8217;s natural preference to keep away from steep, slippery surfaces. A length of usual ramp is 7 feet on every side and 30 inches on its wide. </p>
<p><strong>How to Train The Dog On The Agility A-Frame</strong></p>
<p>In training your dog to pass through the dog agility a-frame, you could ask for further advice from the professional one. Yet, if you couldn&#8217;t do that, you could also train him by yourself. In training your dog by yourself, be sure to choose the most appropriate time. Then treating your dog with foods or his favorite toys is also needed to persuade him passing through the device.</p>
<p>Start your dog out on the down slope of the dog agility a-frame, just a bit above ground level. Persuade the dog to run down the ramp, and give the dog reward at the bottom. Repeat it many times, until your dog feels completely comfy running down the low end of the dog agility a-frame. Your dog should think of the dog agility a-frame as a toy by the time you finish this stage of the exercise, and the dog should enjoy working with it. </p>
<p>Next, put the dog near the top of the downhill area of the a-frame, and begin the support process anymore. Prize the dog only when it walks down the dog agility a-frame. Don&#8217;t prize the dog if it leaps off the top of the frame. </p>
<p>After that, put the dog at the peak of the a-frame. Maintain the routine of encouragement, and prize your dog if it runs down the downhill side of the a-frame.</p>
<p>Move to the uphill side of the frame and begin training from that end when your dog is relaxed passing down the downhill side of the dog agility a-frame. Now, it is the time to start the dog close to the top of the a-frame on the upside, within sight of the peak. </p>
<p>Hopefully this article could give you an insight on how to train your dog using the dog agility a-frame. You can find further tips in training your dog passing through the device by asking advice from a professional, browse the methods on the internet and read the given information in a pet magazine. If you need more information, please explore links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show - One of the Most Popular Shows on Earth</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 09:06:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is one of the most popular dog shows on earth. The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show takes places in New York City in the Madison Square Gardens annually. At the contest dogs from all over the world are taken to compete and the American Kennel Club prepares for the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow05.jpg" alt="Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show" align="right" width="187" height="284" />The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is one of the most popular dog shows on earth. The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show takes places in New York City in the Madison Square Gardens annually. At the contest dogs from all over the world are taken to compete and the American Kennel Club prepares for the judges. </p>
<p>A conformation dog show is a show in which professional judges evaluate dogs in accordance to how well they match to their specific breed standards. These shows are often associated with specific kennel clubs, for example the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The shows are also the most known dog shows in the world due to their prestige and media coverage. </p>
<p>Obstacle courses and agility shows are much more exciting. Yet, much more money is involved for breeds and owners alike in conformation shows. The initial conformation show was presented about 150 years ago in England. Since then many new regulations, standards and even breeds have been added to the mix. </p>
<p><strong>Teaching New Dogs Old Tricks</strong></p>
<p>The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was genuinely created for setters and pointers and was designated by a group of hunters who commonly came together at the Westminster Hotel in Manhattan. The Westminster Kennel Club was created with the major reason to have a dog show. By time the dog show didn&#8217;t only center on hunting dogs and tremendous other breeds were permitted to compete at the Westminster dog show. </p>
<p>The Westminster Kennel Club was the first club admitted into the AKC. The AKC itself was founded on 1884. The AKC is one of the important record-keeping agencies, and bloodlines and ancestral trees also play a huge role in how the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show runs. </p>
<p>The first shows of The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show focused on working dogs. The contemporary shows are more attracted in the aesthetic qualities of the animals, their coloring, posture, grooming and other physical criteria. The show lasts for two days and televised for two-hour format. It is very conducive to television exposure. There are more than 2500 dogs from more than 150 breeds participate annually.</p>
<p>The American Kennel Club only admits particular dog breeds. A lot of less important breeds admitted by other worldwide associations are not included in their records. To compete in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, dogs must be registered with the AKC. Nevertheless, novel breeds are added occasionally, permitting for the art of breeding, and the construction and preservation of lesser breeds, to keep on. </p>
<p>The participants must also already be winning champions for their breeds. This requirement started in 1992 to limit entry numbers. Nearly all dogs are handled by expert dog handlers in the ring, although this practice is not compulsory. The breeder or owner is permitted to show his or her own dog. Yet, usually skillful handlers have the better methods needed to show up every dog&#8217;s individual strengths.</p>
<p>Any prominent information related to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is given by the article above. From the information we could understand that the show is very popular and get many participants. It is so since the prize of the competition is also very enormous for breeding. If you need more information, please explore links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>Portable Agility Dog Teeter - Some Considerations to Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 08:54:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Portable agility dog teeter is one kind of dog agility courses to use in training your dogs. Since it is portable, the portable agility dog teeter could be brought and used for training anytime, anywhere. Thus, training your dog for reaching best agility is no longer difficult since the existence of the device. In getting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow09.jpg" alt="Portable Agility Dog Teeter" align="right" width="187" height="284" />Portable agility dog teeter is one kind of dog agility courses to use in training your dogs. Since it is portable, the portable agility dog teeter could be brought and used for training anytime, anywhere. Thus, training your dog for reaching best agility is no longer difficult since the existence of the device. In getting a few guidelines about the portable agility dog teeter, read the following article.</p>
<p>A collar and lead is used by the handler at lower level shows and with young dog to guide the dog over the portable agility dog teeter totter and other agility obstacles. It is because the dog obeys the handler&#8217;s removes using the lead and the handler uses vocal commands and body language to instruct the dog. Nearly all dog agility classes are based on timely events. Everyone form competitors, dogs, to the fans watching the show, love watching the dog agility classes.</p>
<p>Some obstacles, for example the A-frame and portable agility dog teeter totter are not easy to maneuver for big breeds. That is why mostly in dog agility classes we find small or medium sized dogs competing. </p>
<p>Asking a professional to train your dog is not always efficient. Maybe you prefer to get closer to your dog. Furthermore, you don&#8217;t have much money to rent for a professional. If this is the problem, you could train your dog for a dog agility show in your own house yard by yourself. To help you training your dog, you could build and use some portable device, such as the portable agility dog teeter.</p>
<p>If you determined to build your own dog agility course at home to use for practice, be sure to use light weight materials. Light-weight materials will not difficult move, carry and store. Yet, don&#8217;t use too fragile material which will break or collapse when your dog is on them. Keep away from exposing instantly to the weather to make the materials last longer. You could also store them somewhere, like a shed or garage to keep those.</p>
<p>There are some guidelines to follow when you are constructing a portable agility dog teeter totter. First, make sure the right size of the portable agility dog teeter totter. A regulation portable agility dog teeter totter should be among ten and twelve feet long. Second, the portable agility dog teeter totter&#8217;s plank needs to pivot on its support. Third, the portable agility dog teeter totter requires to be designed so that when it descends it doesn&#8217;t descend so fast when the dog is jarred off of it.</p>
<p>After you have thought about the place for training and the device needed for training, for example portable agility dog teeter, it is the time for you to train your beloved dog. Be sure to be patient if you train your dog by yourself. If patience is not a part of your behavior, it is better for you to ask for the professional&#8217;s help in easing you to train your dog. For more information, please check out links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>Dog Show Results - The 4-H Dog Show and the Local Fun Dog Shows</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:50:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The desperate moment to wait along the dog competition is dog show results. Dog show results as well as the major prize of the competition are something which encourages many people to train their dog well, groom their dogs and spend much more money for their dogs. The below article show us more about dog [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow01.jpg" alt="Dog Show Results" align="right" width="187" height="284" />The desperate moment to wait along the dog competition is dog show results. Dog show results as well as the major prize of the competition are something which encourages many people to train their dog well, groom their dogs and spend much more money for their dogs. The below article show us more about dog show results.</p>
<p><strong>The 4-H Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>Several people who frequently join dog shows are members of 4-H. They have decided that showing the kin pet is a good manner to pass the summer. A lot of them want to hear the dog show results because they know that the higher they put in a category they stand a better opportunity of collecting a financial premium. </p>
<p>Other people expect to score high enough in the dog show results to meet the criteria for the state 4-H dog show. The idea of the -H dog shows is to train future dog owners in taking care and raising dogs.</p>
<p><strong>Local Fun Dog Shows</strong></p>
<p>Nowadays many people show wonderful enthusiasm in joining to a dog show. That is why recently towns and communities in the United States and European countries put the show as a local festivity or occasion. In the local show, you could easily find your neighbors joining to the dog show only to show the &#8216;little&#8217; good points of their dogs. In this kind of dog show the winning points are not as strict as the national or international dog shows.</p>
<p>A look at the posted dog show results will demonstrate that many of the categories are including hairiest dog, cutest dog, and smallest dog. The atmosphere at these local fun dog shows is in general cheerful.</p>
<p><strong>Breed Promotion</strong></p>
<p>With the exclusion of 4-H dog shows and local fun shows, nearly all dog shows are held with one reason, to encourage and reward dogs exhibiting the best distinctiveness of a breed. The dog&#8217;s value will be increased by an elevated standing in the dog show results. A dog whose puppies will be hunted by future dog owners is a dog with a strong show record. </p>
<p>The above article gives us information about some dog show results in dog show competition. Nearly all dog shows are held with one reason, to encourage and reward dogs exhibiting the best qualified breed. Only 4-H dog shows and local fun shows are held to give fun with a less brief dog show results. If you need more information, please explore links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>AKC Dog Show - The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and the</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:39:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AKC dog show hosts two dog shows in the United States. The first one is The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and the second one is AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. Participating in one of the shows is an expectation of almost all dog owners, especially if it is AKC dog show. Why does it so? Just [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow09.jpg" alt="AKC Dog Show" align="right" width="187" height="284" />AKC dog show hosts two dog shows in the United States. The first one is The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and the second one is AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. Participating in one of the shows is an expectation of almost all dog owners, especially if it is AKC dog show. Why does it so? Just take a look at the article below.</p>
<p><strong>The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>The AKC dog show hosts for The Westminster dog show in New York City in the Madison Square Gardens annually. The Westminster dog show was genuinely created for setters and pointers and was designated by a group of hunters who commonly came together at the Westminster Hotel in Manhattan. The Westminster kennel club was created with the major reason to have a dog show. </p>
<p>Dogs that participate at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog are judged on their conformation. The judges looks for the dog that conformation personifies the whole breed. The dogs won in the earlier classes, at the end of the show dogs, are brought together to fight for the title Best In Show.</p>
<p><strong>AKC/Eukanuba National Championship</strong></p>
<p>The AKC dog show is popular as the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. It is considered as the best dog show on earth by several dog lovers. The AKC/Eukanuba National Championship is considered as the most prominent AKC dog show since only the best 25 dogs in each breed are invited to compete in the show. </p>
<p>Every participant in the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship has been officially invited. The requirement to be invited is the dog has ever won a dog competition before. The AKC/Eukanuba National Championship also welcomes international dog&#8217;s which has excelled at dog shows. </p>
<p>Young dog owners are persuaded to join the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship to win for $2000 scholarships. They expect that contesting in the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship will succeed their pet for the Crufts Kennel Club dog show in England.</p>
<p><strong>How to Join the AKC Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>The AKC dog show is a coveted show for each dog owner to join. Yet, before joining to compete in Madison Square Garden or the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, they have to confirm that their dog is a champion. They do so by competing with their dog at smaller AKC dog shows. </p>
<p>In conclusion, AKC dog show has two most prominent dog shows in the United States. Participating in one of those shows is a dream wanted by all dog owners. If you are challenged enough to show your dogs best breeds, just enroll your dog to join in the competition after getting a champion title. For more information, please check out links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>European Dog Shows - The Fédération Cynologique Internationale and the Crufts Dog Shows</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 08:29:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason Andrea</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[European dog shows the major dog shows held in European countries. The duty of European dog shows is similar to the duty of AKC in the United States. There are two important dog shows held by the European dog shows. The first one is The Fédération Cynologique Internationale and the next one is Crufts Dog [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow07.jpg" alt="European Dog Shows" align="right" width="187" height="284" />European dog shows the major dog shows held in European countries. The duty of European dog shows is similar to the duty of AKC in the United States. There are two important dog shows held by the European dog shows. The first one is The Fédération Cynologique Internationale and the next one is Crufts Dog Show.</p>
<p><strong>The Fédération Cynologique Internationale</strong></p>
<p>The European dog shows has The Fédération Cynologique Internationale to organize the registration of many purebred dog breeds all over the world. Currently, there are 80 countries becoming the members of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, including Costa Rica, Greece, and Finland. It was created in 1911 and the founding countries are Germany, France, Belgium, Austria, and the Netherlands. </p>
<p>In the European dog shows, the fascinating thing about the Fédération Cynologique Internationale is that the dog breeds owner country is responsible for recording and recognizing the characteristics of the breed. The example is Germany which is responsible for keeping track of the breed characteristics and standards of the Doberman Pinscher.</p>
<p>The dog breeds are divided by Fédération Cynologique Internationale into ten categories; Terriers, Retrievers (occasionally called water dogs), Sheep and cattle dogs, Sighthounds, Pinschers and Schnauzers, Primitive types, Dachshunds, Toy dogs (called Companion dogs as well), Pointing dogs, and Scenthounds.</p>
<p><strong>The Fédération Cynologique Internationale and The European Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>Like the American Kennel Club, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale uses dog shows to help promoting the quality of the purebred dog breeds it promotes. Many of these shows are European dog shows. In each country the Fédération Cynologique Internationale has one member assigned. </p>
<p>Each country has responsibility to train their particular judges for show dog. Then every country also has responsibility to issue pedigrees of purebred dogs listed in the country. These responsibilities are given actually to support each European country to present host dog show. If they do so, then each country&#8217;s winner could be competed again to find the best European countries dog show.</p>
<p>Similar to the American Kennel Club, in the European dog shows, dogs are given points when they win a best in show. The dog is awarded the title of International Beauty and/or working dog champion when a dog gets adequate points. </p>
<p><strong>Crufts Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>In conclusion, many popular dog shows are not only held in the United States but also in European countries. If United States has Westminster Dog Show as the best USA&#8217;s dog show, European countries has Crufts Dog Show. Beside the Crufts Dog Show, European Dog Shows also has another dog show. If you need more information, please explore links on this <a href=" European Dog Shows">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>Training a Show Dog - A Must Do Training before Joining a Show</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:09:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason Andrea</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Training a show dog is the next thing to think of after you have decided to enroll your dog for a competition. You could train your show dog by yourself or ask for the professional to help you training a show dog. Take a look at some tips below to know more about what to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow09.jpg" alt="Training a Show Dog" align="right" width="187" height="284" />Training a show dog is the next thing to think of after you have decided to enroll your dog for a competition. You could train your show dog by yourself or ask for the professional to help you training a show dog. Take a look at some tips below to know more about what to do in training a show dog.</p>
<p><strong>Personality and Temperament</strong></p>
<p>Before training a show dog, you have to find some good personalities had by your puppy in order to make a good show dog. Seeking a puppy which is friendly and outgoing is a must in order to find a qualified show dog. Than endurance is another personality trait your puppy has to have since the life of a show dog may be boring. Endurance will assist ensure that the dog makes a quality show dog. </p>
<p><strong>Obedience and Manners</strong></p>
<p>In training a show dog you could not ignore obedience. The judges at a dog show will only look at the dog&#8217;s conformation. Yet, they cannot do so if the dog is acting like an unmannered clod throughout the competition. The only way to ensure that the judge can make an accurate estimation of your show dog&#8217;s confirmation is the dog has to sit, lay, and lead tamely.</p>
<p>Maybe you could not make your dog obey your command. If you do so, then training a show dog is needed. Enrolling the services of a professional who is experienced at training a show dog is advisable here. They have much experience at obedience training.</p>
<p><strong>How to Socialize Your Show Dog</strong></p>
<p>It is obvious that in a dog competition there are many dogs, owners, judges, handlers and their relatives. People are very easy in adapting their selves to the situation. Yet, it is difficult for the dogs to accept the crowded new situation. That is why socializing your dog is what you need next.</p>
<p>That is why it is important to make sure your dog is properly socialized before introducing your show dog to the show grounds. Training a show dog by exposing to some different dogs and people before joining a show grounds is needed then.</p>
<p>To get your dog socialized, mostly a weekly obedience class is enough. You may enroll your dog to a dog day care center for a few hours a week if your dog needs more exposure to other dogs. </p>
<p><strong>Comfort Your Show Dog</strong></p>
<p>To help your show dog relax is to stay close to your dog and not ask the other to take care of it. You are your dog&#8217;s biggest source of comfort. Make sure you have placed some of your dog&#8217;s favorite items in the car before you go to the show. Your dog should already be comfy in a crate and having a favorite chew toy or pillow will help give your dog a sense of home.</p>
<p>Give a blanket to cover your dog&#8217;s crate and separate it from the outside disorder. Dogs are sensitive animals. That is why your dog will take its cues from you. You have got to be more relaxed so that your dog would also be relaxed while competing. This treatment is a kind of training a show dog too.</p>
<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Forget the Fun</strong></p>
<p>The above article gives us information about some tips in training a show dog. To sum up, your dog must have good personalities and temperament, obedience and manner, good socialization and comfort to join a dog show. If your dog doesn&#8217;t have those things, be sure to enroll training a show dog before joining for a dog show.If you need more information, please explore links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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		<title>Thanksgiving Day Dog Show - The Kennel Club of Philadelphia National Purina Dog Show</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:56:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Day Dog Show is a very wonderful tradition television program on Thanksgiving Day. The Thanksgiving Day Dog Show is loved by many Philadelphia&#8217;s viewers. This is now the most favorite television program watched nationally on Thanksgiving Day.
Purina is the sponsor of the Thanksgiving Day Dog Show. The show goes right away after the Macys [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://dogshowsecret.com/wp-content/image/dogshow06.jpg" alt="Thanksgiving Day Dog Show" align="right" width="187" height="284" />Thanksgiving Day Dog Show is a very wonderful tradition television program on Thanksgiving Day. The Thanksgiving Day Dog Show is loved by many Philadelphia&#8217;s viewers. This is now the most favorite television program watched nationally on Thanksgiving Day.</p>
<p>Purina is the sponsor of the Thanksgiving Day Dog Show. The show goes right away after the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade. This tradition show has number of viewers in the mid 20 million and now is broadcasted in HD. </p>
<p><strong>Kennel Club of Philadelphia</strong></p>
<p>The Thanksgiving Day Dog Show is also called as The Kennel Club of Philadelphia National Purina Dog Show. This is so because The Kennel Club of Philadelphia is the host of the show. The show is not broadcasted lively since the actual show lasts for about four days. In the previous weekend the event is edited to make it a two hours watched program.</p>
<p>The Kennel Club of Philadelphia is supported by the AKA in presenting the Thanksgiving Day Dog Show. The AKA is the major registry for pedigree dogs in the United States and the largest registry in the world as well.   </p>
<p><strong>National Dog Show</strong></p>
<p>More than 2,000 of the top show dogs in the country are attracted to join the Thanksgiving Day Dog Show. The fortunate ones will be making there first national television appearance in HD. Over 150 different breeds and varieties compete for best in Breed, First in Group, and the grand title of Best in Show. </p>
<p>John O&#8217;Hurley hosts this Thanksgiving Day Dog Show. He is primarily known in the media as a former Seinfeld star and winner of Dancing with the Stars. He is also a purebred owner. His partner in hosting the show, David Frei, is popular as the &#8220;dean of dog show announcers&#8221; for all his years in the business.</p>
<p><strong>Seven Groups of Dogs</strong></p>
<p>There are over 150 registered breeds and varieties. Each of those is assigned to one of seven groups of dogs. There are seven groups of dogs that compose this Thanksgiving Day Dog Show; Terrier Group, Toy Group, Working Group, Sporting Group, Hound Group, Non-Sporting Group, and Herding Group. </p>
<p><strong>Purina</strong></p>
<p>Purina is the biggest company of dog food in the United States. Tremendous exposure has been gained by being the primary sponsor of this Thanksgiving Day Dog Show. The Thanksgiving Day Dog Show has made them the chief of supporting health and welfare for dogs around the world. Furthermore, Purina is also supporting the bond between the owner and the dog.</p>
<p>In conclusion, The Thanksgiving Day Dog Show which is also called as the Purina Dog Show since the major sponsor is Purina. The show offers so much fun and knowledge to the viewers. So, do you want to register your dog to join the show or only become the viewers? Be sure to get much fun and benefits from the program. For more information, please check out links on this <a href="http://dogshowsecret.com/">Dog Show Secret</a> site.</p>
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