Litter- Rolo X Herah
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Saturnsrings Blade Runner (A.I.), ITD
Essenceera chiquitita
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Born- 30.05.2021
9 Puppies
Dogs-, Bitches-
Breeder- James Gardener
Location-
Email- jimmygardener4444@hotmail.com
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HD- 10/9, ED-0, Long Hair- Clear,
CMR1- Clear, PRA Dom-Clear, HUU- Clear, DM- Clear
HD- 5/3, ED-0
PRA Dom- Hereditary Clear, HUU- Hereditary Clear
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The puppies will come-
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*KC Registered
*Microchipped
*Vaccinated
*Up to date worming
*Life time support
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If you would like to be considered for a puppy from this litter,
please contact the breeder directly.
POL CH King of the rings Zimowa Aura JCH
(Multi CH Marvellous Lions X INT CH Gift of fate Zimowa Aura)
Showing
Showing can be an enjoyable experience travelling up and down the country seeing friends having a good laugh and always taking the best dog home! It is highly competitive and addictive sport, this is a basic guide to get you started in the world of conformation showing.
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Getting started
The training should be started off as soon as possible and really as soon as your new puppy has settled in, start off by spending a few minutes every day touching every part of the puppy to get them used to being 'gone over', make this fun, its a game and should be an enjoyable and a relaxing experience. Believe it or not this is a very important foundation because it can be applied to other aspects of a dogs life such as its a vet examination or checking for ticks and seeds.
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Once the vaccinations are complete and you have both attended a basic obedience class you are ready to sign up for ‘ring craft’. Ring craft is a dog training class specifically designed to teach you how to handle and present a dog at a show, this is not an obedience class it is solely to learn the tricks of the trade and ring etiquette for conformation shows. There is a facebook page called 'Ringcraft UK' where you can search and find a club in your local area alternatively have a look on the KC website where there is a search facility.
When you first start your puppy will need lots of encouragement, and the key to any sort of training with a young puppy is to set small goals and keep the training short. Over the weeks you will eventually learn how to stack/ present a dog (Stand it) , good lead and treat management as well as how to gait (run) a dog. I know what your thinking it all sounds pretty easy but in practice there is much to take in and its very easy to make a good dog look bad.
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There are various gadgets you can buy online to aid with training but in reality the best bit of equipment you can invest in is a large mirror. Set it up in the house or garden and practice stacking in front of it, this way you can check as you go along that the dog is set up correctly, he/ she should give the appearance of harmonious power and balance.
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A bullmastiff in the UK traditionally is ‘stacked’ head on, but you must also practice the 45 degree, and the side on incase the judge decides he would like it done a certain way. 99% of the time though the way you choose to present the dog will be down to you, the key is to show off your dogs best attributes. If your dog has an incredible silhouette on the side then show that off even if your the only one in the class to do so, alternatively if your dogs best aspect is his front and head then show him head on. Another variation on this that will have to be practiced is the free stand this is where the dog walks naturally into position and you do not touch the legs. I have never mastered this so ask someone at your ringcraft to show you how to achieve this.
Head on
Photo curtesy of Manuel Alejandro Quintero
Chato's Bullmastiffs
Photo curtesy of Anneloes Vermeulen
Social Giant Bullmastiffs
Photo curtesy of Manuel Alejandro Quintero
Chato's Bullmastiffs
Side on
Photo curtesy of Elmira Parfenova
Magic force Bullmastiffs
Photo curtesy of Adrianne Taylor- Orieux
V Kilmarnock Bullmastiffs
45 degrees
Photo curtesy of Marilyn Blanchette
Bolder Bullmastiffs
Photo curtesy of Diane Garrett
Marchmanor Bullmastiffs
Photo by- Cath Lewis
Common mistakes
The most common mistake seen is over stacking, thats where the dog is over stretched like a rocking horse. They should be a picture of balance by practicing in front of a mirror or even a patio door it will help you avoid doing this. If you don't have either of these get a family member to video your practice on a mobile phone, with time you and the dog will get a feel for it.
**Please check back later for photos of what this mistake looks like**
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Preparation
The bullmastiff requires very little preparation in comparison to breeds with lots of coat, though saying this the dog must be bathed and groomed to remove any dead hairs and the nails be short. Do not be tempted to use a conditioner the breed is not meant to have a soft fluffy coat so just stick to shampoo. Don't try to lift the dog in the bath just fill up some buckets and wash him/ her in the garden, its much less stressful for the dog, you and your back!
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Showing is presenting your dog in his/ her best condition and so you will have more success if the dog is kept fit and well muscled, remember a fit dog will always out move a fat dog.
What to take to a show?
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If it is a benched championship you need a ‘benching chain’ this secures the dog to the bench. If you do not like the idea of chaining the dog to the bench you can get 'benching fronts' this is essentially a front of a crate that can be clipped to the bench.
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‘Show set’ this is the lead and collar/ chain.
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Treat bag
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Plenty of treats
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Basic grooming equipment such as a brush and wipes incase the dog gets muddy in the car park
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Crate/ cage for none benched shows.
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Ring clip or arm band to hold your number (a safety pin will work)
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Fold up chair and a picnic
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What does the equipment look like?
There are lots of styles of show sets that you can choose from my personal favourite is a gold chain with a flat leather mid length lead. You can purchase show sets at larger championship shows or online. The company that I use the most and go back to time and time again because of the excellent quality is 'Essenjay leather supplies'.
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I tend to start off puppies on soft hound leads progress to rolled leather combination sets then finish once the dog is an adult on a full chain. (The hound lead should only be used for training and not at a shows). If you decide to use a chain please ask someone at ringcraft to show you how to correctly put it on the dog, The right way will release pressure instantly the wrong way stay tight and choke the dog.
1. Rolled leather slip collar (American style)
2. Small gauge silver full choke chain
3. Larger gauge gold full choke chain
4. Snake chain
Close up of the various chain styles and gauges
Benching chain this is a double ended chain to clip to a bench. Invest in a longer one so the dog can sit and move comfortably. This is a staple and can be found at nearly all championship shows.
All in one rolled leather combination set
Hound lead to be used in training only for puppies
Mid length flat leather show lead
How to find and enter a show
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In the UK there are various websites that list the open and championship shows, please see below for the links.
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There is also a feature on the KC website that will allow you to search for shows via your post code and list the ones closest to you, a handy feature and one I didn't know existed until only a few years ago. Please follow this link to use it.
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There are several classes which are broken down by sex, age and awards, they are as follows-
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Show class Definitions
MINOR PUPPY- For dogs of six and not exceeding nine calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.
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PUPPY-For dogs of six and not exceeding twelve calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.
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JUNIOR-For dogs of six and not exceeding eighteen calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.
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YEARLING-For dogs of twelve and not exceeding twenty four calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.
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BEGINNERS MAIDEN- For owner, handler or exhibit not having won a first prize at a Championship or Open Show.
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NOVICE-For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or a First Prize at an Open or Championship show (Minor Puppy, Special Minor Puppy, Puppy and Special Puppy classes excepted, whether restricted or not).
GRADUATE-For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or four or more First Prizes at Championship Shows in Graduate, Post Graduate, Minor Limit, Mid Limit, Limit and Open classes, whether restricted or not where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.
POST GRADUATE-For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or five or more First Prizes at Championship Shows in Post Graduate, Minor Limit, Mid Limit, Limit and Open classes, whether restricted or not where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.
LIMIT-For dogs which have not become show Champions under the Kennel Club Regulations or under the rules of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club or won 7 or more First Prizes in all at Championship Shows in Limit or Open Classes confined to the Breed, whether restricted or not at Shows where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.
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OPEN-For all dogs of the breed for which the class is provided and eligible for entry at the Show.
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VETERAN-For dogs of not less than seven years of age on the first day of the Show.
AVNSC-(Any Variety not separately classified), this class should only be entered if there is not a breed class available.
AV- (Any variety)- Any breed of dog can enter, I advise only doing this class as a puppy as the adult class does not qualify for group.
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At the show
Upon arrival you should find the catalogue stand and pick up the catalogue, ideally you have pre ordered it when you did your entry but on some occasions you can buy one at a higher rate on the day. The catalogue will list your exhibition number and how many entries are in the classes. Find your ring and set yourself up somewhere where you can see it and hear when your class is called. If you are at a championship show you will need to check that catalogue for your number and find it on the corresponding bench, one of the exhibiters numbers will stay on the bench for idetification and the other you wear in the ring.
When you enter the ring at an open show there will be a ring steward who will give you your exhibiters number, clip this to your ring clip and ensure it is not covered. On your first show I suggest going in last so you can watch what the others do and what the judge asks of them. If you are at championship show your ring number will be on the bench.
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Etiquette
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Your exhibitors number should be visible at all times in the ring so check it isn't covered by your hair or clothing.
Do not use squeaky toys in the ring its not fair on the other exhibitors in your class or even in other rings close by.
If you use treats make sure you pick up any dropped in the ring so the person behind you doesn't get pulled over by a dog diving for a bit of cheese.
The judges rule is final never argue with the decision, take it in good grace and try again next time.
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Quick tips
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Dogs should be worked on the left hand side.
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Use video camera’s and mirrors to help aid with training
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Reward puppies often and keep it fun
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Use high prize treats like chicken or ham.
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Do not block the judges line of sight to your dog.
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Note- If you have any questions in relation to anything in this article ask at your local ringcraft they will be able to talk you through and show you first hand. Good Luck!
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