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Conformation ShowDog shows are a sporting event where dogs are judged against a standard developed by the Parent Club for that Breed. The current breed standard GSP's are being judged against was originally written in 1946 modified in 1976 and formatted per AKC directive in 1992. It is the job of a Parent Club to define what the breed should look like so that "breed type" is maintained. These written standards describe ideal size, color, temperament as well as correct proportion, structure and movement. For a dog to compete in shows they must be 6 months of age and registered with AKC. It is the owner's responsibility to be familiar with AKC's policies on Registration and Dog Shows Rules applying to Registration and Discipline Dog shows are divided into multiple classes by breed, age and sex. The winner of each class then progresses on to ultimately compete for the best of its breed with that winner then competing against other like breed winners in its specific group to represent that group to compete for Best in Show. ScoringPoints awarded at dog shows range from 1 to 5 with 3 points or more considered a "major win". To accumulate championship points the dog or bitch must win its class then beat all of the winners from the other classes of its sex. At this point the dog or bitch will be known as the Winners Dog(WD) or Winners Bitch(WB) and has earned the right to compete for Best of Breed(BOB). The total number of dogs or bitches defeated in the respective classes and any defeated in Best of Breed competition by the WD or WB determines the number of points they will receive. A championship title requires a total of 15 points of which part of those points must come from two major wins(determined by entry numbers) under two different judges and the balance of the remaining points won under judges other than the two "major win" judges. Points are determined by the number dogs in a breed that are entered, show up and compete. Depending upon the section of the country one lives the point schedule for the same breed may vary. Texas is in Division 7 that is also comprised of Arizona, New Mexico and Oklahoma. GSPs competing for championship points in any of these states would be subject to the same point schedule. Specialty ShowsSpecialty shows are those held by Parent Clubs for their specific breed and no other breeds can or will be entered. Specialty shows may also have classes that are not found at All Breed Shows. The six regular classes divided by sex for dogs/bitches that have not yet obtained their championship are: Puppy - 6-12 months 12 - 18 months - dogs/bitches in this age category Novice - 6 months or old that have not won three first prizes in the Novice Class, a first place in the Bred by Exhibitor(BBE), American-bred, or Open class nor one or more points toward their championship. Bred By Exhibitor - For dogs six months or older and exhibited by their owner who is also the breeder. American-Bred - Dogs born in the U.S. from a mating that took place in the U.S. Six months of age Open - Any dog of the breed that is as least 6 months of age. Best of BreedAfter these classes are judged the winners of each class compete for Winners Dog and Bitch. After WD and WB are selected the next round of competition is for Best of Breed which in addition to the WD and WB will have dogs and bitches that have already earned their Championship and no longer have to compete in the classes to earn the right to compete for Best of Breed. The Best of Breed competition will determine: Best of Breed(BOB) - dog/bitch judged to be the best in its breed category Best of Winners(BOW) - the dog judged as the better of the Winners Dog and Bitch Best of Opposite Sex(BOS) - the best dog/bitch that is the opposite sex to the BOB winner. Dog Show Terms Show TermsAgent - An individual other than the owner that handles a dog in the show ring. Often times they are paid a handling fee. Angulation - Angles created by bones meeting at their joints. Baiting - Using some type of treat or toy to get the dog's attention and make them look alert. Bench Show - A dog show where dogs are kept on assigned benches when not being shown in competition so they can be viewed and discussed by others in attendance. Exhibitor - a person that brings a dog to the a show and handles or shows it in a particular class. Fancier - Refers to a person that is involved and active in some phase of the sport of purebred dogs. Gait - The manner in which a dog moves. Used by judges to evaluate structure and condition. Groom - Brush, comb, trim, bath or otherwise get a dog ready for competition. Handler - An individual or agent that takes a dog into the show ring that may or may not be paid. Heel - Command to keep a dog close beside its handler and or owner. Match Show - An informal dog show at which no championship points are awarded. Miscellaneous Class - Transitional class for breeds that have not yet been given full AKC recognition. Pedigree - Recorded record of a dog's family tree, usually three or more generations. Points - Credits earned toward a championship Stacking - Placing the dog's legs and body to best display their body structure.
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