Prepare for a Show

In two weeks me and my 9 month male pup will attend our first ADBA Show. I was wondering if it would be smart to feed him before the show, or should I wait until after?

 

I Feed Mine After When I Go

 

just make sure you don't over feed him. 4 ft lead required,don't let come in contact with another dog, never let the dog come in contact with the judge., must be able to show the judge the dogs teeth, and no snap collars. bring a crate for your dog also

 

Just curious, where is the ADBA show?

 

Thanks everyone for the input. The show is the Palmetto APBTC at the Taylorville Fairgrounds, N.C. Does it have to be a 4ft lead exact or does it have to be longer that 4 ft?

 

It can't be any longer than a 4 ft. If you are planning on going to the pointed ADBA show on April 29 and 30, it is at the Hickory, Fairgrounds. If you need directions just pm me.

 

It should be 4 foot, which is a standard size sold. Most clubs will let you in with a longer lead but ask that you choke up on it by wrapping it around your wrist to make it shorter. And as was mentioned, no snap collars, make sure that you have a buckle collar.

If you watch the classes before yours, you'll get the idea of what to do when it's your turn.

Good Luck!

 

They will not allow you to show at this show if you do not have a 4 ft. or shorter lead. You also can only have a buckle collar. They don't mind what width or color, but it can only have a buckle. You can buy everything you need at this show if you need to. Good Luck!

 

When I'm going to a show that I suspect might start later, I give my girl a half-breakfast and feed her up good when she's done working for the day. If its an early show, I don't feed her until she's done.

 

I've never been to any ADBA show.. Are they open to the public?

 

I've been in contact with some folks putting on a show in south La. in Sept. I'll be going to some to the fun shows this summer and I can't wait to see what it's all about. Sounds like some good family fun and I think my boy will do fine.

 

ADBA shows are open to the public. Its a real laid-back environment. You should hit oen of their shows if you get the chance. (I think they have a rule about no unentered dogs on the grounds, though. Might want to ask in advance if you're thinking about bringing your dog.)

 

Here's the general rules:
ADBA Show Rules — All dogs must be ADBA registered and unaltered to compete in point events * no puppies/dogs allowed on premises unless entered in event * All children must be supervised by an adult at all times * No choke chains or spike collars, buckle collars only * No females in heat * No dog aggressive humans or human aggressive dogs * All dogs must be crated when not competing in events * No puppy sales allowed * No "facing-off" of dogs, "challenges" or un-sportsman like conduct allowed * No alcohol at show * All non food vendors welcomed

 

Cool, thanks. i wont bring my dog though.. i just want to watch

 

Yes i think they are open to the public

 

do people at those show like that have on them a brake stick? I don't here anyone talk about it in the rules or haveing one on them there in case of an accident.

 

are there any shows in milwaukee wi??

 

Yes, the ring stuarts always have one, along with pretty much everyone that is showing a dog.

 

thanks just wandering.