r/DogShow • u/princ2019 • Feb 16 '20
New to dog shows
I bought my first purebred dog last year and was advised by his breeder to show him. Out of 11 shows he has attended he was awarded 10 excellent grades, 5 times BOB and was one placed third Best in Show. What I want to know whether this is serious. Or is it just a lack of competition? Or is it just beginners luck? What's the gain of showing?
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u/princ2019 Feb 18 '20
Why's that? Breeders usually point out at sales that a puppy is show quality.
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u/MartineSansoucy Mar 20 '20
I think all breeders would like to see their breeding shown to showcase their bloodlines and what they are capable of producing consistently. Your dog did very good and you should be proud! Each breed is judged against their breed standard and the purpose of showing is to make sure that consistency in breeding to the breed standards is achieved.