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Puppies
Evaluating and Training for Show
Evaluating and Training for Show
Show Ring
Getting Your Dog Ready
Getting Your Dog Ready
AKC Standard
Breed Standard
Breed Standard
Conformation
The official term of a dog show is conformation. While dog shows may look like a beauty pageant, the dogs are individually being judged on how closely they conform to the breedss standards. The dogs that conform best to the standards are awarded Championship Points. A dog can become a "Champion" after they win enough shows, including two "major" shows.To be eligible to compete, a dog must:
Be individually registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC)
Be six (6) months of age or older
Be a breed offered at a show
Meet all eligibility requirements in the written standard of the breed
Spayed or neutered dogs are not eligible to compete in conformation classes.
The Newfoundland Club of America offers a wealth of information pertaining to Conformation.









