At least we are saying the same thing - phew!!!!

Hi Rachel, no my old guys would stay home!!! They would hate it. I was considering taking my son to a show at some point this year that's all!

Couple of other things for you to help (I hope!) Anne-Marie - allow yourself plenty of time to get there before the judging starts so you aren't panicking and rushing - you can try relax. As its his first one - don't be first in line - you can then watch the others and therefore be less nervous about what the judge is asking everyone to do.

Your ring number/card will be on your bench.

First show for Marius and first champ too - very exciting - MOST IMPORTANTLY remember to HAVE FUN!!!! Both of you!

And also to let us know how it goes!

I knew you would know!!!

Where and when is the show? i might be tempted to have a day out myself?

22nd-24th June 2006

Crown Fields, Westby Road, Westby nr Blackpool

Pastoral day is on the Sunday 24th!

What day is gundog day?

Hi Stormey,

Friday 22nd June - Toy, Terrier, Utility
Saturday 23rd June - Hound and Gundog
Sunday 24th June - Pastoral and Working



Rach

Cheers, the dogsey walk is on the sunday so might be able to do both.

HUGE thanks to Rachel and Debs for all your help!! You've been so kind and patient with all the questions!

Yes, I will not go first, learnt that one by mistake at my first Open Show as I hadn't a flaming clue what I was doing with my poor boy Jasper!

I have only done a handful of shows in my life and never a Champ so will be a bit nervous, but most of all am looking forward to a nice doggie day out and that is the main thing!

I am going with the mindset that he is green as grass and so am I but I will do my utmost to give him a good chance and not mess up, if he messes up it is my fault for not training him enough!! No pressure then!! LOL

Win or lose I will have the excuse for retail therapy later so we all go home winners