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In a message dated 02/12/2003 6:48:35 PM Central Standard Time,
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<< but i just don't understand why so few of the other groups win. >>
One of the reasons is that this is a "Dog Show" and terriers by their very
nature are very showy. They tend to be really alert and on their toes much
of the time. By the time the dogs get into the BIS ring, the extra touch of
a turned on dog can be enough for the judge to give it to that dog. Any one
of the group winners is certainly good enough per the breed standard to be
able to win, but by that level, the name of the game is showmanship.
Terriers do tend to excel in that. The look in Mick's eye and the way his
tail just vibrated when the judge gave him a look on her last go round was a
joy to behold.
Anne Copeland, Flash,TDI/CGC (Berner, 8 1/2 yrs.) & Gypsy TDI/CGC(Rescue
Cavalier,2 yrs.)
BMDCSEW Tracking Test Chair/Sec.
NE ILL [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Ty's memorial page: http://www.geocities.com/workingyorkie/ty.html
Gypsy's page:http://hometown.aol.com/annes4/Gypsy.html
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