[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: Amateur Fut/Mat
- From: "" <hckryhillgsd@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: "Lindabankhead@xxxxxxxxxxx" <Lindabankhead@xxxxxxxxxxx>, showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx(thelist)
- Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2007 09:16:29 -0500
The premise of this event was to show case amateurs, it did in the handling
aspect, but not in the category of breeders. We still had well -know people
doubling outside the ring( which was early on stated as being a potential
problem) we still had well known breeders exhibiting. I agree, the spirit
of the event was fun, but we can't continue to call it an Amateur fut.A
futurity is meant to show case the breeder and what the future holds for
the breed, not the future handling talent of novice handlers. If there
isn't enough interest by newbie breeders to participate and to exhibit what
they hope will be their future stars, then perhaps we need to simply call
this event the "Amateur handler" class. Make the rules accordingly and be
done with it.I would also continue to let it be optional for clubs to
participate. Christine
hckryhillgsd@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Steve and Christine Grainger
WWW.HICKORYHILLGSD.COM
> [Original Message]
> From: <Lindabankhead@xxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx (the list)>
> Date: 4/10/2007 12:15:58 PM
> Subject: [ SHOWGSD-L ] Amateur Fut/Mat
>
> One of the great things when you go to Germany is watching the
involvement of amateurs and families at The Sieger Show. They truly enjoy
the dogs and sport. It is an event with large entries and every dog is
recognized. The amateur fut/mat is a great start in involving less
experienced handlers. Hopefully, those who entered and showed took this
in the right spirit and light. The venue is meant to be a positive
experience for owners, handlers, and dogs. For the most part, it seems
like this was accomplished at the first trial.
> I give the parent club credit for trying to garner more interest in our
breed. The sport of dog showing has seen dwindling entries- perhaps this
forum will gain interest of people in all age groups. It is up to many of
us to not use this venue in a competitive light; good judgment will need to
prevail when someone starts to think how they can "beat the system." If a
junior is truly a non pro, wonderful. Someone like myself needs to use good
judgment, I do not handle dogs anymore but entering this venue would be
unprofessional and bad for the intention of this new class.
>
> I think the new class is wonderful. 1 dog or 80. Take pride in helping
to promote our sport. Kudo's to the owners, handlers, and judges. JMO.
Linda Bankhead.
>
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