[ SHOWGSD-L ] Declining interest in showing
- From: lollark@xxxxxxx
- To: showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx (Da List)
- Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2006 15:29:32 +0000
Everyone is bringing up valid points for why people aren't getting into the
sport of showing dogs. WHAT IF we offered an intro to the show world kind of
class. It would have to be a "fun" class with all gsds encouraged to
participate---yes even the "pets" as some of you refer to those "other" dogs.
It could be a family event with kids showing their dogs and everyone gets a
ribbon and applause for being out there. Maybe balls and frisbees are a part
of the fun and the ribbons (people DO like to win something). Picnic and social
time too. This could be followed by the regular show classes. If we could get
AKC to send an invitation to all registered gsds in a particular area it would
encourage people to try it out. The show people could be the hosts and welcome
the pet people and introduce them to how to groom and how to show off their
dog's attributes. No discouraging "oh it's just a PET" kind of comments but
celebration of the gsd. Just an idea that offers inclusion,
introd
uction, and family fun. Most people I know who love dogs know NOTHING about
the show world--it is TOO separate.
Karen Lollar
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