Unfortunately, as far as CKC and AKC are concerned (I would also add some breeders in this category) "show quality" simply means there are no disqualifying faults... it does not relate to structure or adherence to the standard except as it relates to disqualifying faults.. if a dog can be walked into a show ring, it is "show quality" "Showable" is in the eyes of the beholder - i.e relates to the perceptions of the person making the determination.. what you consider "showable" may not be to me, or vice versa. that is why asking for the "pick" puppy is so ambiguous.. it all depends on who is doing the picking and what their priorities are.. There is no doubt that we have all seen "show quality" in the ring that you wouldn't even consider anywhere neat show quality..and sadly, they win.. Sue Madlung - Shadowacre Reg'd German Shepherds http://www.shadowacre.com ** WEBPAGE RE-DESIGNED MAY 11/05*** ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2005. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - http://www.showgsd.org ============================================================================