[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: declining entrees
- From: Ken Tank <tanksr@xxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 08:40:34 -0700
Let's not shoot the messenger if we don't like the message. Sorry if I
struck a nerve, that was not the intention.
We can continue to blame the economy but that in itself is not productive.
The economy has effected our sport, we have known that for a long time, so
we have to get better at what we do. Other breeds are doing better than we
are.
What I pointed out is, I think, the obvious.
Yes, the challenge is on the clubs and all of us. We all need to get
better. We need to do a better job of encouraging new people (read the
posts of the few who dared to speak up while most nod silently in
agreement), and clubs need to do their best at putting on the shows. If
your club isn't drawing well you need to ask the tough questions. Or, you
can just tell everyone to stop complaining, suck it up and donate their
entries.
Ken
On Thu, Mar 20, 2014 at 8:03 AM, <ELG440@xxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> In a message dated 3/20/2014 7:44:53 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
> tanksr@xxxxxxxxx writes:
>
> So the challenge is to the clubs. Earn the entries. Encourage new members
> even the ones who bought a dog from another breeder.
>
> I used Ken's post only to state that the complaining about declining
> entries is neither productive, nor accurate.
>
> The economy is the main fault. Not just the costs of showing dogs, but the
> expense of living, surviving, and just paying bills. Yes, costs for dog
> shows are up, and yes, handlers are expensive. Gas and travel is way
> higher
> than it used to be, and an average weekend of dog shows is often $500.00
> or
> more.
>
> But, any hobby can be expensive. It depends on what you want to set as
> your priority.
>
> Clubs seldom pick judges to put up their dogs. The clubs want entries, and
> try to select someone who will appeal to the most people, and who will do
> a good job. I know, I am a member of five specialty clubs, and they all
> try
> to select judges who will draw an entry.
>
> This sport, hobby, avocation or interest, (call if what you will), is a
> form of entertainment, and for the enjoyment of those who decide to be
> involved. If it isn't fun, if it becomes a burden, if it costs more than
> you can
> afford, then you should select a different activity.
>
> First and foremost is has to be fun. If you continue to think the shows
> are rigged, or the exhibitors are unfriendly, or bad dogs win, then go
> somewhere else.
>
> I love the people at the ringside, and I see them welcoming in anyone new
> who shows an interest. I encourage anyone new to try it out, and decide
> if
> it is for them. I always like to see the judge, no matter who it is, or
> what they do. I now have to have a handler, and I admit, I do hate that.
> But, I enjoy encouraging the new kids, (see Summer), and promoting the
> Junior
> handlers. SEND IN YOUR CONTRIBUTION.
>
> When I go to the shows I see so much to enjoy. So many people I love to
> talk to. So much good being done for our breed. Such great dogs.
>
> Instead of complaining about what is difficult, look instead to what is
> great about this sport. If you don't see it that way, there is golf,
> collecting miniature horses, stamps, rabbits and fashion shows.
>
> The wonderful thing about this life is we get to choose. And, if
> dedicated, we can effect change. Smaller entries means I can go home at
> the end of
> the show and do the things Tedi wants me to fix. That is a good thing. I
> like the smaller shows, and the increase in quality. The challenge remains
> the same, and I enjoy that too.
>
> Change can be good. Bigger is not always better.
>
> Evan L. Ginsburg.
>
>
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