The best place to learn about other breeds is to spend an afternoon at a all-breed show and watch the "best of the best" in the Group rings. That is also the best place to see Terriers pulled out to spar by the judge. I really love all dogs, purebred and mutts, and never cease to be amazed at how much there is to learn about other breeds. I have recently added the Affenpinscher, the Australian Cattle Dog, the Swedish Valhund, and the Doberman Pinscher to my favorites list, which includes all 3 Poodle varieties, Great Danes, and Chihuahuas. If I were younger, I would definitely want to work with a Black Russian Terrier. Lately, of course, I am immensely enjoying watching our favorite breed in the Herding Group ring! :-) :-) My Bucket List is pretty full, and I know I will never fulfill ALL of my dreams, but, I darned well will keep trying, learning, and enjoying as long as possible. Dogs Rule!! Paula, 173 days and counting Home of Best in Show, Multi-Group Winning, GSDCA Dual Title Award Recipient, AKC JAM/AOE, International and American Champion Asgard Harley Davidson v Plamark, HT, PT, CGC, TC, HIC, OFA (Hips, Elbows, Heart & Thyroid) DNA tested clear of the long-coat factor. ---------- Original Message ---------- Subject: ok-now I understand-sparring--hmmmmmm Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:37:07 -0400 From: cheradongsd@xxxxxxx Well, now that I understand-what "sparring" is---I am trying to figure out how in over 20 years of going to dog shows I have NEVER seen this done????? Have I NEVER watched a terrier class?? Duhhhhh.. I dont know-I am not a terrier person, but I do think the Kerry blues are rather pretty--& it seems I MUST have watched a class at some point in the past many years-guess I didnt watch that closely. hmmmmmmmmmmmm Well, as long as they never want to do this with GSD's !!!!! Would definately be a disaster. ;-) Cheri Hunt--check out my new site !! Is BEEEUTIFUL ! Cheradon Shepherds http://www.cheradonshepherds.com/index.html Home of Ch. Cheradon AchtungErynbrook Molokai, TC, OFA H&E, PA,TH,CA, Eyes Cert. and Certificate of Health Merit Excellent from the GSDCA (aka Ch. Mikey) ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 2000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4bcf81cc548c613ada2st01duc ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2009. 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://showgsd.org NATIONAL BLOG - http://gsdnational.blogspot.com/ ============================================================================