Class Name:     Conformation Handling Class

Target dogs and age range:     purebred or mixed breed allowed, little or no training needed, 3 months and up

Goals:     Allow dogs headed for the show ring a "mock" class to practice within

Prerequisites:     none

Promotion requirements:     None, no advanced class offered

Class size and duration:    15 maximum and 2 students minimum. one hour per week

Publications for instructor guidance:     AKC guidelines

Skills covered in class:

    Dog standing for exam including inspection of teeth and testicles (on males)

    Stacking on table for Exam (for table breeds)

    Moving in various patterns at judges’ requests.

    Moving as group (mulitple dogs of various sizes)

Equipment provided by the handler:

    Collar and lead of show style (contact instructor with questions)

    Soft, bite-sized treats or other "Bait"

Equipment provided by GLKC:

    Mats

    Ring gates

    Exam table