There is an open show nearby me in January which I think might be a good shot for our first show (mine and dog!). It's being held by the Bulldog club but there is a greyhound section.

I'm not at all sure which class we should enter....


http://www.dogshowentry.ie/OnlineEnt.../BDO_Sch12.pdf

Has anyone got a clue? I think open in Ireland is different to open in the UK as i remember reading champions enter the open in the Uk. I doubt there'll be many champions at this open show anyway.

I should also add that while we've been doing training work at home our first ringcraft class is next week. We're true novices!

Oh, I just went through the online entry and the only option is open bitch. Anyone any clue from the schedule what sort of time that will be at?

Sorry I looked on their website for any other info but I can't see from the schedule other than judging starts at 11am. Maybe give the Secretary a ring and explain it's your first show.

Good luck.

It looks as if there's only one ring and greyhounds aren't on till nearly the end but I never quite trust schedules
Do you have a nice comfy crate for your dog to relax in? I usually get there for the start of judging (well actually, half an hour before but then I am a little potty) and settle in for the day. Boo settles down, relaxes and sleeps between comfort breaks and meeting and greetings

Good idea

Yes thats the best idea to call the Secretary.

Thanks everyone!

Next question - do I enter my 8 year old first time shower in Veteran or Open? I think in Ireland champions can not enter open shows.

Both?
It's so nice to show a lovely fit veteran, in veteran You might enjoy the extra class; it's all good practice

thanks, I agree! The schedule however says ''
N.B. A Dog or Bitch may be entered in ONE BREED CLASS ONLY (No double entries).'' so i don't think i can?

OO bugga
Then, I'd say Veteran