We show dogs. It's true. Well, it's not true any more.

 

it's showtime!

You won't find THIS position in the showing handbook. At least, I hope not.

Albury Show, NSW - 2003
Scout and Basso hanging out under the gazebo. They are eating carrots.

Albury Show, NSW - 2003
The tension in the air is infectious. Chardy is taut and restless in the electric atmosphere of the professional dog show.

Albury Show, NSW - 2003
Fleur and Shortie ... all the excitement! Restrain yourselves!

Adelaide Royal Show, September 2003
Basso far right, waiting for his turn in the ring.

Adelaide Royal Show, September 2003
Jac giving Basso a pep talk. He is ignoring everything I say and looking at Trent over my shoulder.

Trent having his first go at showing Basso. Apparently there's more to it than throwing the leash to the judge and saying, "There he is!"

Basso's first show win: ribbons and a drink bottle. Score.