Why do exhibitors enter dog shows?
Why do exhibitors enter dog shows? Surely the answer is for fun and enjoyment?
Why then did Fermoy Canine Club recently have to cancel their open show due to lack of entries.
Why also did so many exhibitors complain about the cost and unacceptable parking conditions at the recent Killarney & District Canine Club show
In contrast, a friend of mine who rescued an Irish Terrier from Dog Action Welfare Group (DAWG) was recently at the Ballingeary Show which is an agricultural show where there were over 240 entries for the dog show, and 35 entered in the wire haired terrier class. (Which might I add was Judged by an IKC approved Judge)
I think it cost Euro 2.00 to enter one of these classes, and Rusty who came 3rd in his class received a cheque for Euro 4.00, with the class winner getting Euro 12.00
Shows like these are happening the length and breadth of our country, and are growing in popularity
The Kennel Club in the UK are trying to go about changing the pe…
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