Hi all
Might seem like a silly question but what is the difference between an exemption show and one advertised as a KC Reg Exemption show - new to all this.

KirstyS
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Hi Kirsty
If memory serves right - an exemption show is for ALL dogs including crosses (prettiest eyes, Who the judge would take home etc) and KC exemption is for KC reg Pedigrees who are outside the breed standard ( oversized, disticnt 'faults') Generaly, exemption shows are more fun and laid back - definatly less formal! :D We used to have a sheltie bitch who was the size of a male and so could only show at exemption show. I think thats how it works but if I'm wrong - someone will tell me:)

"outside the breed standard" is not a requirement although they can be entered if registered with the KC ;) CC winners are not eligible to enter exemption shows as far as I know but someone will correct me if I'm wrong :D

try this link for definitions

No they are exactly the same thing, they all have to be Licensed by the KC. Exemption shows are exempt from most of the KC rules, and dogs don not need to be KC registered to take part in the pedigree or other classes.

The purpose of the show is to raise money for a charity or good cause. the KC have become strict about having confirmation from the benefiting society that they are happy for the show to be run for their benefit, and a rep of the organisation is supposed to attend and confirmation of receipt of funds I think is also required. Also all paperwork has to be kept for a certain time, and if a complaint should ensue, is required to be produced.

I think that there were suspicions as to what the profit went on in the past, and whether it didn't line the organisers pockets, as some run several of these shows on a regular basis!

There are shows run without KC license, usually advertised as Fun shows!

Thank you all for your help.

KirstyS
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THIS IS A GOOD QUESTION....I know what an exemption show is but is there a web site for where these shows are,theyare suppost to be more fun less formal.....i have'nt seen anything for round my area at all i get our dogs every week and see them but nothing round here!!!!!!!

Hey all, I'm new to the world of showing too. I have just purchased a yellow lab bitch from a well known line and am interested in showing her in the future. I have been to one championship show in Malvern just to see how it all works and chat to a few owners there. Great day out, saw some lovely dogs and the people I chatted too were very helpful.

I am a TOTAL novice to this (not to dogs as I have a 9 yr old Black lab bitch already) and am trying to figure the shows and classes out. Am I correct in thinking that at a championship show you are awarded a Challenge Certificate if you win your class and three of these under 3 different judges make your dog a champion? *grins* or maybe I am totally wrong!

And what about Open shows? do you get cc's there?

And... (sorry!) what about the classes... what are the requirements necessary to enter each class?

My pup is only 9 weeks old so I have a way to go yet, but we are going to attend ringcraft together as soon as she is old enough. I understand that there are puppy classes she can enter at 6 months, is that right? I have subscribed to Our Dogs and here so I guess I will figure it all out in time!

So many questions... Thanks in advance!

~Sharon

oh.. edited to add... Is it a good idea to take pup to shows to socialize her and get her used to the atmosphere there?
going now.. :D

Hi Sharon, BIG question but I'll make a start at the top. At a championship show you have to win your class and then go into what is called the challenge where all the class winners of one sex are judged against each other and the one who the judge thinks best wins the CC (Chalange Certificate) When all judging is over the Dog CC winner & the bitch CC winner are judged and the winner is declared BOB (Best of Breed) They then go forward to the Group and are judged against all the other BOB in their group. If they win the Group they go on to the best of Show competetion where all the Group winners ( 7 in all) are judged. The winner is then BIS (Best in Show) and the second is RBIS (Reserve Best in show) Some Championship shows have puppy Best in Show and that works the same. Ill let someone else do Open shows for you where you can not win a CC. Jackie H

Edited to answer last question. No you can't take a puppy to a show until they are 6 months even just to watch - you must enter a dog NFC (not for competition) to take it to a show and you can't do that until they are 6months. Not every one obeys the rules but this is what you are suposed to do. You can take a puppy to an exemption show just to enjoy the show but you can't show it.

Sharon

Welcome to the world of showing. I'm a relative newcomer too - but I can answer a couple of your questions.

CC's(Challenge certificates) are only awarded at Championship shows. They may be general champ shows where many breeds are shown or single breed shows. They are not awarded at Open shows. A CC is awarded to the best dog and bitch of that breed normally - although the judge can withold it's award if they don't think the dog is up to that standard - although that rarely happens. So it's not about winning your class - but your breed. 3 CC's under different judges and you are made up to Champion - hence only at Championship shows:)

Classes - always enter the lowest class as far as poss for your dogs age - that way they are more likely to be the stronger candidate. So when 6 months go for Minor Puppy rather than Puppy, when 9 - 12 months - stick with puppy and move up gradually through Junior, spec yrlg, etc etc ending up in Open when you have to. I don't know really how strong competition is in Labs, but I always see a lot at shows I go to - so it looks strong. You can go for any class that you meet the conditions for but if you enter a puppy in say an open class - you are likely to be up against strong adult competition and so reduce your chances of a place.

Good luck - the main thing is to ENJOY it and be prapared to lose - then winning is a bonus:D

Pam n the boys

Thanks Jackie and Pammy for your replies, it helped a lot!

I will definitely start off with the minor puppy class as Pammy suggested and will try to keep an open mind and think of it as fun and any places I may get as a bonus.

I can't wait until October when she will be old enough! Poor pup! I am wishing her life away! I will find some exemption shows in the meantime instead.