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DOG SHOW BREEDS CONTEMPT
NY Post ^ | February 11, 2003 | Andrea Peyser

Posted on 02/11/2003 7:37:34 AM PST by NYer

Edited on 05/26/2004 5:12:10 PM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]

No sooner had I walked backstage at Madison Square Garden yesterday when I was brushed aside by a beautifully groomed, purebred bitch who possessed the manners of a mongrel.

She was a dog owner.

"A- -hole!" the high-strung biped ranted, just loud enough to drive a sensitive cocker spaniel to the kibble.


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TOPICS: Activism/Chapters; Business/Economy; Culture/Society; Extended News; News/Current Events; US: New York
KEYWORDS: breeds; dogs; wkc
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To: Jean Chauvin
~some~ athletic skill

LOL!!

Methinks we've finally found something on which we agree!

201 posted on 02/12/2003 1:39:43 PM PST by xzins (.Babylon - You've been weighed in the balance and been found wanting.)
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To: Wrigley; xzins
She's said that the WDS is nothing but politics. Would never go to it. And she's had dogs that qualified for it.

And she is absoluely right!! It's nothing but pure politics. To cite an example, I have two basset hounds and we "roo, roo" when the basset steps out in the hound group. For the past 4 years, the best of breed in the basset group has been the same one - Bumper Cars. There are 50 gazillion basset hounds in the US. There is NO WAY that Bumper Cars can be the #1 basset for 4 years running. If that is true, then it doesn't say much for the other breeders.

A few years ago, I attended my first and last dog show. It was a small event in upstate NY. Again, with the bassets, we knew someone who was showing her dog. Before entering the ring, she checked out the competition, recognized one of the other breeder/handlers, looked at the judge and announced that he would win. Sure enough, the other dog took it, over 10 bassets. "They're good friends", she told me later.

So what .... WKC is fun to watch. Each year I learn something new about a different breed. Of course, only certain breeds ever win their group. Did you catch the stunned reaction and long ovation last night when the judge selected the Ibizan Hound. That was considered a major upset! LOL!!

202 posted on 02/12/2003 1:45:46 PM PST by NYer (Dogs Rule .... and .... Bassets Drool!)
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To: JAWs
My late German Shepherd.

What a beautiful shepherd!! Have you considered rescuing one?

203 posted on 02/12/2003 1:46:56 PM PST by NYer (Dogs Rule .... and .... Bassets Drool!)
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To: Species8472
What a fine dog! And talented too. Dals have a reputation for aloofness...but mine are marvelous around children (and very patient with them, which they have to be, because they get mobbed all the time).

The previous photo was my male, Chance, this is my female, Emma:


204 posted on 02/12/2003 1:47:44 PM PST by Scott from the Left Coast (HHE)
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To: NYer
I wasn't able to watch is this year.

I am stunned that an Ibizan won the Hound group.

My neighbor has told similiar stories. It upsets her when the best dog doesn't win. And hers aren't always the best.
205 posted on 02/12/2003 1:53:11 PM PST by Wrigley
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To: TC Rider
My two Schnauzers attempting to hypnotize my Dad into giving them a piece of cheese!

Toooooooo funny! One of my neighbors, years ago, had a schnauzer. When it "went to the bridge", she was devastated. Her husband surprised her with a puppy, though, several months later. Don't know for sure where he acquired the pup but he mistakenly selected a giant schnauzer. Needless to say, he didn't need to hypnotize anyone when he wanted a treat.

Wish I could post a picture of my bassets. I don't have a host site though.

206 posted on 02/12/2003 1:53:31 PM PST by NYer (Dogs Rule .... and .... Bassets Drool!)
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To: NYer
Try PhotoIsland.

http://atlantic.photoisland.com/servlet/com.arcsoft.LoginNew?com=arcsoftBanner&awp=index3.html&DIRECT=show
207 posted on 02/12/2003 1:55:10 PM PST by Wrigley
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To: Species8472
Helps me teach fire safety at the local schools, (stop, drop and roll, crawl low in smoke etc.)

Congratulations on selecting a dog with a purpose and allowing him to fulfill it. The dog must feel a genuine sense of accomplishment and pride in its work. Kudos on a beautiful picture, as well!

208 posted on 02/12/2003 1:55:25 PM PST by NYer (Dogs Rule .... and .... Bassets Drool!)
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To: NYer
Before entering the ring, she checked out the competition, recognized one of the other breeder/handlers, looked at the judge and announced that he would win. Sure enough, the other dog took it, over 10 bassets. "They're good friends", she told me later.

Happens a lot. But there are honest judges out there, too. Winning is fun, but it's not everything. I've found that by just enjoying the day, and how wonderful my dog looks (and behaves) makes it worthwhile.

We almost beat the number 1 Akita in the country for best of breed in my dogs 3rd show ever. I know my dog moves better, and he'll still fill out more. But, realistically, I can't compete with the amount they spend on the other dog - and if I could, I wouldn't. There are just more important things in life, and I do this for fun, not because I've got my ego confused with how my dog looks.

209 posted on 02/12/2003 1:55:59 PM PST by SCalGal (Tag line sale: 10% off)
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To: Scott from the Left Coast
Dals have a reputation for aloofness

They need lots of TLC and more important they need to be part of the pack (family) You don't tie one to a dog house all day and expect them to be normal when you get home. Sparky gets to go to work with me everyday and sleep on the floor of the office (when he dosn't sneak off to the couch!)

210 posted on 02/12/2003 2:16:10 PM PST by Species8472
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To: Wrigley
Let's just say they know an easy mark when they see one.

They won't even attempt to moochy act when it's just the missus and I.
211 posted on 02/12/2003 2:29:35 PM PST by TC Rider (The United States Constitution © 1791. All Rights Reserved.)
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To: Wrigley
No pics on IE or Mozilla want to try again?
212 posted on 02/12/2003 2:44:52 PM PST by RnMomof7
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To: Wrigley; Jean Chauvin; xzins; drstevej; CARepubGal; scripter; restornu
Our breed ...sweet..gentle great with kids...


213 posted on 02/12/2003 2:49:25 PM PST by RnMomof7
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To: RnMomof7
That's odd. They all worked this afternoon.
214 posted on 02/12/2003 2:51:48 PM PST by Wrigley
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To: NYer
We wanted the Newfoundland to win best of show. What a magnificent animal! Is he yours? lol
215 posted on 02/12/2003 2:58:02 PM PST by Ditter
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To: RnMomof7

216 posted on 02/12/2003 2:58:04 PM PST by Wrigley
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To: xzins
The "sport" is the breeding and training..my dog would have fallen asleep and snored ..

My son says if there is no ball it is not a sport..maybe your two should fight it out..

217 posted on 02/12/2003 2:58:58 PM PST by RnMomof7
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To: martin_fierro
Moderately funny??? Are you NUTS?????? That is the funniest movie ever made. You must be humor impared. (no insult intended)
218 posted on 02/12/2003 3:00:26 PM PST by Ditter
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To: TC Rider
My cousin used to breed Schmauzers..My mom and dads last two died early . One of of diabetes and the last one cancer..they are great dogs ..love their yelps:>)
219 posted on 02/12/2003 3:02:34 PM PST by RnMomof7
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To: Constitution Day
I hate that NYT's ad about the crossword puzzel too. What do you suppose she means by that statement? It doesn't make a lot of sense to me. Poorly worded.
220 posted on 02/12/2003 3:21:26 PM PST by Ditter
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