Conformation Drop-In Class Description
This is offered as a weekly drop-in class. Teaches the techniques, skills, and theory of showing your dog and preparing for AKC Dog Show competition. This class targets both those who are new to the sport of AKC Conformation and experienced handlers with an inexperience dog that needs to learn the ropes. Junior Showman handlers welcome!
Conformation class is taught on a drop-in basis. Check the schedule below for detailed times and days. Cost is $15 per drop-in.
Conformation Class Schedule
(Adult & Puppies Combined) - DROP IN ONLY
Sundays at Noon, unless otherwise noted below.
Participants must provide proof of dog's vaccinations.
26-Jul Jane Taylor and Jannie Humphrey
2-Aug Mark Heddleston and Tricia DeStefani
9-Aug Rhonda Olk and Brenda O'Sullivan
16-Aug No class - RKC Show
23-Aug Tricia Destefani and Mark Heddleston
30-Aug Phil Sunseri
6-Sep Mark Heddleston and Jannie Humphrey
13-Sep Tricia Destefani and Terri Hanks
20-Sep Jane Taylor and ??
27-Sep No class - Bonanza KC Show
4-Oct No class - TMDTC Agility Trial
11-Oct Terri Hanks
18-Oct Mark Heddleston
25-Oct Tricia DeStefani
1-Nov Jannie Humphrey
8-Nov Jane Taylor
15-Nov Elaine Oxborrow
22-Nov Terri Hanks
29-Nov Mark Heddleston
6-Dec Brenda O'Sullivan
13-Dec No class - TMDTC Rally Trial
20-Dec No class - TMDTC Holiday Party
27-Dec Jane Taylor
Advanced Conformation Course Description
This is not a drop-in class and teams should be prepared to attend all 7 weeks of class. Dogs must be 1 year old. This is an advanced conformation class and is designed for handlers and dogs who are preparing to finish their Championship title and go on to compete in Groups. Dog and owners have competed in AKC conformation shows and have earned points toward an AKC CH. This class will present you with the tools on how to become a teammate with your dog. It will go over how to dress both you and your dog, how to bait effectively, grooming, exercise and how to present you and your dog to the best of your ability. It will also cover ring etiquette both in and out of the ring. This class will be about the details.
Please do not bring dogs to first class. Bring something to take notes and your show lead and collar. Must have proof of vaccination or titers at the first class.