The Conformation Conversation

SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette explains how people name show dogs and how kennel names and call names might be chosen and used.

SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette discusses the importance and reason for making it a point to attend "the Big Three", Westminster, Orlando and your National Specialty shows.

SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor, Vicki Ronchette discusses the importance of supporting our puppy people when an issue arises and avoiding blaming others.

Official Standard of the SamoyedGeneral Conformation: (a) General Appearance-The Samoyed, being essentially a workingdog, should present a picture of beauty, alertness and strength, with agility, dignity and grace. Ashis work lies in cold climates, his coat should be heavy and weather-resistant, well groomed, andof good quality rather than quantity. The male carries more of a "ruff

Official Standard of the Chinese CrestedGeneral Appearance: A toy dog, fine-boned, elegant and graceful. The distinct varieties are born in the same litter. The Hairless with hair only on the head, tail and feet and the Powderpuff, completely covered with hair. The breed serves as a loving companion, playful and entertaining. Size, Proportion, Substance: Size - Ideally 11 to 13 inc

In this episode, Vicki discusses the importance of reflecting on your previous goals and ways to effectively set goals for the upcoming year without it feeling daunting or overwhelming.

Official Standard for the Basset HoundGeneral Appearance: The Basset Hound possesses in marked degree those characteristicswhich equip it admirably to follow a trail over and through difficult terrain. It is a short-leggeddog, heavier in bone, size considered, than any other breed of dog, and while its movement isdeliberate, it is in no sense clumsy. In temperament it is mild, neve

Official Standard for the VizslaGeneral Appearance: That of a medium-sized, short-coated, hunting dog of distinguishedappearance and bearing. Robust but rather lightly built, the coat is an attractive shaded goldenrust. Originating in Hungary, the Vizsla was bred to work in field, forest and water. Agile andenergetic, this is a versatile dog of power, drive and endurance in the fie

Show Dog Prep School Founder and Lead Instructor, Vicki Ronchette discusses the need for established breeders to be open to talking to new people and being kind and welcoming to them.

Official Standard for the German Shorthaired PointerGeneral Appearance: The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile hunter, an all-purpose gun dog capable of high performance in field and water. The judgment of Shorthairs in the show ring reflects this basic characteristic. The overall picture which is created in the observer’s eye is that of an aristocratic, well balanced, sym