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4 Clovers Rally Titles!!!

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Two sister at 4 clovers Miniature American Shepherds just received their Rally Novice titles!!  CH 4 Clovers Rainbow Connection CGC RN TKP "Iris" 4 Clovers Feathers Will Fly CGC CGCA RN TKP  "Birdie" 

Beep Updated Points as of May 1, 2019

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As of April 3, 2019 GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP “ Beep ” has 617 points 116 majors with 114 champion defeated. It’s now May 16, 2019 she has gone to a number of shows to collect points. How many have she gained since the last time? Beep is now at the standing of 652 points  124 majors with 122 champion defeated.  How many points is she away from earning her Grand Champion Platinum? To become a GCHP 800 points is required, Beep is 148 points away from.  GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep"

Perry, GA Day 3 & 4 & 5

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Five day show at the Crossroad cluster dog show kennel club located in Perry, GA over the days of May 8-12, 2019. There was a total of 14 Miniature American Shepherds entered. With the breakdown of 4 dogs in class, 6 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 2 champion bitches for day 3.  Day 4 breakdown of 4 dogs in class, 9 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 2 champion bitches. Day 5 breakdown of 4 dogs in class, 5 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 2 champion bitches. Day Three: It’s the third day already, Beep is finally showing under judge Mr. Walter J. Sommerfelt . Beep and Billy placed select bitch.  Day Four: Normally, day four is our last day but this weekend it is not. Beep is entered under judge Ms. Beverely Capstick . They placed, select bitch.  Day Five: What a weekend! Not only was Billy handling other breeds he also switched between two Miniature American Shepherds. It’s the last day of the show, Beep was entered under judge, Mr. ...

Aster Point as of May 1, 2019

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We will be following Aster the Miniature American Shepherd throughout his journey in the show world. As of Ntl CH Casita's Across The Universe CA BCAT, “ Aster ” has 4 points and 1 majors. Aster is on his AKC Championship .   Ntl CH Casita's Across The Universe CA BCAT "Aster"

Perry, GA Day 1 & 2

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Five-day show at the Crossroad cluster dog show kennel club located in Perry, GA over the days of May 8-12, 2019. There was a total of 10 Miniature American Shepherds entered. With the breakdown of 3 dogs in class, 5 bitches in class, 1 champion dogs, and 1 champion bitch for day 1.  Day 2: 4 dogs in class, 6 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 1 champion bitch. Day One: As every dog show morning goes, dogs take over. Ex-ing to feeding to grooming for the ring. The morning of the Perry, GA show, was different than what it is normally is. Beep was not showing, but Aster was showing. Billy had everything set in place of when their ring time was, what ring they were in, and who they were showing under and amongst. Unlike Beep, Aster did not have to wait till best of breeds. He was an open dog, he received reserve winners dog under judge Mrs. Barbara Dempsey Alderman . Day Two:  It’s day two, the schedule has been made, Beep is still not showing but Aster is ...

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Who is Aster?

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Ntl CH Casita's Across The Universe CA BCAT, “ Aster ” bred by Ashley Lindauer. Aster is the son of CH Patchworks Hocus Pocus and Moonbaby's Blame It On The Boom Boom. Aster is owned by 4 clovers , Erica Beattie. He was born in October of 2015. Aster is working towards his championship being shown by Billy Huntington . He is also an international championship and has received his fast cat title.  Ntl CH Casita's Across The Universe CA BCAT "Aster"

COMING SOON!

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Chronicle

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The canine chronicle is the place where you go to check the statistics of a dog and their standing in their group the new stats start on January 1, 2019. Looking into Beeps standing in the Top 40 dogs in the herding group in Miniature American Shepherds as of March 31, 2019. She is ranked 8 with 1 group two, 2 group threes, and 1 group four. Beep also has 12 best of breeds. Beep is also ranked number 2 for the grand champion ranking with 141 points as of March 31, 2019. These number will be subject to change, so stay toned for updates.  GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep" Owner: Erica Beattie

What is a Professional Handler?

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A professional handle r also known as a registered handler are self-employed people that travel the country with client dogs. They also specialize in specific breeds. Dog owners pay professionals to handle their dogs. Why? The owners want their dog to have the best performance.  Responsibilities at a show 1.      Presenting the dog to their advantages  2.      Grooming 3.      Communication 4.      Dress  5.      Working with veterinarians  Salary Source U.S. Burau of Labor Statistics , 2017  Median Annual Salary            $ 28,880          (13.88/hr) Top 10% Annual Salary           $ 56,000          (26.92/hr) Bottom 10% Annua...

Lumberton, NC April 27 & 28

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Two-day show at the Myrtle Beach Kennel Club located in Lumberton, NC over the days of April 27 & 28, 2019. There was a total of 7 Miniature American Shepherds entered. With the breakdown of 2 dogs in class, 2 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 1 champion bitch for both days.  Day One:  Typical dog show morning, getting ready and having your schedule put together for all your dogs for the day. Miniature American Shepherds were in ring 5 at 10:30 A.M. under the judge Sulie- Greendale Paveza . Beep and Billy went best of breed. Now they get to hang around until groups that were starting at 2:15 P.M. and the herding group was the 7 th group to go in. Beep! Beep! She and Billy got a group 4 under judge Sulie- Greendale Paveza ! GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep" Owner: Ecria Beattie Day Two:  Its day two, the schedule has been made they are in ring 5 at 8:30 A.M. under judge  Julie Felten .  Beep  and Billy are ...

Bossier City, LA Day 3 & 4

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Four-day show at the Shreveport kennel club located in Bossier City, LA over the days of April 19-22, 2019. There was a total of 11 Miniature American Shepherds entered day three and 4 entered on day four. With the breakdown of 3 dogs in class, 3 bitches in class, 3 champion dogs, and 2 champion bitches for day 3. 1 dogs in class, 1 bitches in class, 1 champion dogs, and 1 champion bitches for day 4.   Day Three: It’s the third day already, the morning is just starting for them, Beep standing on a table getting blown out and pretty for her ring time at 10:40 A.M. in ring four under Garry K Newton . Beep and Billy came out to be best of breeds. They were unsuccessful in the group ring under the judge Steve Keating .  Day Four: The morning is just starting for Beep standing on a table getting blown out and pretty for her ring time at 10:10A.M. in ring one under Steve Keating . Day 4 was the same as day three placement; best of breed. They were unsuccessful in ...

Bossier City, LA Day 1 & 2

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Four-day show at the Shreveport kennel club located in Bossier City, LA over the days of April 19-22, 2019. There was a total of 11 Miniature American Shepherds entered. With the breakdown of 3 dogs in class, 3 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 3 champion bitches for day 1.  Day 2 had the same breakdown as day 1: 3-3(2-3)   Day One: As every dog show morning goes, dogs take over. Ex-ing to feeding to grooming for the ring. The morning of the Bossier City, LA show Beep and Billy had everything planned. When their ring time was, what ring they were in, who they were showing under and amongst. Ring time was at 10:15 at ring two under judge Patricia Hastings . The judge went through all the classes and then it came time for best of breed. Like always dogs before bitches they line up in the ring waiting for the commands from the judge of what do to. They went around the ring to the table (Mini American Shepherds are a table breed). Table to their down and ...

Crown Point, IN April 13 & 14

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Two day show at the Steel City kennel club located in Crown Point, IN over the weekend of April 13 & 14, 2019. There was a total of 18 Miniature American Shepherds entered. With the breakdown of 6 dogs in class, 8 bitches in class, 2 champion dogs, and 1 champion bitches for day 1. For day 2 only one class bitch was added 6-9(2-1).   Day One:  Waking up early, ex-ing dogs (taking dogs to out to the bathroom), feeding, bathing, and blowing is an understatement of how dog show morning go. Getting the show site, you have your show schedule made; what ring and what time you are expected to show. Miniature American Shepherds were shown in ring 2 at 1 o’clock under the judge June A. Penta. The judge went through the classes and picked the winner dog along with the winner bitch. It then came to Best of Breed, all the dogs lined up; dogs in front of the bitches. Going over each dog, watching gait, and side movement. The judge only has 5 placements (Best of Breed, Best o...

Beep at Westminster

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Yes, that is correct Beep made her way to the big apple in February of 2019. Beep and Billy were showing every weekend to become climb to the top of the rankings . Beep made her way to being the number 1 bitch in Miniature American Shepherds bitch all systems in 2018. At Westminster , there were 11 champion dogs and 7 champion bitches. Fighting for only 5 placements (Breed, opposite sex, grand champion select dog, grand champion select bitch, an award of merit.) WE MADE THE CUT! Daughter like father… 3 years part both received an award of merit.  What is an award of merit ? Is an award that is made to outstanding entries that are not judged to be either BOB / BOV, BOS or SEL. GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP “Beep”  Owner: 4 Clovers

Billy Huntington

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Who is Billy Huntington ? Billy is a professional handler that shows on the East Coast. Before Billy became a professional handler he researched thoroughbred, Quarter horse. He is also the owner of Flawlessly Kennels that breed Smooth Fox Terriers and Bouvier des Flandres . He is a professional handler for the herding, toy, and terrier group. Billy is Beeps handler from the being of her career.  GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep"

Who is BEEP?

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GCHG Wyndemere' s Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP, “Beep” bred by Cynthia Booth. Beep is the daughter of GCH Away to Me Cadillac Jack, “CJ” and Wyndemere’s Country Girl CM. Beep is owned by 4 clovers , Erica Beattie. She was born in October of 2016. Beep finished her Championship in just two weekends with her Grand Championship finished in three weekends being shown by Billy Huntington. Beep has also received Grand Champion bronze, silver, and gold. She also received her canine good citizen , trick dog performer , and expect trick dog (level 4) title.  GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep" 

Beeps Points

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Conformation has many different point systems that every division follow. Pennsylvania follows under division 2 along with Delaware, New Jersey, and New York. There are a total of 15 divisions in the United States. Each country has its own point system that they follow. In the United States, there are many classes that are available to enter. Dogs are allowed to start showing at the age of six months in the class 6-9 months. As the dog gets older they move to other classes, 9-12 month and open. Becoming an AKC champion requires a lot of work and training. While the dog is in the puppy and open classes they will need to inquire 15 points and 2 majors. Once the dog as accomplished their championship (CH) they are moved into a new class called best of verity (BOV) or best of breed (BOB). Now the dogs are on their way to become a Grand Champion (GCH). They earn this title by gaining 25 points, 3 majors, and 3 CH defeated. What are majors? Majors are points that are collected when a n...

Why do dogs have long names?

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Every dog the is registered with the AKC is required. Each kennel has its own specific title that they attach to each puppy that they breed. The registered names cannot be repeated in the breed. The registered names correspond with their pedigree that allows people and other breeders to follow the breeding program or dog of their choice. Breeders use a name checker to make sure that the names that they would like to use have not been used.  GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep"

Show Schedule Secret

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In the conformation show world there is a non-spoken rule that handlers and breeders are not allowed to speak of their next show or where they have entered. There is this rule in play because if everyone shared where they are showing or entering other handlers would pull their dogs or not enter in those shows and potentially “break points.” Upcoming shows for conformation, rally and obedience can be found on Jim Rau or MBF . Agility, rally, dock diving, and obedience are not as strict as the conformation ring because the dogs are not competing against one another. Agility shows can be found on scores n more  and through different kennel club. Dock diving can be found on sport mutts and through the AKC.  GCHG Wyndemere's Baby U Can Drive My Car CGC TKP "Beep"