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Newspaper
Register Herald
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1998
Page
19
The Beckley West Virginia Kennel Club hosts a Saturday Spring Fling at Raleigh County Armory Civic Center with 100 plus breeds listed by ring and start times. Afghan Hounds to Samoyeds span rings 1 to 7 from 8 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., featuring breeds such as Akitas, Boxers, Chihuahuas, Poodles, Retrievers, and many others with varying judging slots.
The AKC requires registration, a minimum age of six months, intact status, and meeting the breed standard. Standards guide judging and colors or physical traits. seek help from experienced handlers and clubs. If not eligible, consider AKC programs like Canine Good Citizen and contact your local kennel club for brochures and guidance.
Dog owners receive guidance on housebreaking using crate and paper training. Crate training emphasizes outdoor elimination, controlled confinement, and frequent outdoor outings, with praise for success. Maintain fairness, start early, and consult breeders for crates.
Obedience trials aim to produce well behaved dogs in home and public settings with other dogs. The dog and handler must be accurate and conform to regulation requirements while showing willingness and enjoyment. A qualifying score requires over 50 percent in each exercise and a final 170 or more in a single regular class at a licensed trial or sanctioned match.
The American Kennel Club outlines its mission to maintain a registry for purebred dogs and preserve its integrity. It sanctions dog events that promote interest in breeding for type and function and takes actions deemed necessary to protect and ensure the continuation of the sport of purebred dogs.
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