
Almost everyone thinks their dog is adorable, but some pet owners are out to prove it. If you want the world to validate your opinion of your dog, you can enter it into dog shows. These shows grade a dog on such things as obedience, appearance, carriage, and flair. To be a champion, you’ll need some dog show supplies to help you on your way.
A first stop in the dog show supply search should be a book on your breed of dog. Because different breeds have different traits, the judges of a show will be looking for certain characteristics in your dog. From how best to groom your dog, to which tricks the breed is predisposed to learning, a book on your dog will go a long way in furthering your aspirations.
But mere knowledge is not enough; you’ll need to put it into practice. If you thought ordinary grooming was time consuming, dog shows may not be the place for you. A show dog needs to have its coat brushed to perfection; some breeds are even given a perm before the show! Other supplies you will need for your show dog to be a champion are a leash and collar, treats, nail files, tooth brush, clippers, accessories, and at least two grades of hair brush.