The Conformation Conversation

SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor interviews Dandie Dinmont Terrier breeder, Sandra Pretari Hicks of King's Mtn Dandies.

Official Standard of the Border Collie Preamble: The Border Collie originated in the Border country between Scotland and England where the shepherds' breeding selection was based on biddable stock sense and the ability to work long days on rugged terrain. As a result of this selective breeding, the Border Collie developed the unique working style of gathering and fetching the stock with wide sweep...

Official Standard of the Löwchen General Appearance: A small, bright, and lively dog that originated as a companion breed in pre-Renaissance Europe where ladies of the court groomed it in the likeness of a little lion. Breed characteristics are a compact, balanced body; a relatively short, broad topskull and muzzle; and a proud, lively gait that accentuates the lion cut with a long flowing mane. T...

Official Standard of the Dachshund General Appearance: Low to ground, long in body and short of leg, with robust muscular development; the skin is elastic and pliable without excessive wrinkling. Appearing neither crippled, awkward, nor cramped in his capacity for movement, the Dachshund is well-balanced with bold and confident head carriage and intelligent, alert facial expression. His hunting sp...

SDPS Founder Vicki Ronchette talks about all the ins and outs of showing an AKC FSS breed with Shikoku breeder Michele Gori.

Vicki interviews Dachshund breeder Dan Harrison of Boondox Dachshunds.

This is the audio from Vicki's free webinar on taking her Dachshund Rook From Shy to Showy Part Two.

Vicki Ronchette discusses the behaviors necessary for the show ring and gives an overview of how they are taught.

Vicki interviews Portuguese Water Dog breeder, Rèmy Smith Lewis of Rèmis Portuguese Water Dogs.

Vicki Ronchette interviews Standard Manchester Terrier breeder and professional handler, Trina Taylor.

Vicki Ronchette discusses how dog shows work and what a day at the dog show looks like.

Vicki Ronchette discusses how to be aware when choosing a breeder, entering in a co ownership and getting your first show dog.

SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette talks to Portuguese Water Dog breeder Remy Smith-Lewis on how quality breeders can be more assessable to the good homes looking for them.

Host Vicki Ronchette shares ideas on how to create a calm, comfortable and safe space at dog shows. 

Show Dog Prep School Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette discusses placing our puppies.

Vicki invites viewers to ask questions about reactivity.    www.showdogprepschool.com

Show Dog Prep School Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette interviews longtime Great Dane breeder Jennifer Constantinidis and her daughter professional handler Betty Jo Pyle.

Vicki interviews Junior Handler Ava Hata. 

Vicki interviews Bex Munson and Lisa Marino, both weight pull enthusiasts and competitors. 

This was done as a Facebook live presentation. Vicki discusses teaching her fearful show dog how to feel comfortable in the show ring. Full video available on Facebook page and on YouTube.

Vicki talks to professional trainers/behavior consultants Andrea Stone, Chelsea Murray, Paula Nowak and Hannah Pemberton about dealing with reactive dogs. 

Vicki discusses co-ownerships mean, why they exist and what to consider before entering into one.

Vicki talks with four other professional dog trainer/behavior consultants: Andrea Stone, Allie Lowry and Cherie Ekholm. 

Trigger stacking is a common issue in dealing with fearful, reactive or over aroused dogs. Guess what? It affects people too.

Vicki discusses your mental preparation and mindset for the show ring.