SHIH TZU FANCIERS OF SOUTHERN CA
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SHIH TZU FANCIERS OF SOUTHERN CA
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How does a dog become a champion? Shih Tzu Fanciers Clubs in the U.S.
Good Dog...Show Dog. Is there a difference?
Showing
dogs is a wonderful sport that combines the thrill with the excitement of seeing beautiful dogs. Shih Tzu, with their arrogant carriage, long, flowing coats, and gorgeous, soft dark eyes, are spectacular in the show ring. The AKC approves and maintains the official records for thousands of sanctioned and licensed events every year. These events include dog shows, agility trials, field trials, obedience trials, lure coursing, hunting tests, herding trails, tracking and coonhound events.
Photo: Ch Show Off's I've Got Rhythm; Owner/Breeder: Ena Lane. "Rhythm" has sired 111 US Champions, (2nd highest in the history of the breed) turned 14 in Sept. 1999. Shih Tzu compete in dog shows, agility, and obedience trials. At a dog show, the main consideration is the dog's conformation or overall appearance and structure. There are three types of conformation dog shows: Specialty, Group and All Breed.
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of competition 
SPECIALTY
SHOWS
are limited to dogs of a specific breed or grouping of breeds,
for example the Shih Tzu Fanciers of Southern CA is for Shih Tzu only.
