... Someone gave an honest critique/opinion on your dog but you didn't like/don 't agree with what he/she said?
I am usually very open for honest critiques on my show dogs. I like other more experienced show people/judges to tell me the truth on what they think of them. If my dogs have a certain fault on them be it structure or movement that I cannot see or pin point out myself, I'd like them to tell me where the fault is & what is the problem with it, etc.
Not if that personal actually knew what they were talking about. Doesn't matter if I am going to like hearing it, especially considering my new dog will be a work and show potential. Owners/Breeders with more experience willing to give me honest and factual critiques on him are more than welcome to do so.
How else are you going to learn?
Can't comment on the show aspect as I don't show dogs.
I can take critiques on my Obedience training because I'm still learning and appreciate it. Though I don't appreciate comments by people talking out of their a $ $ es. Like the lady working at a pet store that said I should stop asking my dog to stay in a DOWN because he was like a kid in a candy store - so apparently she allows her child to act like a crazed baffoon in a candy store too.
pets question and answers,www.5d2d.com For horse shows I am not even really critiqued there because I do jumper - I just have to make sure I don't hit the fences and all that matters is how many you end up knocking down that goes against you. But if you do something like dressage - it's a point system and your faults are what go against you and whatever the judges deem to be a default should be viewed as a critique and used to better your riding. Same can go for dogs - if you and your dog were perfect , you would always be in first place - if you aren't, then there is room for improvement.
No, if they are professionals and you are in the show ring then that is exactly what you want. 1. if there is a flaw in the dog, then you'd learn to maybe get the dog into working trials or agility instead of the show ring. No sense in trying to title a dog that has something out of breed standard. If it is a critique of how you are presenting, then it gives you the direction on what to work on. Contact local training facilities and see if anyone has a "drop in handling" class. This way you can work in a fun environment with your peers. It should only cost $ 5 or $ 10 for an evening class.
Many people have their own interpretation of their breed's standard, I know what I consider ideal may not be by other people in my breed & I like having perspective other than my own by people I respect. I don't expect to hear that any of my dogs that are sent out have any major faults, but if we are talking about something minor, then I'll definitely try and take an objective, closer look. Still doesn 't mean they're either right or I agree, but I wouldn't be offended. If I'm asking for opinion, then that's what I'll get
Nah, i'd appreciate it as long as it's done constructively ..
pets question and answers,www.5d2d.com My blue merle btch that I bought last December went through an awful, awful puppy uglies stage-My boss/mentor made sure that I knew that Emmy was knock-kneed and ran like a "bulldog";) She also would critique my handling and showed me how to change what I was doing to compliment my ugly dog;) For Emmy, going slower was key, since i tend to stretch out and fly around the ring, and once I started to slow my **** down, Emmy started improving and started gaiting a bit smoother.
This next time around, I am letting the breeders choose my puppy instead of wanting my own pick. This kennel has been in business for years upon years and I fully trust them to give me a good btch.
I am not easily offended but i rarely receive any negative comments about my dog ... a few who move away because i have a "vicious jack russell terrier" which i don't but it does not bother me if someone feels they need to move away .. . i am not into the whole show dog thing ... reminds me of beauty pageants which are so pathetic, like somehow there is an ultimate that defines beauty or the right way to look ... kinda makes me want to gag ...
It not the opinion it is the reason behind why they are giving it
pets question and answers,www.5d2d.com I have asked friends and others in my breed for an honest opinion and sometimes they are hard to get
When they come unsolicited them you start to wonder about the motivations of the person - their is too much trying to run someones confidence down to give the edge to the other person in conformation Competition
"kennel blindness" is a problem with alot of show people. I have found the more "experienced" they are the "blinders" are permanant/
And most don't handle criticism very well either.
If the people know what they are talking about I don't care. However, if somebody is putting down my dog in a mean way just to be rude then I get a little upset.
No,
because i know my poodle has stumpy legs and is mean to everybody, but I still like her no matter what.
