Conformation
One should take the time to read the AKC Standard written for their particular breed and become familiar it. The judges use this Standard in determining winners and
making Champions. Dogs should be able to move and be sound.
The standard has major headings :
1. General Appearance
2. Size, Proportion, Substance
3. Head; Expression; Eyes; Ears; Skull; Muzzle; Bite (teeth)
4. Neck, Topline, Body, Tail
5. Forequarters
6. Hindquarters
7. Coat
8. Color
9. Gait
10.Temperament

The dogs are judged by the standard and compete in classes by a process of
elimination. Once a "Champion" they only compete for Best of Breed and do not have to be entered in the regular classes. There are 15 total points required for a "Championship" which includes 2 "majors" under 3 different judges.
The dogs/bitches are entered in regular classes and the winner of each class competes for Winners. The final selection for the judge is Best of Winners, Best of
Opposite Sex, and Best of Breed. The Best of Breed dog/bitch then goes on to Group and each first place from the group ring competes for Best in Show.
Showing your dog can be fun but more importantly is necessary if you are breeding. It proves that your dog has been bred to the Standard which are written by the
Breed Clubs.

It also says that your dog should be able to perform the duties and tasks
that it was bred for. The other important thing is that you get the necessary health
clearances before breeding.

Northern California Regional Specialty Award of Merit. Ch. Osa's Highland Fleck Extreme CGC, DD OFA-E / Elbows/Heart certified / Cystinuria-Normal

Newfoundland National 2002-3rd.in Brace in Carlisle PA.
Gigi, Quinn and Lilly at 6 months.