Minnesota 4-H Dog Showmanship Rules and Guidelines

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This handbook is intended for 4-H’ers, 4-H leaders, 4-H Program Coordinators, Extension Educators, Extension staff, parents, show coordinators, and judges. It is designed to help establish uniform rules, regulations, and procedures for 4-H Dog Showmanship throughout the state. Please use this handbook when setting up your 4-H Dog Showmanship programs, trainings, and shows. All judges should be made familiar with these “Minnesota 4-H Dog Showmanship Rules & Guidelines” as they may differ from other showmanship venues like the American Kennel Club (AKC) or United Kennel Club (UKC).

Acknowledgements

Faculty Reviewer: Bradley W. Rugg, 4-H Fairs and Animal Science Program Director, Center for 4-H Youth Development, University of Minnesota

Revision Team: This rulebook was revised by the Minnesota 4-H Dog Obedience and Showmanship Committee. Many thanks to Kathy Francis, Kelly Gentz, Marlene Keller, and Tammy Lorch for their hours of time and commitment to this revision.

Illustrations/Graphics: Betty Edgar

Design Editor: Tammy Lorch