Model dogs

PURE BREED

• Pure breed model dog that is groomed according to conformation and ANKC standards.

CREATIVE

• Creative model dog may include trimming and/or dying of coat.  Model dogs must still be recognizable as a dog.

Model dogs must be purchased and sought by the competitor. DGAWA will provide a recommended place of purchase.  Model dogs are not judged within the “best in show.” Please set up your model dog from 8.30am-9am (by 9am) on the first day of the event, to be on display over the two days.  Please keep this in consideration when choosing style and props. Model dogs may be presented on a 50cm Table cloth and any props must fit within your 50cm space, including the business cards of competitor (optional).  All ornaments need to be attached securely. All model dogs must be presented with a before, during and after photo as evidence of original creativity.  You must pick up your model dog on completion of judging the second day. DGAWA are not held responsible for dogs not collected.

Model dogs will be judges on:
• Originality and creativity of your design and theme.
• Quality of technique.
• Sharpness and precision of clipper and scissoring finish.
• Blending of colours.
• Degree of difficulty of the Trim Style and Professionalism.
• There will be a public choice and a judges choice prize.
• This competition group does not have classes.