HI there, we are new to cockers, but have shown our 11 year Weimaraner when she was younger. We also have a 4 year old Border Collie.
I have taken ownership of my mother in laws 12 month old Cocker spaniel bitch, as she has been taken ill and can no longer exercise and care for her as she needs. She is full KC reg, and we wanted to hopefully have some fun showing her at open shows at first. However, she is not from a major breeder and as to date has not had any righcraft training. However, as soon as she comes to us in a couple of days and has settled in I intend on taking her to ringcraft classes.
My questions are : At 12 months old is it too late to get her used to t he idea of showing ?
2) could I post some photos of her and ask your honest opinion of whether or not she is suitable.
She has correct scrissor bite, fantastic outgoing temparament. She is Orange Roan and has a full tail.
I have a picture of a head shot to start with and will take a photo of her standing for you to have a look at.
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p71/Colley1275/DSC00148.jpgMy daughter is wanting to perhaps start with the junior KC cluib with her and also do her good citizens too.
Many thanks so much in advance for you help.
Regards Rachel