Conformation Handling Class with Sheena Rafferty

07/02/2025

Reminder: There is no class on Saturday 05-Jul-2025.

Good luck to everyone entered in the Portage Kennel Club shows and trials!

06/25/2025

The Golden Retriever Club of Manitoba is hosting an all-breed sanction match on Thursday July 3 in Portage La Prairie. Come out and get some practice at the show site!

05/21/2025

Reminder: There is no class on Saturday 24-May-2025.

Good luck to everyone entered in the Fort Garry Kennel Club shows and trials!!

04/17/2025

Support our Junior Handlers!! Manitoba Junior Handling Provincials will be held in conjunction with the Assiniboine Kennel Club show on Saturday Apr 19 after Best in Show. Show your support by coming out to cheer them all on!

Learn more about junior handling on the CKC website:

Getting started in Junior Handling is easy - all you need is a love for dogs! (Dog ownership is not required, but parental consent is!)

04/16/2025

Reminder: No class on Saturday Apr 19.

Good luck to everyone entered in the Assiniboine Kennel Club show!!

04/13/2025

Get some show site practice before the Assiniboine show! The Manitoba Gazehound Association is hosting an all-breed conformation sanction match Thursday Apr 17. Entries accepted on site prior to match start at 6:00pm. $10 per entry. The match is judged by Jeff Burtch.

03/09/2025

Edited: **Only Mar 15 at 5:00 or 6:00pm is available.**

Classes are filling up! If you would like to attend conformation class before the Assiniboine Kennel Club show, please register online/PM me as soon as possible. I have space available next weekend, Saturday Mar 15 at both 5:00 and 6:00pm, Mar 22 at 5:00pm (FULL), and Mar 29 at 5:00pm (FULL).

Conformation handling class for all ages and skill levels. Serving Winnipeg and the surrounding area.

03/08/2025

Buckle up! Mud Season is quickly approaching 😅🥴

01/01/2025

~ !! HAPPY NEW YEAR !! ~
Wishing you a year full of endless possibilities and unforgettable memories! Embrace new challenges, cherish the journey, and celebrate every victory.

12/25/2024

May your holidays be filled with joy and laughter!

12/15/2024

Last night was the last class of 2024. Enjoy a 2 week break, with classes resuming again on 04-Jan-2025.

It's been a pleasure to be part of your success in the conformation ring in 2024 and I'm looking forward to seeing you in 2025!!

11/22/2024

What does your conformation cue list include? Here's my list:

Stand = 4 feet on the ground, not moving, ideally in a 4-square position.
Watch = look at my face.
Bait = look at the bait. The bait might be in my hand or on the floor.
Tail = hold your tail up.
Teeth = head tilts up and teeth are shown.
Open = open mouth.
Break = free to change position.
Stay = hold your current position.
Let's go = trot around the ring on a loose lead, looking forward.
Turn = turn right.
Get in = turn left.
Lift = I'm going to pick you up.

It's important to keep your cues consistent, unique, and make them clear to your dog to prevent confusion. When we cue our dogs, we are telling them what we expect and/or what is going to happen next. This will give them comfort and confidence both in the ring and in every day life.