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AKC conformation judge, Lonnie Carrol of Bear Hug Griffons, joins us to cover everything in the show dog world. Very often we hear the phrase "function over form" and Lonnie explains why it shouldn't be an either/or situation and we should be striving for both form AND function.\nWatch Here!\n\nWhat are conformation shows?\n\nThe different classes and what it takes to earn championships\n\nCompete in 'classes' then move into the 'groups' before entering the 'best in show'\n\nDogs are judged against a breed standard. Then the dogs compete as to who best meets the standard.\n\nThe dog's 'structure' determines how they move more than external factors\n\nWhere do the breed standards come from?\n\nThe requirements of becoming a judge and keeping up with all of the breed standards\n\nThe 12,5,4 Rule (12 years, 5 litters bred, and 4 champions out of those litters)\n\nBalancing the looks with the purpose of the breed\n\nSometimes a breed is so pretty its detrimental\n\nIf there is a way to put a title on a dog then people will do it\n\nThe dog behavior needed in the show ring\n\nThe politics of the show ring environment\n\n-\nPresented By:\n\nStanding Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15%\n\nonX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20%\n\nSweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today!\nUpland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today!\nMarsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more)\n\nTrulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10%\n\nFurvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) use 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders\n-\nOther Partners:\nBPro Kennels\nEukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]\nBird Dog Society\n-\nGDIY Links:\nPatreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices