FT question
FT question
can a spayed female compete in a field trial?
Re: FT question
AF yes I cant speak for AKC.
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Re: FT question
I'm sure they can... but some of the more seasoned FT folks could answer that for sure!!
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Re: FT question
Yep, they can in NSTRA.
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Re: FT question
AF yes, NSTRA yes (I personally know of CH in each which are spayed)...not sure about the rest. I do not think it matters as long as it is a recognized registered pointing breed.
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Re: FT question
It's only the Show Ring that won't allow "fixed" animals. All the field/performance events in every format that I am aware of (most of them) will allow fixed animals.
Re: FT question
yes they can compete.
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Why would somone want to compete with a fixed dog? The whole point is to provide documented evidence that a dog/bitch is better than most - for the improvement of breeding programs. The only exception I could think of would be if you actually own the sire / dam of the fixed dog and wanted a record of their offspring's performance other than that you're throwing away your money. Take the dog hunting instead and let the dog enjoy a low-pressure life style.
Just my 2 cents.
Just my 2 cents.
Re: FT question
They sure can compete in trials. Go out and have fun and learn the ropes.
I am sure you will have a blast and get some more time out with your dog.
Lots of great people to meet out there.
Good luck and let us know how you do.
Mav....
I am sure you will have a blast and get some more time out with your dog.
Lots of great people to meet out there.
Good luck and let us know how you do.
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Re: FT question
Probably just for the enjoyment of the competition and camaraderie with others. It also gives you somthing to do with your dog almost all year long. Dogs do not feel pressured they enjoy the outings.A lot of the dogs are bred so infrequently they may as well be fixed.rhines wrote:Why would somone want to compete with a fixed dog? The whole point is to provide documented evidence that a dog/bitch is better than most - for the improvement of breeding programs. The only exception I could think of would be if you actually own the sire / dam of the fixed dog and wanted a record of their offspring's performance other than that you're throwing away your money. Take the dog hunting instead and let the dog enjoy a low-pressure life style.
Just my 2 cents.
FC Diamond - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=9
FC Mac - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=949
Dillion - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=950
Chrome - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=951
Alex - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=946
Cher - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=952
FC Mac - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=949
Dillion - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=950
Chrome - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=951
Alex - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=946
Cher - http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=952
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Because it's fun! Good dogs, good people, good times.rhines wrote:Why would somone want to compete with a fixed dog? The whole point is to provide documented evidence that a dog/bitch is better than most - for the improvement of breeding programs. The only exception I could think of would be if you actually own the sire / dam of the fixed dog and wanted a record of their offspring's performance other than that you're throwing away your money. Take the dog hunting instead and let the dog enjoy a low-pressure life style.
Just my 2 cents.
The training required for competition is good for both dogs and owners, and makes for more responsible dog ownership IMO. I wish rescue dogs could compete as well.
Besides, not every dog that enters or even places in field trials should be bred. There are levels of quality in every venue.
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Proving a bloodline is more than proving an individual animal. Competing with fixed animals shows the production of the sire/dam.rhines wrote:Why would somone want to compete with a fixed dog? The whole point is to provide documented evidence that a dog/bitch is better than most - for the improvement of breeding programs. The only exception I could think of would be if you actually own the sire / dam of the fixed dog and wanted a record of their offspring's performance other than that you're throwing away your money. Take the dog hunting instead and let the dog enjoy a low-pressure life style.
Just my 2 cents.