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The Winning Edge: Show Ring Secrets (Hardcover)

by George Alston (Author) "THERE ARE all kinds of handlers in this world ..." (more)
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George Alston, an expert dog handler for more than 30 years, teams with author Connie Vanacore on The Winning Edge: Show Ring Secrets. Combining sports psychology and dog showing, topics include psychocybernetics, the making of a show dog, learning from the competition, and etiquette and sportmanship. The Winning Edge: Show Ring Secrets is "an essential for every dog exhibitor's bookshelf."


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An experienced professional dog handler, Alston offers tips on showing in either conformation or obedience rings. His advice on canine health, training, etiquette, and ring preparation is sound, helpful, and very concise. While much of this information is covered in other books, Alston's handbook provides quick reference and some new ideas; his frank discussions of campaigning and the psychology of showing also help make this a unique and contemporary addition to collections needing a book on handling. Beginners looking for basic "secrets" on training, grooming, breeds, or special handling situations won't find them here. Instead they should turn to Mario Migliorini's more basic Secrets of Dog Show Handling (Prentice-Hall Pr., 1982. 2d ed.), which this complements. The Winning Edge has value as a specialized guide to showing and should be considered for patron audiences that include large numbers of dog show exhibitors.
- Carolyn Alexander, Technical Information Ctr., Ft. Hunter Liggett, Cal.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Winning Edge : Show Ring Secrets, Jun 7 2004
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I totally disagree with the the person who wrote the first review. i don't know about him, but i'm not paying $25 an entry to lose. I am an owner handler and took no offense to his comments. Alston is trying to give you yor winning edge. He's honest and forthright and I would buy this bokok over and over again if i had all the money in the world.
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5.0 out of 5 stars NOT FOR THE NOVICE OR BEGINNER!!!, May 3 2004
By Jessica Young (Chatham, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This is a detailed book designed to guide you through your Speciality dogs' campaigning. This is not a book made to help class dogs win in the breed ring. This is written especially for Group 1's and Best In Show wins. I highly recommend reading this book before attending one of his seminars to be prepared what and what not to ask. This author has had mulitple BIS dogs in his resume' and has a unlimited wealth of knowledge in the sport. This book can teach you everything from installing fear into your competition, to getting the photographer to take the kind of picture YOU want. This is the best book on the market for the Advanced Owner-Handler or Professional Handler.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Superb guide by a real Pro & truly full of useful "secrets", Jul 6 2003
By M. Mercedes (East Coast, USA) - See all my reviews
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Contrary to the comments a previous reviewer, I hope most will realize the value of this excellent and practical book and give it a try. The criticism of the "reader from Texas," is INANE and inappropriate. FIRST of all, the author never pretends to be a writer. He is, however, an accomplished Pro Handler with a track record of big show wins and real life experience to share about what to do (and not to do) in the show ring. SECOND, as for the comment about "how many times he belittled the owner-handler in this book," that too is utter nonsense. He is simply pointing out the kinds of behaviors that will NOT help you to win in the ring, and isn't that the ENTIRE POINT of reading this book??? Yes, showing dogs is a sport, but the reader is in La La Land if he does not realize that what "the judge likes," and "how to hide faults" are paramount to successfully showing and winning with your dog. The author does not pretend to be there to discuss "important aspects" of dogs. One presumes that the book will be bought and read to help the amateur handler understand how best to handle their dog in the ring. Ignore this reviewer and read this book! I found it to be extremely down-to-earth and full of little gems of wisdom and hints to remember and apply. I have bought a number of more "professionally written and less judgmental" books on showing and handling and they are too bland and so general as to be useless. They are NOT going to be the ones that I will refer back to and read again-- but this book will be read again and again. It's aptly named. It is indeed full of little secrets that are important to know in the show ring. It is an OUTSTANDING and entertaining reference in a gritty, no-nonsense way. I HIGHLY recommend it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Quality Information
That is what is contained in this book. He discussed all topics which he covers in his handling classes. It's an excellent stand alone, or in conjunction with his seminars. Read more
Published on Nov 28 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Holy Bible for Dog Showing
This is the best book ever! It teaches you everything you need to know and how to present your dog correctly. Read more
Published on Oct 18 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful and Informative
This book's focus is for the owner-handler/ amateur handler to aspire to the professionalism of the pro handler. Read more
Published on Aug 22 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars DogRead Book of the Month
DogRead book of the month July, 200o This book was chose to be on the prestigious 'DogRead' as a book selection of the month. We only do 12 books a year. Read more
Published on Jan 25 2002 by treshell jones

5.0 out of 5 stars The Winning Edge : Show Ring Secrets
Excellent book. I find this book works well in concert with "Show Me". The information is helpful for the novice and the advancing handler.
Published on Dec 6 2001 by Joyce A. Maley

2.0 out of 5 stars DON'T BUY IT
I'm not sure who the intended audience is for this book. If you don't already know the terminology of dog showing (such as stacking, gaiting, baiting, etc. Read more
Published on Jul 30 2001

2.0 out of 5 stars DON'T BUY IT
I'm not sure who the intended audience is for this book. If you don't already know the terminology of dog showing (such as stacking, gaiting, baiting, etc. Read more
Published on Jul 30 2001

3.0 out of 5 stars Practice makes perfect
This book is full of good basic information and helpful reminders. But if it's secrets you are looking for, the real secret is there are none! Read more
Published on May 6 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars What A Find!
I was captivated by this book! Couldn't put it down! Mr Alston tells it like he sees it, and doesn't pull any punches. Read more
Published on Mar 25 2001 by Elaine Lee

4.0 out of 5 stars A must have for the owner-handler.
There's a lot of great information here, and anyone considering taking their own dogs into the conformation ring should read this book. Read more
Published on Mar 8 2001 by D. M. Massey

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