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Getting started?

Hello,

I am new to hounds and looking for advice. I'm interested in doing bench shows. Are papers required? If so, is there a hardship registration that UKC offers? The dog is a Walker, but sire and dam are not papered. Do I have to be a member of any parent organizations or local clubs in order to show?

Also, what are some good resources for learning and teaching a hound pup how to stack? Any additional information is welcome.

Thank you.

Your dog would be a grade dog. There are no bench shows for grade dogs. You could maybe register him as X-bred, you would be able to hunt him in the UKC night hunts, water races, and field trials, but not bench shows.

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your best bet is to find someone in your area that does bench shows and does well and let them show you the ropes. maybe handle a finished dog with them and get a registered dog of your own to start on.

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