Handling Classes

Get your dog ring ready!

The conformation world is a competitive one. It is a world of professional handlers, breeders and fanciers. Before someone steps into the ring to show their dog it is important that not only the dog know what to do, but, the handler as well. The person showing the dog must remember that it is their job to present the dog to the best of their ability.

Unfortunately, Wendy retired from teaching handling classes on Aug 26, 2024.

It was a great pleasure to teach these classes for nearly 30 years. I learned a lot of all the various breeds and structure, and I was happy to pass on my knowledge of working with dogs for all of those who have benefited from my classes. Wishing everyone the best as they carry on with showing their dogs.

I will see you at a dog show somewhere!

The classes were taught by Wendy Hamilton-Petkau, who has been breeding and showing Golden Retrievers for 43 years. Wendy is a licensed for judging Groups 1,3, 4, 5 & 7 by the Canadian Kennel Club and is working towards her licenses for the remainder of the 2 groups.