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| The Winning Edge: Show Ring Secrets (Howell Reference Books) | 
 enlarge | Author: George Alston
Publisher: Howell Book House
Category: Book
List Price: $27.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  37 reviews
Sales Rank: 70257
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 176
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.6
ISBN: 0876058349
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.70888
UPC: 785555038103
EAN: 9780876058343
ASIN: 0876058349
Publication Date: May 16, 1992
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| Customer Reviews:
 NOT FOR THE NOVICE OR BEGINNER!!! May 3, 2004
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
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.
Superb guide by a real Pro & truly full of useful "secrets" July 6, 2003
26 out of 28 found this review helpful
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.
Quality Information November 29, 2002
5 out of 7 found this review helpful
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. Highly recommended for all handlers, beginner or experienced.
Holy Bible for Dog Showing October 18, 2002
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is the best book ever! It teaches you everything you need to know and how to present your dog correctly. I highly recomend it to anyone who wish to know more about showing your dogs.
Wonderful and Informative August 22, 2002
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
This book's focus is for the owner-handler/ amateur handler to aspire to the professionalism of the pro handler. The author points out the common mistakes of owner-handlers and how to avoid and correct them. This is not a book on the basics of dog showing, but good for someone who already grasps the concepts of handling and showing dogs. Alston's focus is on the handler doing his job rather than the dog. He incorporates sports psychology and how to prep yourself mentally. He also goes into showing the dog to the best advantage, how to emphasize the strenghs rather than the faults of the dog (since we know all dogs have them). He does not cover how to hide faults, because you really can't. All in all, it's a great step towards improving your performance in the ring, resulting in a better performance from your dog.
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