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Originally Posted by CMax  The "European" way is when the dog pushes against the leash. And the "American" way is when the dog is manually stacked, almost like hanging on the leash...
Anyway, 2 questions:
- where do I look for local handling classes, and
- where do I look for a handler?
CM |
ok, then yes, handling classes will teach the American way. Googling professional handlers will yield a list of handlers that you could start with. Maybe a better way is making connections through a handling class and local shows and get referrals. Not all handlers are the same (there are bad ones and there are good ones). As far as classes, look up some local facilities that have dog training and ask if they have or can direct you to conformation handling classes. And hopefully some DTers in your area can help out as well.