American Bully Kennel Club ( ABKC)
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HOME OF THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN BULLY SINCE 2004.
The American Bully Kennel Club, or A.B.K.C. for short, is the official registry worldwide for the American Bully. The American Bully breed was created in 1990 and gained recognition and establishment in 2004, per the inception of the A.B.K.C. The American Bully breed has been selectively bred to give America’s breed a new direction and outlet. Like with the American Staffordshire Terrier, all the positive characteristics of the breed’s ancestry were kept like loyalty, stability with humans and other physical attributes; but traits of dog aggression and gameness were bred out of the breed because the breed had no future and purpose for those traits. What differentiates this breed from the American Staffordshire Terrier is the physical appearance. This breed is built with heavier bone structure and a “Bullier” build. A reinvented breed was formed with the purpose of being the ultimate companion breed, and this breed is the “American Bully.”
The A.B.K.C. was not only created for the American Bully, it was created to bring people together in unity and diversity and to allow people to come together with the common bond or enjoying their companions. The A.B.K.C. is not limited to the American Bully breed alone. The A.B.K.C. is now a multi breed registry specializing in Bully breeds. The events and shows hosted by the A.B.K.C. are to help fanciers learn to show their dogs and positively promote breeds. These events are helping to educate the public and promote the positive nature of the American Bully breed. The goal of the A.B.K.C. is to bring people together for their love of the breed and to help break down negative stereotype of both the breed and people. Please support the registry created for you and the breed. The A.B.K.C. is the only official registry for the American Bully breed worldwide.
The American Bully Kennel Club, or A.B.K.C. for short, is the official registry worldwide for the American Bully. The American Bully breed was created in 1990 and gained recognition and establishment in 2004, per the inception of the A.B.K.C. The American Bully breed has been selectively bred to give America’s breed a new direction and outlet. Like with the American Staffordshire Terrier, all the positive characteristics of the breed’s ancestry were kept like loyalty, stability with humans and other physical attributes; but traits of dog aggression and gameness were bred out of the breed because the breed had no future and purpose for those traits. What differentiates this breed from the American Staffordshire Terrier is the physical appearance. This breed is built with heavier bone structure and a “Bullier” build. A reinvented breed was formed with the purpose of being the ultimate companion breed, and this breed is the “American Bully.”
The A.B.K.C. was not only created for the American Bully, it was created to bring people together in unity and diversity and to allow people to come together with the common bond or enjoying their companions. The A.B.K.C. is not limited to the American Bully breed alone. The A.B.K.C. is now a multi breed registry specializing in Bully breeds. The events and shows hosted by the A.B.K.C. are to help fanciers learn to show their dogs and positively promote breeds. These events are helping to educate the public and promote the positive nature of the American Bully breed. The goal of the A.B.K.C. is to bring people together for their love of the breed and to help break down negative stereotype of both the breed and people. Please support the registry created for you and the breed. The A.B.K.C. is the only official registry for the American Bully breed worldwide.
ABKC UK Shows Email : [email protected]
We held the first ever ABKC show in the UK in July 2015, as of 2016 there will be 3 double shows every year here in the UK. The shows will be hosted by us here at Blackskull Kennels and Dynamight Kennels, the shows are to provide a platform to show your American Bullies and other breeds to hopefully get a chance to make them Champoins or even Grand Champoins. To register your dogs with the ABKC you firstly must have a genuine pedigree for tha dog then sinply click the link below and print off the registration form and send it away to the ABKC.
http://theabkcdogs.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Registration_Form_International.pdf
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ABKC Mission StatementThe ABKC Junior Showmanship Program was created to educate, teach and encourage our junior handlers in the sport of dog showing (conformation or performance), in basic dog anatomy, in promoting of responsible ownership and good breeding practices. The ABKC Junior Showmanship Program will recognize the achievements of our Junior Handlers and will reward both participation and excellence in various aspects of the sport of dog showing. The ABKC believes that the children that get involved in the sport of dog showing are the future of the ABKC and education and good sportsmanship is the key. Teaching children is an honor and a privilege that carries with it a moral responsibility to contribute to the healthy character development of junior handlers. Members of the ABKC who equate trying your best as the definition of success — and parents who value, expect, and demand good sportsmanship from their child — help shape the moral, ethical, and spiritual character of children.
Divisions:Half-pint Showmanship Class: Children 2-4 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year. Parents are required to accompany their child and dog in to ring to ensure the safety of handlers and their dogs. All junior handlers will receive a participation ribbon.
Limited Showmanship Class: Children 4-8 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year. All junior handlers will receive a participation ribbon.
Novice Showmanship 8-13: Children 8-13 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year who have not won three 1st place ribbons, with competition. After three 1st places wins continuing into open division.
Open Showmanship 8-13: Children 8 years to 13 years as of January 1st of that current calendar year that have won three or more 1st place ribbons in the Novice division. Junior Handlers 13 years of age (as of January 1st) may move up to Open division , or if child has not earned at least one 1st place in the Open 8-13 division, child may opt to enter Novice 13-18. If child has earned one or more 1st place ribbons in Open 8-13, child must move to Open 13-18.
Novice Showmanship 13-18: Children 13-18 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year that have not won three 1st place ribbons in novice or one 1st place ribbon in Open.
Open Showmanship 13-18: Children 13-18 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year that have won three or more 1st place ribbons in Novice or one first place ribbon in Open.
Best Junior Handler: First place winners from Novice 8-13, Open 8-13, Novice 13-18 and Open 13-18 compete for best overall Junior Handler. Half-pint and Limited participants are not eligible to show in this class.
ELIGIBLE DOGS:Any dog, whether intact or altered, with or without registration papers may be entered in this class. The handler is the only participant of the team that is being evaluated.
NOTE TO PARENTS: It is extremely critical that you exercise care when choosing a dog for your child to handle. Dogs can be very excited when in the ring, therefore please choose a dog that is experienced, mannerly, and that your child has a rapport with. It is of utmost importance that we avoid any injuries or incidents that may negatively impact our children and/or the dogs. If you have questions about whether a dog is suitable for the age/size/experience of the child, please contact one of the ABKC judges listed at www.theabkcdogs.org
JUDGING CRITERIA:A. To be judged on – Does the dog and handler appear to work as a team?
1) Presentation of breed being shown
a. Does the dog and handler appear to work as a team?
b. Is the dog under the handler’s control?
c. Is the dog moving correctly and safely around the ring?
d. Is the dog being presented with minimal effort?
e. Is the dog presented in such a way that its faults are minimized?
2) Skill in individual dog presentation
a. Is the dog presented in a way where its faults are minimized?
b. Is the dog interested in the handler and does it appears at ease?
c. Is the dog responsive and attentive to handler?
d. Is the dog presented with minimal effort?
3) Knowledge of Ring Procedure
a. Does the handler keep a distance between dogs to avoid crowding?
b. Does the handler follow directions?
c. Can the handler execute a pattern if asked?
B. Is the handler knowledgeable and competent in basic care, anatomy, breed standards and handling of dogs: – Things they should know and parents should teach at home
1) Does the handler know names of basic parts of a dog? (see diagram)
a. Hock
b. Elbow
c. Stifle
d. Croup
e. Muzzle and flew
f. Withers
g. Tail
h. Shoulder
i. Forearm
j. Hip
k. Back
l. Occiput (poll)
m. Top skull
n. Crest (of neck)
o. Underjaw
p. Forechest
Divisions:Half-pint Showmanship Class: Children 2-4 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year. Parents are required to accompany their child and dog in to ring to ensure the safety of handlers and their dogs. All junior handlers will receive a participation ribbon.
Limited Showmanship Class: Children 4-8 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year. All junior handlers will receive a participation ribbon.
Novice Showmanship 8-13: Children 8-13 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year who have not won three 1st place ribbons, with competition. After three 1st places wins continuing into open division.
Open Showmanship 8-13: Children 8 years to 13 years as of January 1st of that current calendar year that have won three or more 1st place ribbons in the Novice division. Junior Handlers 13 years of age (as of January 1st) may move up to Open division , or if child has not earned at least one 1st place in the Open 8-13 division, child may opt to enter Novice 13-18. If child has earned one or more 1st place ribbons in Open 8-13, child must move to Open 13-18.
Novice Showmanship 13-18: Children 13-18 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year that have not won three 1st place ribbons in novice or one 1st place ribbon in Open.
Open Showmanship 13-18: Children 13-18 years of age as of January 1st of that current calendar year that have won three or more 1st place ribbons in Novice or one first place ribbon in Open.
Best Junior Handler: First place winners from Novice 8-13, Open 8-13, Novice 13-18 and Open 13-18 compete for best overall Junior Handler. Half-pint and Limited participants are not eligible to show in this class.
ELIGIBLE DOGS:Any dog, whether intact or altered, with or without registration papers may be entered in this class. The handler is the only participant of the team that is being evaluated.
NOTE TO PARENTS: It is extremely critical that you exercise care when choosing a dog for your child to handle. Dogs can be very excited when in the ring, therefore please choose a dog that is experienced, mannerly, and that your child has a rapport with. It is of utmost importance that we avoid any injuries or incidents that may negatively impact our children and/or the dogs. If you have questions about whether a dog is suitable for the age/size/experience of the child, please contact one of the ABKC judges listed at www.theabkcdogs.org
JUDGING CRITERIA:A. To be judged on – Does the dog and handler appear to work as a team?
1) Presentation of breed being shown
a. Does the dog and handler appear to work as a team?
b. Is the dog under the handler’s control?
c. Is the dog moving correctly and safely around the ring?
d. Is the dog being presented with minimal effort?
e. Is the dog presented in such a way that its faults are minimized?
2) Skill in individual dog presentation
a. Is the dog presented in a way where its faults are minimized?
b. Is the dog interested in the handler and does it appears at ease?
c. Is the dog responsive and attentive to handler?
d. Is the dog presented with minimal effort?
3) Knowledge of Ring Procedure
a. Does the handler keep a distance between dogs to avoid crowding?
b. Does the handler follow directions?
c. Can the handler execute a pattern if asked?
B. Is the handler knowledgeable and competent in basic care, anatomy, breed standards and handling of dogs: – Things they should know and parents should teach at home
1) Does the handler know names of basic parts of a dog? (see diagram)
a. Hock
b. Elbow
c. Stifle
d. Croup
e. Muzzle and flew
f. Withers
g. Tail
h. Shoulder
i. Forearm
j. Hip
k. Back
l. Occiput (poll)
m. Top skull
n. Crest (of neck)
o. Underjaw
p. Forechest