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NKC All-Breed Conformation Show Points
When only one dog is entered in any
classification, the dog must score 80 points or better (*See Chart Below*)
on a conformation breakdown before any points are awarded, in the Champion
class there must be competition for a win to be awarded. The judges’
decision is final. No appeal. To receive championship points each dog must
be registered with NKC. The show must be licensed by NKC and judged by an
NKC licensed show judge. All shows will have day of show registration to
accommodate all dogs.
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Conformation Points Break Down for
Judging |
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General appearance
(including Coat) |
10 |
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Head and Neck (teeth,
jaws, ears, eyes) |
15 |
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Front quarters (chest,
front feet, front legs, and shoulders) |
15 |
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Hind quarters (hips,
back, back feet & legs, and tail) |
15 |
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Special
characteristics of breed |
15 |
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Gait and movement |
15 |
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Temperament |
15 |
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Total |
100 Points |
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Championship points awarded:
All-Breed Dog Show |
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Best of Age |
10 |
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Best of Breed |
10 |
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Best of Group |
5 |
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Best in Show |
10 |
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Total Maximum
points in a show |
35 |
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NKC Licensed Conformation Classes
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Puppy Classes |
3-6 Months |
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Veteran Class |
4 Years and up |
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6-9 Months |
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Champion Class |
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9-12 Months |
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Grand Champion Class |
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Junior Class |
1-2 Years |
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Super Grand Champion |
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Senior Class |
2- 4 Years |
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* Ages apply to age
of dog on the day of the show. |
NKC Specialty Conformation Show Points
(Only One Breed
Represented)
When only one dog is entered in any
classification, the dog must score 80 points or better (*See Chart Below*)
on a conformation breakdown before any points are awarded, in the Champion
class there must be competition for a win to be awarded. The judges’
decision is final. No appeal. To receive championship points each dog must
be registered with NKC. The show must be licensed by NKC and judged by an
NKC licensed show judge. All shows will have day of show registration to
accommodate all dogs.
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Conformation Points Break Down for
Judging |
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Body |
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Overall |
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Shoulders |
10 Points |
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Temperament |
10 Points |
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Chest |
10 Points |
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Proportion |
5 Points |
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Hindquarters |
10 Points |
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Movement |
5 Points |
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Legs |
5 Points |
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Subtotal |
20 Points |
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Neck |
5 Points |
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Head |
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Back |
5 Points |
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Size and Shape |
10 Points |
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Feet |
5 Points |
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Muzzle |
5 Points |
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Tail and Coat |
5 Points |
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Bite/Teeth |
5 Points |
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Subtotal |
60 Points |
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Subtotal |
20 Points |
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Total |
100 Points |
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Championship points awarded:
Specialty Show (One Breed Represented) |
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First Place Class |
15 Points |
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Second Place Class |
10 Points |
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Third Place Class |
5 Points |
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Best of Sex ("Best
Male & Best Female" Puppy & Adult) |
10 Points |
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Best of Show Overall |
10 Points |
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Best Puppy of Show |
10 Points |
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Reserve Best Male or
Female |
5 Points |
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Total Points that may
be earned in one show |
35 points |
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NKC Licensed Conformation Classes
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Puppy Classes |
3-6 Months |
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Veteran Class |
4 Years and up |
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6-9 Months |
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Champion Class |
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9-12 Months |
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Grand Champion Class |
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Junior Class |
1-2 Years |
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Super Grand Champion |
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Senior Class |
2- 4 Years |
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* Ages apply to age
of dog on the day of the show. |
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