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Equipment for shows/trials/competitions

JamieHalverson

Well-Known Member
So I volunteered at my first ever dog "event" yesterday. A K9 Nosework Elements Specialty Trial. I learned more as an odor box setter and parking lot attendant than I could have imagined! And it was like a tent city out in that parking lot!

Anyway, I am planning on trialing in a NW1 trial either in July or September, as long as we pass the ORT in June with Yogi, and I'm hoping to show in conformation with my new puppy. Anyway, I couldn't help but start a mental shopping list for making our day spent in a parking lot as comfortable as possible. Minus an RV, which I don't have, nor will be getting by then, I have the following planned purchases:

Reflective blankets and clips
fan(s)
pop up
cooling dog bed
water, bowels, etc.
cooler/food/beverages
chairs
X-pen

So what items could you not live without or found made for a more comfortable set up while trialing or showing?
 

maryl

Well-Known Member
show collars and leashes (extras just in case), brushes and clippers, drool towels and bibs, spray bottles for water, shampoo, cream rinse, towels and dryer (if he will be bathed at the show). Also useful....patience and a sense of humor!!!