Beagles in Show. Whether your beagle shows full-time in the ring or part-time at the field trials, this forum can be helpful and informative for those seeking better conformation in their beagles, and presenting them at their best to the judge.
Moore Beagles wrote:I'll try to post a short video clip. If I get my backyard fence rabbit proofed, and one takes off after a rabbit like them OAKHILL pups that will settle it!!!!!!!!
Just did a little editin for ya LMAO
And if they start like Sallys pup LOOK OUT!!!!!!
From Field to Show and Show to Field the way it should be
Hard to tell from the pictures. Some things to consider: What is their motion like. Which one free stacks more correct than the other. Do they stack up naturally with hocks parallel. When standing naturally do the front legs fall straight down below the withers (indicating a well laid back shoulder) or are they too far forward. Do front feet turn in or out. With youngsters front feet turning slightly out would be better than if they turn in. Is depth of chest at least down to the elbow. Too carved out between the eyes is not good (moderately well defined stop). Puppy heads are probably more difficult to judge than how they use themselves (bone structure). Both look like nice pups which makes it a tossup with the pictures provided. Good luck with your decision.
Structure: The winning edge!
Hunting Beagles Bred For FORM AND FUNCTION
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Hard to tell from the pictures. Some things to consider: What is their motion like. Do they reach strait out and cover plenty of ground with the front. No wasted or circular motion in the front pastern joint. Does the rear foot contact ground just behind the front foot(bring em out of the grass and onto a dry floor and look at the wet marks on the floor. Is the back and body solid when in motion or does bouncing or twitching occur. Which one free stacks more correct than the other. Do they stack up naturally with hocks parallel. When standing naturally do the front legs fall straight down below the withers (indicating a well laid back shoulder) or are they too far forward. Do front feet turn in or out. With youngsters front feet turning slightly out would be better than if they turn in. Is depth of chest at least down to the elbow. Too carved out between the eyes is not good (moderately well defined stop). Puppy heads are probably more difficult to judge than how they use themselves (bone structure). Both look like nice pups which makes it a tossup with the pictures provided. Good luck with your decision. Dan
Structure: The winning edge!
Hunting Beagles Bred For FORM AND FUNCTION
GRCH/GRHBCH White River Beau Of Touchstone
HBCH/CH Touchstone's Whimsical Dream