Celebrate breed standard excellence and wonderful camaraderie at the Mount Pleasant Michigan Kennel Club Specialty Show in Midland, Michigan! Starting on June 06, 2026, this beautiful event highlights the stunning structure, movement, and temperament of top-winning Labradors.
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🌟 Key Competitor Information
• Location: Event No: 2026286807, Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI
• Event Dates: June 06, 2026 to June 07, 2026
• Entry Closing Date: Wednesday – May 27, 2026
• Time Zone: EASTERN
• Entry Pricing: $25.00
• Eligibility: Open to all AKC registered purebred Labrador Retrievers.
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📝 Event Overview
• Preparation: Carefully review the official Premium List and breed schedules for ring times, assignments, and specific entry details.
• Venue Regulations: Dogs must be kept on short leashes (no retractable leads allowed) or crated at all times when not actively competing. Clean up after your dog immediately.
• Competitor Comfort: Please bring your own grooming tables, pop-up tents/shades, crates, folding lawn chairs, and fresh water for your dogs.
• Spectators Welcome: Spectators are highly encouraged to attend and witness magnificent canine athletes. Please follow ring etiquettes and ask handlers before approaching dogs.
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🔗 Quick Competitor Resources
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🏢 Superintendent: Managed by Heather McKinnon, Event Secretary (mckinnonh@rocketmail.com | (989) 280-7053). Visit their portal for online entries.
🌐 AKC Event Details: View breed counts, schedule configurations, and coordinates on the official FC AFC Field Trial Host.
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🏆 Ms. Elizabeth Muthard
📍 LAKE WALES, FL | AKC ID: 6689
Standard Rating (101)
🔥 Expert Panel (12)
🎯 Key Judging Style Tendencies:
💂♂️ Strict Ring Protocol (16.0%)
🏃♂️ Movement Oriented (14.0%)
📐 Type & Silhouette (6.0%)
🛡️ Conservative Scoring (6.0%)
🔍 Fussy Dental Exam (4.0%)
📊 Style Profile & Executive Analysis
Exhibitors consistently note this judge’s warm, exceptionally patient, and encouraging ringside manner. They take active steps to put sensitive dogs, young puppies, and newer amateur/owner-handlers at ease. The ring atmosphere is described as highly positive, supportive, and conducive to showing undercard exhibits. Performs standard class evaluations focused on overall breed standard balance, structural soundness, and correct temperament representation.
📌 Actionable Ring Preparation Checklist
- ✔️ 🦷 Clean & Scale Teeth: Highly meticulous dental and bite exams are standard. Ensure the dog’s teeth are fully cleaned and scaled prior to showing.
- ✔️ 🏃♂️ Pace the Trot: Showcases heavy movement focus. Keep the dog at a controlled, balanced pace on the move to show maximum reach and drive.
- ✔️ 📐 Highlight Silhouette: Emphasizes clean outline shape and carriage. stack neatly and highlight breed-specific proportions.
- ✔️ 💂♂️ Follow Ring Commands: Demands strict ringside protocol. Listen carefully to ring steward/judge commands and comply promptly.
- ✔️ 😊 Relax Sensitive Entries: Exceptionally patient and gentle. Keep sensitive dogs or young puppies relaxed to take advantage of this friendly ring environment.
- ✔️ 🛡️ Be Prepared for Tight Cuts: Historically conservative with ribbon awards. Present a highly worthy, correct exhibit.
📅 Official Premium List Pending
The official Premium List (including entry forms, rules, and schedules) for the Mount Pleasant Michigan Kennel Club Fast Cat Trial has not yet been released by the superintendent.
It is typically published 4-6 weeks prior to the event date. Please check back soon!
