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How to Show Your 4-H Goat in a Showring

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Remember to have fun and smile. Your goat senses it if you are nervous or upset.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Pet Collars
  • Grooming Brush
  • Lead Ropes
  1. Step 1

    Make sure your goat is clean and ready to show.

  2. Step 2

    Dress in clean, wrinkle-free clothes. Check with fair officials about a dress code.

  3. Step 3

    Use a chain collar to show your goat. A chain-type dog collar works well.

  4. Step 4

    Walk slowly in the ring. Do not crowd the goat in front of you.

  5. Step 5

    Watch the judge at all times. He or she will tell you what to do and may ask you questions about your goat.

  6. Step 6

    Keep your goat between you and the judge. This positioning allows the judge to see the goat clearly.

  7. Step 7

    Show respect by saying "Yes, Sir" or "Yes, Ma'am."

  8. Step 8

    Shake the judge's hand and say "Thank you" when the judging is complete. You may see the same judge at your next show.

Tips & Warnings
  • In the Showmanship class, you are on show just as much as your goat is.

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on 7/13/2009 Thanks for the advice! 5*s!

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on 3/10/2008 Never touch the goats rectum, my friend Ben did this at a showing once and ruined his new shirt when it backfired.

nomader said

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on 3/10/2008 Never touch the goats rectum, my friend Ben did this at a showing once and ruined his new shirt when it backfired.

nomader said

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on 3/10/2008 Never touch the goats rectum, my friend Ben did this at a showing once and ruined his new shirt when it backfired.

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on 8/8/2006 1. Wear a number tag if given.
2. If you have questions, ask.
3. Goats love Funions.
4. Don't forget the hooves.
5. Set up your goat when you stop.
6. Don't yell or cuss.
7. Smile.
8. Don't leave trash in your stall, you will get fined and tagged.
9. Don't run.
10. Dress for success.

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