AKC Sanctioned Conformation Match A

Originally I was in attendance as a supporter and spectator because Ciobair was not quite old enough to compete.  In the last 3 minutes before the start of the match, I was offered to show "R" in the conformation ring.  I quickly took her to the ex-pen, picked up her show lead, pulled out some tasty treats, and hoped for the best.  I pulled her off to the side and attempted to bond with her moments before being called into the ring to be judged.  Her primary handler was also in the ring and I soon realized just how much R loves her handler.  She was whining and pulling towards her and I honestly thought she was going to pull me around the ring and make me eat grass.  I was surprised how comfortable she was with me handling and stacking her. In the end we pulled through and she showed me just how intelligent and sweet she is.  She was given 1st Pl in "Open Bitch." Thanks Juli for trusting me with her!