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Well, it's like this. The
purpose of showing is to evaluate breeding stock that would best be suited in
that breed's original purpose. Mind you, lots of people show their dogs
and never breed. You can show in conformation just for the fun of it
but if you don't want to breed you don't have to. The dogs must be intact
(not spayed/neutered), though, unless in the veteran class which can't
be entered until 7 years of age.
They can sometimes have an odd
gait but in Pyrs it can play a particular role in that they must be able to
patrol all day and night if necessary. Smooth, effortless gaits are
preferred. Speed isn't much of a concern as long as they can cover ground
easily.
Here's a link to the Great
Pyrenees Club of America http://clubs.akc.org/gpca/, the
illustrated standard makes it easier to interpret.
I would think you could show her
just fine, it would be fun, no guarantees on how she would do....no real
guarantees with anyone but it's fun and a nice activity with your dog as long as
it doesn't make her uncomfortable. :) And of course you have to
think, if she did win a lot, what you would do about the temptation of breeding
her.
Good luck! :)
Chrissy
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