Showring Ready Workbook
A Beginner's Guide to Showing Dairy Cattle serves as a guide for youth, parents and dairy project leaders who are interested in learning the basic skills associated with caring for and exhibiting dairy cattle at fairs and other shows. Along with the basics, such as washing and halter training, detailed sections cover clipping and showmanship skills. Several pictures are included to help illustrate key points. Resources include heifer growth benchmarks and educational worksheets.
Purebred Dairy Cattle Association Resources
Find the latest showmanship guidelines and scorecard from the Purebred Dairy Cattle Association. Whether you're a beginner preparing for your first show or a seasoned exhibitor fine-tuning your technique, the PDCA guidelines offer essential insights on attire, animal grooming, ring etiquette, and handler conduct.
Educational Video Resources
The Showring Ready video series, created by our friends at the Holstein Foundation, covers everything both new and experienced showmanship participants need to succeed in the showring. Learn what to wear, how to present yourself, how to prepare your animal, and master the techniques for leading, lining up, and showcasing your animal at its best.