REMINDER: The upcoming Western and National Specialties in Greeley, Colorado are DESIGNATED Specialties in conjunction with the all- breed and Working Group Shows-Peak to Peak Working Dog Ass. Of Colorado and Evergreen Colorado KC. The Giant Schnauzer breed winner will be eligible to compete in the Working Group/BIS competition at both shows.

Citing AKC rules: "Chapter 3 Dog show classifications: Section 13....In addition, the Winners Dog and Winners Bitch together with any undefeated dogs that have competed at the show only in additional non-regular classes shall compete for Best of Breed or Best of Variety of Breed." "Chapter 11; Dog show entries and conditions of dogs affecting eligibility: Section 8.....Neutered dogs and spayed bitches would be allowed to compete in Veterans Classes only at independent specialties and/or those all-breed shows which do not offer any competitive classes beyond Best of Breed."