[mwaters]

I'm looking for some advice...I am a 'working dog' person. My last rottie never saw the inside of a show ring. I do Schutzhund primarily and keep my dogs lean...can see a rib or two...

My new boy (15 months now) does not have the 'faults' of my previous boy and I'm planning on entering him in a Sieger show in July. I currently have him at what I consider 'working weight'...can see a rib or two and he does have a tuck up in his belly.

So what's the question???

Do those of you who work your dogs put weight on them for the show ring? If so how much time do you take to add the weight? Have you seen any negative effects on the increase/decrease of weight? Do you have a weight gain/loss plan?

What methods do you use to add the weight? Just more food or different supplements?

I look forward to your advice.

Melissa