Solid blue jeans are required. No headgear is worn in the show ring. In 4-H shows, the exhibitors are generally required to wear identification such as a 4-H T-shirt, or white shirt, with chevron or arm band. For State Fair, the State Fair shirt is required, and exhibitors should not display local, county, commercial, identification promoting a product, breed or organization or a 4-H club/county in the show ring while showing at state fair. Dress codes within a county may vary as counties may adopt a county 4-H shirt or allow youth to wear 4-H club t-shirts at local shows.
Closed toed shoes with a non-slip sole are required. No flip flops or sandals are allowed.
A jean’s pocket is helpful for such things as comb, brush and drooling towel, thereby freeing both hands for showing the dog. However, it is optional for exhibitors to carry these items into the show ring.
Exhibitors should always look neat, clean, and well-groomed. Any distractions, such as loose hair, distracting jewelry, clothing other than that directed by the dress code or show superintendent, and caps or hats will result in deduction of points by the judge.
A show superintendent may rule that circumstances (i.e., inclement, or hot weather) warrant a relaxation of the dress code rules.