Did you know the last FCI Basic statement for show judges? Finally "Pulling the dog up at the neck and/or tail is prohibited".
PRESENTATION OF THE DOG
It is increasingly common that breeds, standing as well as moving, are presented in the ring on a upstraight and neck-tight leash. This does not promote the welfare of the dog, and moreover it inhibits correct movement and makes natural and breed specific movement impossible to be achieved.
A dog should be shown on a loose leash in a natural way with a correct and breed specific movement. Pulling the dog up at the neck and/or tail is prohibited.
It is forbidden to prepare a dog with any substance that will alter the structure, colour or form of the coat, skin or nose. Only trimming, clipping, combing and brushing are allowed.
An exhibitor, who does not follow the usual rules for presenting a dog, should leave the ring. Although this does not affect the dog's health or behaviour directly, the judge has the possibility not to judge the dog or award it with a lower qualification.