It is common sense that dogs are more likely to win if they compete against dogs that are not as fast as they are. This is why dogs that are falling in class are considered a good bet. For the most part, it is true that dogs that fall behind in class have an advantage.

But there are other times when that’s just not true. This is why you cannot bet on these dogs without actually looking at the breed they are in. Just because a dog is going up against less classy dogs doesn’t mean he will win for fun. Sometimes the situation tells you that it will not happen.

This is when the smart bettor sits on his wallet and just watches the race. If the dog wins, fine. There will be other breeds and other dogs dropping. But many times, the dropper doesn’t win, due to factors our smart punter noticed.

One of the factors, and probably the most important, is why the dog is moving down the class. If it’s just because he had some bad breaks or some traffic problems in his last few races, that’s one thing. Dogs can bounce back from this sort of thing and come in when faced with lesser talent.

But if it’s because the dog is fading, he’s not likely to win even when it’s a cheaper race. Dogs go in and out of shape and it’s something you really have to consider if you want to get ahead on the dog track. If the dog is ready to take a break, it’s not a good bet.

Another thing to watch out for is injuries. If the dog was hit hard in a race or suddenly fell out of position and it wasn’t because of traffic, it may have been injured. Give him a few races that he does well on before betting again.

The position of the post can also make a difference in the dog’s chances, as can whether there is a dog around him that will prevent him from running where he wants to run. Watch to see if it breaks, and if so, if you’ll be able to get the break in this race.

These are all factors to consider before deciding that a dropper is a good bet. If you do this, you will be able to bet or check, knowing that you did it with more knowledge and analysis than almost everyone else on the court. And this is what gives you the winning edge.