Unfortunately, Dr. Carmen Battaglia did not make it back to the show to judge on Saturday. He went to the hospital after the show on Friday with chest pain. Dr. Battaglia had a mild heart attack, and two stints were put in him. I am told he will rest for a couple of weeks and then he’ll be back in the ring as well as hosting his popular seminars. Feel better soon, Carmen! We are anxiously awaiting your return.
On April 6th AKC Event Operations published a clarification of the NOHS guidelines as follows:
Professional handlers, household members, and current assistants to professional handlers in conformation are not eligible to exhibit in this competition. A professional handler is defined as any person that belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers’ organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as handling dogs for pay within the last five years. A current assistant is defined as anyone employed by a professional handler on a full-time basis or assisting a professional handler at the show or any show during the cluster/weekend. Unpaid assistants would not be eligible for NOHS during the cluster/weekend they are assisting the professional.
If you know me at all, you know I love awards show season! Last week many of you were kind enough to give a shout-out to my Oscar Awards analogy about Will Smith and Lady Gaga. Thank you all for your kind words! Keep the analogy in mind when you have visions of giving someone a [...]
“Lola’s runway look was made by looping, folding, taping, and stapling hundreds of strips of The Equine Chronicle magazine in an intricate pattern.”
Show Name: Manitowoc County Kennel Club Location: Manitowoc, WI Show Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022 Total Entry: 734 Best In Show Judge: Mr. Brian Meyer Show Photographer(s): Booth Photo • Website: www.boothshowphoto.com Dog Reg: GCHP Vanderbilt N Printemps Lucky Strike [Dog] Breed: Samoyed Handler: Laura King Owner: J & B Elford, M Ralsky & C Pacht-Ralsky [...]
Our deepest sympathies go out to Daryl Martin whose sister, Marna Martin, passed away suddenly Friday night. The Last Lady of Song, and known as “Marna Moo” by her family will be missed by many.
It is with sorrow and fond memories that we report the passing of Wayne Boyd.
Unfortunately, there was another case of a judge who probably should not have been standing center ring this past weekend. The judge was rude to exhibitors to the point of yelling at them and being downright mean. Several seasoned exhibitors have voiced their concern and disappointment, with the biggest concern being how this individual’s behavior would affect new exhibitors. What I am hearing is that those that showed to this judge this past weekend are certain a new exhibitor would never return. This issue seems to be occurring more and more. While we want to be inclusive to those that have been in the sport for a long time, one must realize that there are cases where we are not doing a judge any favors by putting them in a situation where they can no longer perform the duties of judging. Rudeness and lack of respect and kindness to exhibitors should not be tolerated!
Week Three of my March marathon continues with one of my all-time favorites–the Kentuckiana Cluster in Louisville, Kentucky. Once again, the Pomeranian National will be held across the street at the Crown Plaza. This year’s national is very special as my friend, Curtiss Smith, will be judging! Kudos to the club for selecting a breeder/handler judge. Curtiss shared some great thoughts on the eve of his judging assignment:
Those of you who have not sent in your free reserved grooming for Louisville to Nina Fetter should do so immediately! The reservation form can be found in the premium list located at www.infodog.com. Reservations should be sent to Louisvillegrooming@yahoo.com An alphabetical list of reservations that have been received and will be posted this week on the Louisville Kennel Club Facebook page and Nina Fetter’s Facebook page.
There will be fundraising efforts at Crufts. All donations made to the Kennel Club Charitable Trust between now and midnight on March 13th will be directed toward the Ukranian appeal and thereafter a donation option for the Ukraine will remain on the website. There will be collection points throughout the show. You can find a link to the Kennel Club Charitable Trust at http://caninechronicle.com/?p=225913.
