The American Kennel Club® is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2014 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals (NOHS), held in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship (AENC) events. Breed and Group judging will be held Friday, December 12th, 2014, with Best In Show decided in the main ring on Saturday evening, December 13th.
The Multiple Best In Show & Multiple Best In Specialty Show Winning
Gold GCh. Telltale American Ride
America’s #1 English Springer Spaniel* · A Top Five Sporting Dog*
The hot topic around the rings these days seems to be, as usual, the quality of judging. Big surprise, huh? Unfortunately, this subject has been beaten to death for longer than I have been alive and it seems to be a problem that just won’t go away. However, the lack of quality judging seems to have become a bigger problem as of late.
Inbreeding, linebreeding and outcrossing are terms describing the three methods for blending canine bloodlines to achieve a desired consistency of genotype and phenotype. Used wisely, they provide enlightened breeders with an array of valuable systems to aid you in determining the direction and control of a well-planned breeding program. Each plays a vital role in meeting the needs of the small breeder. And, in the larger scope, of the preservation and maintenance of the breed and it’s most desired characteristics. Defined briefly:
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Anyone who knew Estelle will remember her for her quick wit, smiling eyes, and her true love of dogs. One of her best friends, Lee Canalizo, told us, “We were best friends for forty years and she was one in a million. I hope the Great Dane fancy will remember her with love and respect.”
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