July, 2012 by Gay Dunlap Perhaps there are those who consider dog shows fun. For most of us, however, the word “fun” does not slide easily from ones tongue when asked to describe these events that consume a large portion of our lives…indeed just about every weekend! Some of us, if we are honest, might [...]
July, 2012 by Fran Reisman of Santa Barbara, CA Each week I receive notices about dog (and other animal) legislation here in California. It seems there is constant battling regarding animal rights and the rights of breeders. The e-mail below was sent by the California Federation of Dog Clubs. I’m copying some of the points [...]
Photos By Karen Evasuik · www.evasuikcustomdesign.photoreflect.com Best Of Breed Judge: Robin Stark Best of Breed: CH Skyline’s Unit Of Measure (D), Owners: S & K Cullen Best of Opposite Sex: CH Summerwind’s Pyxis Cheese So Fine (B), Owners: K Schwieren/J Gauchat-Hargis/J Hargis Select Dog: GCH CH Baronwood Infinity And Beyond Owners:K Denton/D Smith Select [...]
Best In Show – GCH. Mt. View’s Ripsnorter Silver Charm, German Wirehaired Pointer Judge Mrs. Donna Buxton Sporting Group: GCH. Mt. View’s Ripsnorter Silver Charm Hound Group: GCH. K-Run Lanbur The Truth All Around, Beagle – 15″ Working Group: GCH. Szumeria’s Wildwood Silver Six Pence, Kuvasz Terrier Group: GCH. Allaruth Just Kidding V Sole [...]
Best In Show GCh. Banana Joe V Tani Kazari, Affenpinscher Judge Mrs. Wendy G. Willhauck Reserve Best In Show – GCh. Tango’s A Perfect Present For The Dulins, Bulldog Sporting Group: GCh. Cerise Red Hot ‘N Blue, English Springer Spaniel Hound Group: GCh. Akuaba N Eldorado Speed Of Light, Basenji Working Group: GCh. D’s Remember [...]
In 2010, AKC created a new program called the Breeder of Merit (BOM) program to honor the hard work and dedication required to produce dogs that are sound, capable and healthy. Those who meet the eligibility requirements of the BOM program represent people with the power to influence, guide, and teach future breeders, exhibitors, and owners.
by Amy Fernandez Among the most controversial dq’s at Crufts was Britain’s national breed, last year’s top Bulldog, Ch. Mellowmood One In A Million. Her show career has included notable success in Europe and 22 CCs in Britain. This story took another interesting turn on April 7 when she won the Contest of Champions. Since [...]
by Dr. Bob G. Smith Alan Kalter, AKC?Chairman The new Chairman of the American Kennel Board of Directors, Alan Kalter of Ann Arbor, Michigan brings a unique combination of experience in the world of purebred dogs, business, and marketing to the AKC Board. As an active breeder/exhibitor of Bullmastiffs for over 20 years, he has [...]
by Gretchen Bernardi Faddism, a fashion or cause that is taken up enthusiastically for a time and then abandoned for the “next big thing,” is part of human culture and has existed across the ages. We in the world of purebred dogs are not exempt, including breeders and judges, as our emphasis on various aspects [...]
