Breed Priorities – Great Danes

The Great Dane is the most popular giant breed, one of the more popular of the working dogs, and often has one of the better entries at dog shows.

The Great Dane is the most popular giant breed, one of the more popular of the working dogs, and often has one of the better entries at dog shows.

Westminster has returned to its traditional February routine, with a few changes.

Many will spend a lifetime climbing the ladder of success only to learn their ladder was leaning against the wrong wall. And that is the reason for this article.

Our new life, ‘down under’ is pretty fantastic for getting out and about; beautiful scenery, less crowds, more space…but (and there’s always a but, isn’t there?) the TV is truly, truly dreadful!

I am penning this article in two parts. The first part is being written in advance of my Westminster assignment; the second part: post-assignment.

In Episode 6 Wayne & Kim discuss how a legendary dog show became unforgettable for everyone watching. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!

The only people watching groups and Best In Show these days are the handler’s assistants and some judges waiting for a ride. It may shock those who weren’t around during the sport’s golden years to hear that exhibitors used to regularly stick around to cheer for their breed in the group. Now, the only people at ringside during groups are judges waiting for a ride, and the enthusiastic, woo-woo cheering people.

Being a breeder is rewarding, exciting, fulfilling, and deeply heartwarming.

So, it’s over. Westminster 150 concluded on the evening of February 3rd before a sellout crowd at Madison Square Garden. The crowd was raucous and excited to be part of this event. They seemed to understand the historic importance of being present a century and a half after the first Westminster KC show was held.

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