Back to the Breed Ring
Heard at ringside every weekend: “Where’s Mary?” “Oh, she didn’t get out of the breed.” While it sounds harmless, what does it say about the evolution, or is it devolution, of our sport?
“Author Archive”
Resilience and The Sport of Dogs
Let me tell you Jane’s story, and although it will take you off the dog show path for a little bit, trust me and read on. It will circle back.
From The Publisher
So, what makes a great dog person? What does it take to become knowledgeable enough to be considered the best by your peers?
On The Cover
Click here to read the complete article 10 – September, 2022 MBIS MBISS GCHP Blueprint’s Sweetgold Country Girl #1 Golden Retriever* All Breed · #11 Sporting Dog* Click here to read the complete article 10 – September, 2022
Dog Show Tips 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #27
Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! This week Will gives us 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #27. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Dog Years – Westminster Memories
We are a nation of strivers, so we are obsessed by “firsts.” First on the moon; first to the top of Everest; first female VP. But then there’s the rites of passage “firsts”: first shave; first love; first time leaving home. And in our world, first dog show.
Dog Show Tips – Richard Powell Interview with Will Alexander
Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! Will Alexander has an in-depth conversation with Richard Powell. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Owner-Handlers at Westminster?
Why were some owner-handlers grumbling after the Westminster television coverage? During the Westminster groups, and especially Best In Show, the commentators repeated several times that this or that dog, including the Best In Show winner, was owner-handled. They were correct.
In Their Own Words – WKC Judges Comments
Westminster Kennel Club returned to Lyndhurst in Tarrytown, New York in June for its 146th annual show. We asked the seven group judges and Dr. Donald Sturz, Jr., the Best In Show judge, to talk about their assignments and placements. Their comments, as well as those of the Junior Showmanship Finals judge, follow:
Westminster Ringside
Westminster is our Mecca. And it’s just as much for what happens inside the rings as alongside the rings. Sure, most of our attention is riveted on the competitors. But we also glance ringside to spot the glamorous guests from overseas, the inconspicuous backers and, of course, the famous judges, handlers and breeders. But let your gaze wander still farther from the rings, and you’ll see the booths you expect to see at any show. Only—they’re not the same booths you expect to see at any show.
