Who Gets to Speak In The Fancy?
When I first started showing dogs, I heard the same phrase more often than I could count. “You need to pay your dues.”
“Author Archive”
Are You Talking Your Breed Into Extinction?
Of course, no breed is for everyone. Not a single one. If it slobbers, shuffles, sheds, or snorts, it’s not for me, for example. Others find those traits endearing. And any owner who is interviewed about their breed should always mention any caveats associated with it. But maybe it’s time we quit trying to talk prospective owners out of our breed, or out of dogs in general.
A Lesson From Long Ago
I’ve been watching the Crufts coverage on YouTube which, just like the Westminster coverage before it, was very impressive and far superior to that broadcast on terrestrial TV.
30 Years Of Decisions And Change – The State Of The Sport Today
Changes in the sport over the past 30 years have been staggering to say the least.
From The Publisher
There’s an age-old adage about handlers that goes something like this: “You’re only as good as the dog on the end of your lead.” This applies to all handlers, whether professional or not; and it’s still true today.
On The Cover
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Rebuilding The Heart Of Our Clubs
Across the country, American Kennel Club conformation clubs are under strain. Rising costs and shrinking venue options are part of the story, but behind the scenes, most clubs are fighting a quieter, more personal battle: people problems.
Do You Feel Like You Belong? – Reflections From Westminster
At some point, many people who enter the dog show world without history or connections ask themselves: do I really belong here?
Closet Confidential – Westminster Daytime Judges
Click here to read the complete article 284 – March, 2026 Curated By Elaine Lessig Click here to read the complete article 284 – March, 2026
The Stories Of Westminster
President Donald Sturz said that in recent years, the focus of the club has been on “stories”. It’s a way of sending the message that Westminster’s history is not just in its data.
