Evalyn Gregory Carries On
On Tuesday June 21, Evalyn Gregory glided into the Group ring at the Westminster Kennel Club’s elegant pop-up—the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown–to judge the Non-Sporting Group.
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Dominant Versus Recessive: How Genes Express Themselves
The problems which stem from a failure to fully understand the exact significance of the often-used terms, dominant and recessive, as applied to hereditary traits and characteristics seem to be greater than those falling into any aspect of breeding show dogs.
10 Signs & Symptoms Your Dog May Have Cancer
The idea of a beloved and cherished canine companion falling ill is certainly not a pleasant one. Every cancer has warning signs, and every dog will not exhibit the same set of symptoms for a specific cancer. There are ten signs and symptoms that your dog may have cancer. Knowing and being able to recognize them for what they are could potentially help you get the proper veterinary care he will need early enough to save his life.
Why Bother? – Let Us Count the Ways
It’s been a crazy summer. Extreme heat, volatile storms, yet the dog shows go on.
Trumpet: A Bloodhound Wins Westminster
Wow, finally after all these years Westminster gave us a Bloodhound.
The Great Ones – Ch. Nornay Saddler
Just as the music of Duke Ellington was the link between the Jazz Age and the new era of swing, a little terrier of that same era, Ch. Nornay Saddler, bridged the transition between the old way of dog showing and the modern campaigning we see today.
Been There Done That – Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico
From the time my plane landed in Leon on August 4th at the Guanajuato, Mexico Airport until I took off on August 8th, along with fellow judge John Ramirez, we enjoyed the sights, sounds, taste, people, and the dogs we encountered in this warm and inviting part of Mexico.
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?
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?