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.
At some point, many people who enter the dog show world without history or connections ask themselves: do I really belong here?
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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.
Predictably, Westminster presented an event worthy of this historic occasion. It wasn’t hard to do. This club has such a rich, fascinating history.
Westminster reached another milestone this year, staging its 150th show. We’ve heard all about that fun fact. Fanfare and spectacle are well-established Westminster trademarks. So, how did the club mark its fiftieth show a century earlier?
From the rolling Borderlands to the rugged Highlands, dogs have been an essential part of Scottish life for centuries. As tireless herders, skilled bird dogs, steadfast hunters, and cherished companions, they worked shoulder to shoulder with their people, embodying Scotland’s deep-rooted bond with man’s best friend. Scotland is home to some of the world’s most […]
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Going to court is something most people dread–for very good reasons. Regardless of which side of the matter a person is on, the experience is drenched in fear, stress, and confusion. But sometimes it’s unavoidable, and that’s why we have dogs.
Westminster Best Junior Handlers gather to usher in the next generation of greats.
