Focusing On The Win
When you show your dog, do you know the most important thing for the judge to see, and do you know how to showcase it? Most non-professional handlers don’t, and that’s why they don’t win as much as they could.
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From The CC Vault: Stages & Ages
A number of years ago Mary Roslin Williams of English Labrador fame wrote in her book Advanced Labrador Breeding about the seven ages of a breeder.
Pardon Me, What Breed is That?
The newest addition to the list of AKC-recognized breeds, the Bracco Italiano, is the AKC’s milestone 200th recognized breed. They are wonderful sporting dogs that have what it takes to be successful in the ring and in the field. Welcome.
From The CC Vault: One Man’s Opinion
This article contains thirteen questions asked of three men who took the same dog to the Westminster Kennel Club Show three times and finally won Best In Show the third time with that dog.
From The Publisher
The judge was looking forward to making her return to the ring after a few years off due to the illness and eventual death of her beloved husband of 52+ years. She was a world-renowned breeder, exhibitor and judge who, after turning down several invitations, accepted the opportunity to judge a cluster hosted by a club that had an equally prestigious reputation. It was a location far from home and she thought it might be good to get out of town and see some old friends.
On The Cover
Click here to read the complete article 10 – September, 2022 MBIS NBISS MBISS GCHG Collina D’Oro Solo Un Bacio #1 Spinone Italiano* · #5 Sporting Dog* “JOSIE” The Top Winning Spinone Italiano in AKC History Westminster Kennel Club Best Of Breed Winner National Specialty Best of Breed Winner Top 20 Winner Multiple Regional Specialty […]
Hidden Gems – Westminster Puts A New Spin on Breed Education
“Breeds that are long in history, yet short in numbers, are the result of the work by preservation breeders who, over decades, have ensured the health and well-being of these historic breeds of dogs.”
#ThrowbackThursday – Guess Who?
Are you ready for this week’s great #ThrowbackThursday photo? Who is this young former dog handler, now judge?
Is the Weather Too Hot for Your Dog to Handle?
It was a warm, spring day and a neighbor and I were watching some dogs charging around playfully in a fenced, dog-park area, seemingly oblivious to the heat.
AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day Returns For Its 18th Year
By Jessica Rice The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is thrilled to announce the return of the AKC’s Responsible Dog Ownership Day. This summer and fall hundreds of clubs and dog organizations around the country will host free events to educate dog lovers and owners alike about the responsibilities that come with dog ownership after a brief two-year […]
