Recently we attended Southern Counties, one of the premier shows on the UK circuit and it’s long been a favorite of mine; and visiting it allowed us to catch up with a number of friends that we haven’t seen for quite some time.
This long post (my last one on WKC, I promise) will likely only be interesting to those who show, judge, handle, and/or breed Goldens; or to those who are curious about what is happening in a dog judge’s mind (or at least this judge’s mind) as final decisions are made.
The International Kennel Club of Chicago (IKC) has announced plans for the inaugural International Open Show Extravaganza, with an unprecedented focus on Foundation Stock Service (FSS) and Miscellaneous breeds.
Not too long after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, a young woman named Vivian Edwards returned to California from a respite in St. Louis. While there, she had purchased a young Doberman Pinscher bitch, Casa del Canto’s Commanche, a double granddaughter of Sieger Ch. Muck v. Brunia.
Which dog group cannot compete for Best in Show and why?
There are three reasons to explain why dogs are considered man’s best friend. They begin with our need for protection, companionship and hunting assistance. History shows that two events helped make this bond stronger. The first occurred in 1942 during World War II with a program called “Dogs for Defense” which involved thousands of citizens who donated their dogs to the war effort. The second occurred in 2016 when the US Senate held hearings about the security of the infrastructure using bomb detection and patrol dogs. Both events memorialized the importance of canines for their many uses and services.
Did you guess the identity of Harry Miller in our last #ThrowbackThursday photo?
If you feel totally confused by Westminster’s continual reshuffled schedule, take heart. Things could be way worse. Recently, this long-anticipated announcement was posted to fci.be.
After getting to the hotel I’m out walking dogs and this younger girl comes running at me yelling, “help help help”…
Good morning, fellow American canines, and welcome to my seminar on basic human training. Several of you approached me prior to the start of this seminar to outline your difficulties in trying to train your human. We all know that humans can be stubborn, willful, obtuse, and with apologies to our porcine brethren–pigheaded. But, even with the most obstinate, it is possible to achieve a happier, more cordial relationship. Almost all humans are willing to learn if you are kind to them, love them, and never, ever give up in pursuit of your goal of having a well-trained human. What’s more, most of them want to please us.
