The Words You Say Were Not Heard
As a member of the dog show community you may have, at one time or another, bumped up against someone who totally misunderstood what you said, repeated it incorrectly and caused a conflict to begin or escalate.
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Table Talk
I was saddened to hear that our dog show family has lost another long-time family member: Roberta Campbell passed away suddenly from a stroke. Mrs. Campbell was a breeder and handler with her late husband, the famous terrier handler Seth Campbell. Please join us in wishing Roberta’s family and friends most sincere condolences on her loss.
The Judges Application Process
Earlier this summer, some fairly harsh commentary about the current Judges Approval Process was published. While there are always parts of any system that could be improved, the current application process has significant merit.
The Practical Applications of Canine Genetics
For most dog breeders, the highly experienced and novice alike, genetics can be both a confusing and intimidating topic.
Appeal Regarding NOHS Judging Changes
As an exhibitor, I have not been impressed with the NOHS. I have been in the ring with persons that I felt violated the spirit of the competition by the historical CV known to me. I have watched ONE PERSON judge all the groups and BIS and process the entries like Lucy and Ethyl on the bottling assembly line, in the ancient “I Love Lucy” show.
Table Talk
Let’s all send positive thoughts to Ron and Debbie Scott. For those who don’t know, Ron suffered a subdural hematoma and is recovering at home post-surgery. He has another surgery ahead of him in a few weeks, so everyones’s thoughts and good wishes are appreciated. You can reach out to Ron and Debbie via Facebook if you do not have their email address. Gerry Meisels has also been hospitalized for several weeks, but I hear he is finally on the mend! I am certain he would love to hear from his friends in the dog show community.
AKC Canine Health Foundation to Celebrate Milestones in Canine Health at Canines & Cocktails Gala
Event tickets for Canines & Cocktails are $85 per person and can be purchased online. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Table Talk
The Animal Control truck showed up at the Ft. Wayne show on Sunday. Apparently someone (not sure if it was a spectator or exhibitor) saw someone walking dogs to their vehicle in a manner they were uncomfortable with and took a cell phone video….. Voila, enter Animal Control. We need to be mindful of all of the technology that is out there now, folks. Something as innocent as a lead correction to a non-dog show person can be taken as cruel and inappropriate. If they take a video or photograph the incident, it can appear much more severe or “cruel” than it really is in actuality. As a result, my suggestion is that if one needs to correct or be firm with a dog, think about who may be around you before you do it.
Call To Community
By now most dog show participants are aware of the recent tragic events that happened in Indiana and Ohio where dogs died.
Listen Up, Rookies! – Advice to a First-Time Hunting Dog
I overheard the Boss say that you are going along on the hunting trips this year. It’s about time you started pulling your weight around here.
