At some shows, a special class is held for puppies- and sometimes for veteran dogs (over the age of 7) in which the winner of the class earns a monetary prize. What are these events called?
As you may have surmised from my surname, I have Irish heritage, and it will come as no surprise to hear that I am particularly interested in the Irish breeds.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
