A good friend and former professional handler called me out of the blue the other day and he was fit to be tied. He said, “Tom, I am having a hard time referring past clients or friends to a handler. Every time I do, it bites me in the you-know-what!” He was hot, and for good reason.
Welcome to this exciting series on Canine Chronicle TV called NextGen with Michael Hill. In this episode Michael talks with Holly Leftwich! The NextGen series – Michael interviews young people who are leading the way for the next generation of exhibitors, breeders and judges in the sport of purebred dogs. They talk about how they were introduced to the sport, their favorite breed, their success stories and more.
It was Friday evening. Fridolin, Clark’s two-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog, had finished his dinner and was lying quietly in the backyard. A sudden yelp startled Clark! He let Fridolin back in the house, watching him closely. His beautiful Berner couldn’t settle – he was restless and seemed anxious, with his pupils dilated. Then he started hiccupping or trying to retch. His abdomen looked and felt normal, but Clark knew something was off.
Welcome to this exciting series on Canine Chronicle TV called NextGen with Michael Hill. In this episode Michael talks with Lindsey Cook of Kaska English Setters! The NextGen series – Michael interviews young people who are leading the way for the next generation of exhibitors, breeders and judges in the sport of purebred dogs. They talk about how they were introduced to the sport, their favorite breed, their success stories and more.
Malta is a sun-soaked rocky island that sits in the crystal-clear blue waters of the Mediterranean. With over 7,000 years of history, this intriguing island is home to some of the oldest free-standing temples in the world and (over that huge span of time) it has played host to the Phoenicians, Romans, the Knights of St. John, Napoleon and the British Empire. All have left their mark in the form of phenomenal fortifications and breathtakingly beautiful architecture.
Great handlers understand the fine line that separates expert presentation from sharp salesmanship. Careers and reputations hinge on the ability to showcase a dog without crossing that line. Handlers often cultivate a distinctive personal image to reinforce the impact.
“Although she came from a background in this sport, it was obvious from the start that Janie’s enthusiasm and dedication was off the charts. Even then, she demonstrated an exceptional ability to focus on the big picture and apply her talents, first and foremost an exceptionally good eye for dogs.”
The Canine Chronicle has another great photo to share this week for #ThrowbackThursday. How many dog show folks can you name pictured in this week’s throwback? Guess Who? Check back on Tuesday for the correct answer! The correct answer to this week’s throwback is Paula Nykiel. Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that […]
Find the latest statistics on The Canine Chronicle website at www.CanineChronicle.com/statistics Statistics covering January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021 are online now! Top 100 Dogs Amongst All Breeds All Breed Standings Breed Standings NOHS Standings Grand Champion Standings Junior Showmanship Standings Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Many breeds have an epigram that defines them. That short, distinctive line or quote that instantly gives you a mental picture of the breed’s essence.
