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Morris and Essex 1952 – A Pure-Bred Doggy Holiday
Arthur Fredrick Jones was somewhat addicted to melodrama, but he wasn’t exaggerating about the pervading sentiment leading up to M & E 1952. Noting that America had just endured WWII, the Korean War and was gliding into the Cold War era “To be sure, Morris and Essex does not wipe out all the troubles of the world, but it does mute them down to the point where life has some bounce again.” Jones acknowledged that Americans were justifiably tired and cynical by 1952 (which sounds a lot like the general mood of 2021.) By then, M & E was sustaining its global status in the sport. Entries hadn’t yet returned to those glory days like 1939 when almost 4500 dogs competed on the polo fields, but the 1952 gate was a record breaker. Dog lovers truly were seeking a “purebred doggy holiday”. Attendance far exceeded 25,000 as seen in past years, and halfway through the show vendors ran out snacks, drinks, everything.
Remembering Peggy Hauck
A dear friend, loving wife, AKC judge, breeder, charitable organizor… the list could go on and on. Peggy Hauck left us much too soon. We will sadly miss the enthusiasm and cameraderie she displayed at so many of the Florida dog shows. The show was always a little better when Peggy was there.
Table Talk · October 6, 2021
If you are unable to attend, I will be providing Table Talk Live! coverage and Elaine Lessig will have the glam cam rolling so those of you at home will not miss any great outfits!! AKC TV will be providing the Group and Best In Show coverage. Montgomery County Kennel Club will also be streaming on AKC TV on Sunday.
Morris & Essex 1950 – And The Winner Is…
From the start, every big event in our sport has been preceded by months of speculation and prediction. And based on history, going into it as “the favorite” generally spells disaster. No need to illustrate the truth of that point. It’s a primary reason why Westminster winners usually retire then and there.
Will’s World – Top 10 Reasons Familiarity Breeds Contempt
Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! This week Will gives us Top 10 Reasons Familiarity Breeds Contempt. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Morris and Essex 1946 – The Return of the Private Party!
“Every dog has his day” that saying entered the realm of annoying advice about a million years ago. But once in a while it turns out to be true and we are way overdue for one of those “days” in this sport. But that’s also what everyone was thinking back in 1946 when dog shows really did seem to be down for the count.
The Morris and Essex Kennel Club show had been the centerpiece of AKC competition for two preceding decades. That fact alone was a bit weird, and it would never ever happen today. A private show…well AKC didn’t love the idea, but they couldn’t do a thing about it, especially since the whole thing came courtesy of Remington/Rockefeller money.
2021 World Dog Show – Best in Show Results
The 2021 World Dog Show was held in the Czech Republic from September 29th to October 3rd. The final competition for Best in Show culminated with Best in Show being awarded to the Bedlington Terrier – L’End Show Metti Surprise at Glare and Best in Show 2 being awarded to the Lhasa Apso - Shut Up and Kiss Me Dell’ […]
From the Publisher
“You don’t know what you don’t know,” he said with an angry smile. “Huh?” I said. “Exactly!” he replied. “You think you know it all, but you don’t. You have a lot to learn my friend. If you don’t continue to listen and learn, you will never, ever succeed in this sport.”
