With more dogs from overseas set to descend on Birmingham next month than ever before, the world’s greatest dog show Crufts will be even more international this year. A total of 3,623 dogs from overseas will compete at Crufts this year, compared to 3,469 in 2017, an increase of over four per cent. Dogs from […]
Clever show chairs know that building a panel with good judges who are knowledgeable, professional, and eager to engage positively with exhibitors is a “win win” for all.
GROUP and BEST IN SHOW JUDGES Talk About Their Choices in Their Own Words…
The Labrador Retriever continues as the most popular breed based on AKC registration. They have big entries at dog shows.
Here is another fun photo to share for this #ThrowbackThursday. Can you guess the talented professional handler shown handling a Boxer in this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Guess who? Head back on Monday to check your answer! The correct answer to this week’s throwback is Diego Garcia. Thanks to Evelyn for the photo and a Happy Belated […]
Are We Taking the Wrong Approach When Trying to Defend the Sport of Purebred Dogs?
If any of you have paid for a full hook-up spot at the Louisville cluster and you are not going, please give a shout out to Cindy Smith or Nina Fetter via instant message on Facebook. The lot with electric hookups is sold out, but there is still space in the overflow lot.
I understand Ralph Lemcke has retired from judging, with his last assignment being at the Indianapolis shows (his home town) the weekend before Westminster. Ralph was always a true gentleman to show to and he will be sincerely missed in the center of the ring. Best wishes for a future of health and happiness my friend.
We all have stories we have been told, but cannot reveal the source. Here is one of those stories that has to be told. Unfortunately, we can’t reveal the storyteller.
By Amy Fernandez There’s always been something vaguely schizophrenic about Westminster and the split venue seems to have brought it to the forefront. It’s straddling two worlds trying to stabilize its brand message. Is this a celebration of top winners or the ultimate showcase for the achievements of hobby breeders- the proverbial bedrock of our […]
This month I deviate from my usual State of the Breed column. It has come to my attention that we have a situation in our sport that, contrary to popular belief, is extremely detrimental to our well-being! (at least in my humble opinion)
