Click here to read the complete article 122 – August, 2024 By Amy Fernandez Originally Published August 2024 Westminster is, by nature, a fairly shocking experience. But it turns out that even the seasoned professionals are not immune to some mental shakeups in this curious environment. David Fitzpatrick has racked up so much winning at [...]
Show: Keeshond Club of Southern California Location: Ventura, CA Date: Friday, January 23, 2026 Judge: Mrs. Pat Trotter Dog: GCHG Windrift’s Dirty Hairy Handler: Joanne Reed Owner: J & A Reed Breeder: J & A Reed
Show: Dalmatian Club of Greater Phoenix #1 & #2 Location: Phoenix, AZ Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Judge: Christina Martinez & Steve Dankner Dog: GCH Amethyst & Hispots Relish The Moment Handler: Tara Schultz Owner: C Jackson, M Jackson, T Schultz & A C Anderson Breeder: A Henderson
Show: Hoosier Great Dane Club Location: Indianapolis, IN Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Judge: Brian Bogart Dog: GCHS Regent Landmark’s Groogrux King Handler: Suzanne Hagemann Owner: S Hagemann
Show: Central Arizona Saluki Association #2 Location: Phoenix, AZ Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Judge: Nicole Bartlett Dog: GCHB Rushwind’s Persian Zultanite At Rey Handler: Robin Stachon Owner: K Novotny & K Greenhill
Show: Alexandria Kennel Club NOHS Location: Alexandria, LA Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Judge: Mr John Constantine-Amodei Dog: GCHG Touche’s Last Hurrah TKI ATT Breed: Parti Color Cocker Spaniel Handler: Reggie Turner Owner: R & S Turner
Show: Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of Southern California Location: Ventura, CA Date: Thursday & Friday, January 22 & 23, 2026 Judge: Denise Waiting & Ms. Terry A. Hansen Dog: GCHS Kingsbury BossIs Gentleman Caller Handler: Lauren McIlwraith Owner: J Glenn, C Connor & D W Glenn Breeder: J Glenn, C Connor & D W Glenn
Show: Greater Gainesville Dog Fanciers Association NOHS Location: Ocala, FL Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026 Judge: Mr. D Scott Pfeil Dog: GCHG Wirewick Afterhours Feels Like A Regret BN RN JH FDC CGCA CGCU TKA ATT VHMA VSWB CHIC Breed: Pointer (German Wirehaired) Handler: Alexis Chism Owner: A Chism, A Chism, M Hancock & C [...]
Each February, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show brings dog lovers from around the world to New York City. When you’re not ringside cheering on the best of the best, the city offers countless ways to enhance your Westminster experience—from iconic sightseeing to unforgettable food and culture just outside the show doors. Here are some [...]
AKC judge, mentor, and breeder, Linda Clark boasts over four decades of hands-on dog experience. Her journey began at sixteen years old, first working as a groomer’s assistant, before attending school to become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). In 1979, she started in AKC with Shetland Sheepdogs, and since then, she has bred and handled numerous top-winning dogs across multiple breeds, including German Shepherds, Beagles, and Vizslas. A prior member of the AKC Registered Handlers Program and the Professional Handlers Association, Linda retired in 2011 to become an AKC judge. Since her pivot to judging, Linda has been an advocate for our sport, serving as a longtime board member of the Dog Judges Association of America (DJAA). She is also a member of many local dog clubs.
