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.
Click here to read the complete article 10 – September, 2022 MBIS NBISS MBISS GCHG Collina D’Oro Solo Un Bacio #1 Spinone Italiano* · #5 Sporting Dog* “JOSIE” The Top Winning Spinone Italiano in AKC History Westminster Kennel Club Best Of Breed Winner National Specialty Best of Breed Winner Top 20 Winner Multiple Regional Specialty […]
Join Michael Hill in his exciting series “INFLUENCERS.” Michael will be hosting dog show enthusiasts, handlers, breeders, and judges as they reveal who has impacted them the most. This series will touch upon how influential mentors are and how they shape not only individuals but the future of the dog show world. Next, in the series is […]
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! Will Alexander has an in-depth conversation with Amy Rodrigues. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
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 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #25. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
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 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #24. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
I trust that everyone watched the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby in May. The first jewel of the Triple Crown returned to its traditional spot on the calendar (Yeah, Westminster). But that’s where the nod to tradition ended. That unbelievable race rivaled any Triple Crown victory for sheer drama and back story. Experts had no time to debate the relative merits of Rich Strike, he came into it way too late for that. No one had ever heard of him anyway. His entire trip to the Derby was–as his owner and trainer admitted–sheer luck. And that’s the only way to describe his impossible, rail hugging victory. Incredible from start to finish line.
Ask anyone at a show their opinion of NOHS competition, and you’ll get a wide range of replies. For some participants, it’s a great place to learn the ropes, or to introduce new youngster to the show ring. To others, it’s a great opportunity to show in a group and win. But to those at the top, it’s a serious competition.
Click here to read the complete article 238 – July, 2022 Click here to read the complete article 238 – July, 2022
What’s life like for a professional handler? The general public sees them running around the ring on TV, winning huge rosettes, big silver bowls and gorgeous bronze sculptures. Owner-handlers often see them as their nemesis, and a few may assume that when they’re not showing dogs they’re hanging out with judges, talking dogs, and setting up who’ll be the winners at upcoming shows. Both groups of people might think professional handlers fly around on private jets, sipping champagne while they head for their next destination, limo and servants awaiting their every need, dogs in tow and cared for by someone else.
