The Original Designer Dog – The Irish Wolfhound
First names are so vital because they identify you, and surnames are doubly important because they provide a link back to the homeland and origins of people throughout the centuries.
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Will’s World – Top 10 Dog Show Road Games
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 Dog Show Road Games. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Tom Bradley – The Definitive Dog Man
Mentoring has been the soup de jour of this game for quite a while now. It’s touted as the all-purpose magic wand to impart knowledge at every level of the sport. Likewise, there’s no shortage of horror stories revealing its pitfalls on both sides of the deal. Since I’ve been on both sides, I think I can say that some of the AKC-sanctioned results have led to a degree of justified skepticism among the ranks. That said, perhaps it would be useful to explore a case of mentoring that succeeded beyond all expectations.
Words of Wisdom From Jane
Let’s face it, we have all been there at one time or another–be it your first point, a major to finish, or your first group placement. There you are in the final cut. The judge says, “one at a time please,” and motions to the first exhibitor to take their dog around the ring. You’re fourth in line; you are ready! The judge indicates it’s your turn and Bam! you launch off the line like Secretariat leaving the gate of the Kentucky Derby. Your dog lunges and bucks. You pull him back, let out more lead and as you glance up the judge has moved on to the next exhibit. You may have smoothed out in the last quarter of the ring, but it’s too late.
Judging the Sloughi – Essential Points on Type
Even though the Sloughi has enjoyed full recognition in the AKC Hound Group since January 1, 2016, the breed remains one of the lowest entry breeds, and the majority of judges have not had the opportunity to see or examine Sloughis in the flesh.
A Sport of Opinions and Respect
The Westminster Kennel Club pulled off the impossible in Tarrytown, New York last month. They hosted an impressive and unforgettable event against all odds and did it with superb efficiency and style. A Herculean effort indeed, WKC impressively and successfully worked to preserve the long and storied history of Westminster–a tradition that the sport around the world truly admires.
Life Lessons from Junior Showmanship
Welcome to this series on Canine Chronicle TV called Life Lessons from Junior Showmanship with Michael Hill. In this first episode Michael talks with Bill Ellis about how showing in juniors prepared him for college and life. The Life Lessons from Junior Showmanship series – Michael interviews people who showed in Juniors and discusses […]
Dog Show Tips – Will Alexander’s Interview with Adam Bernardin
Will Alexander’s Interview with Adam Bernardin Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
DOG Show or dog SHOW?
When trying to understand the ever increasing shift in what it takes to win at American dog shows, I keep coming back to the same bunch of questions. If dog shows are about evaluating breeding stock, why must a dog “nail the free stack” from 10 feet away, regardless of the breed? Why must a dog lead it’s handler by 10 feet going around the ring, regardless of the breed? In breeds where markings do not matter, why do they?
