Bred to hunt hare, the Basset Hound is heavier boned than any other breed of dog considering its size. Its large nose (second only to the Bloodhound in scenting ability), loose skin, and long ears contribute to its skill and success at trailing. The breed originated in France that has several breeds with “basset” as part of their names, from the French “bas” which means low to the ground.
On October 6, 2019, GCh. Ch. Brightluck Money Talks, “Dazzle,” owned by Keith Bailey (Bayleigh) and Janet McBrien (Brightluck), and presented by Tracy Szaras, won Best of Breed under the distinguished terrier judge Mr. Clay Coady, and continued on to win Best in Show under the esteemed breeder judge Mr. David Kirkland.
I asked three longtime judges this question: As a long time judge, what inspires your judging?
I then asked four newer judges this question: As a newer judge, what inspires your judging?
I think you will find their responses to be not only inspirational, but refreshing, and it might help you understand why people choose to judge dogs.
By Amy Fernandez Old school dog people are great; they’ve seen it all and are basically impervious to panic. That’s precisely what we need at the moment, so I checked in with Lourdes Fernandez, English Setter breeder and dog show veteran extraordinaire. On top of that, she also spent her career in a teaching hospital. […]
When he entered Westminster’s Best in Show ring in February, judge Robert Slay of Cary, North Carolina was thinking not just of the splendid dogs arrayed before him—but also of all the legendary dogs and handlers who have come before.
Remember When… Sometimes we forget that our favorite judges actually showed dogs just like the rest of us before they took their spot in the center of the ring. Can you identify the handlers in these photos who are now AKC judges? Photo A) Photo B) Photo C)
Remember When… Sometimes we forget that our favorite judges actually showed dogs just like the rest of us before they took their spot in the center of the ring. Can you identify the handlers in these photos who are now AKC judges? Answers: Photo A) Handler Carol Spritzer · Judge Mr. Jon Cole Photo B) […]
The iconic movie, “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles”, depicts the adventures of two men, strangers, desperate to get to Chicago for Thanksgiving. They meet hailing the same New York cab going to the airport. Coincidentally, both are on the same plane to Chicago.
By Amy Fernandez Westminster used to be a really big deal for the New York Times. However, in recent years–as I’ve frequently mentioned–their coverage has dwindled to a few condescending/derisive soundbites that make me wish they’d ignore it completely. So, I wasn’t quite sure what to make of this belated full-page color graphic in the […]
The 144th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on February 9, 10 and 11 had an entry of more than 2,500 dogs in 204 breeds or varieties. We asked the seven group judges and Robert Slay, the Best in Show judge, to talk about their assignments and placements.
