We had an unusual situation here recently, if that’s how you would describe a typical show. More precisely, several specialty shows drifted into town, unmoored from their traditional Westminster ballast. Confusing for sure, but that’s been an ongoing theme since the arrival of COVID.
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs is proud to announce the winners of the 2022 AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards.
When my eyes returned to the Miniature Schnauzer, a Scottie had walked up and was standing next to him. Both dogs stood there like experienced show dogs, alert and ready to enter the ring.
Who was the first woman to ever judge at the Westminster Kennel Club? Did you guess right?
This was said at a monthly meeting of the all-breed club of which I am a member. I found myself appalled that someone in our club would think like that and absolutely mortified they would have the audacity to express their feelings. The topic of ageism in our sport has sadly become one that begs to be addressed.
For many years now, owners who have lacked the necessary skills or the desire to compete in the show ring have hired professional handlers. And, for nearly as many years, the American Kennel Club has listened to the mounting complaints from owner-handlers that it was impossible to win when they had to compete against professional handlers. So, the AKC did two things in response. They created a new Amateur-Owner-Handler class and they initiated the National Owner-Handled Series.
FOX Sports to expand coverage of the iconic dog show with the longest-running Spanish sports network.
What prompts us to get involved when someone needs or expresses the desire for help? Is it instinctual? I believe it is.
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 […]
Many in our sport are ramping up for what should be yet another memorable experience at the Lyndhurst Castle in Tarrytown, New York– home of the 2022 Westminster Kennel Club. Spectators will be allowed to attend this year which may make it feel a bit different than it did last year. But I for one am looking forward to the opportunity to do Westminster outdoors on this magnificent property! For those unable to attend, Table Talk Live! will be there to share the fun with you! Be sure to stay tuned to our website and Facebook page during the show to join in the fun. Once again, The Canine Chronicle (www.caninechronicle.com) will be posting breed judging results on our website, so be sure to stay tuned for the latest news!
