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!
Who was the first woman to ever judge at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show?
I am occasionally asked why I hunt by people with varying motives for posing that question, and their attitude and tone of voice when they ask usually provides a clue as to the sort of response they want. If it’s the frequently belligerent tone and posture of an anti-hunter, my response is almost always something flippant such as, “Why, to aggravate PETA supporters, of course.”
A Golden Retriever puppy was Selected for the Support Dog Training Program.
Did you guess the identity of the young dog show Breeder, Owner, Handler and now Judge in our last #ThrowbackThursday photo?
A lifetime in the dog biz imparts an interesting perspective on lots of stuff. Among the most fascinating phenomena I’ve witnessed is the rise and fall of various breeds. It’s impossible to bottle any predictive cues to spot these trends. They’re shaped by so many random and varying circumstances, which rarely stand out as a proximate cause to explain anything. What I’m trying to say is that it’s virtually impossible to tick those boxes until a breed is actually peaking (up or down).
You didn’t breed your female during her last heat cycle, yet she acts and looks like she is pregnant.
I read these articles while I was at a dog show, watching a Havanese try to jump in everyone’s lap, a Sheltie spin and bark, a Lab carrying its toy ringside, and a couple of terriers facing off. I called malarkey (actually I used a stronger word).
There’s so much to do and see at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan that even longtime attendees may not know the ins and outs of the event.
