The Big E’s – A Short Story by Elaine Lessig
Where to begin?? Let’s start at the beginning. For most of us dog show folk, the place where it all starts is the first time you go to a dog show, prepared or not.
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Table Talk
Some people send group 1 or Best In Show photos to the judge AFTER a big win. This, in my opinion, is the maximum “gift” that would be deemed appropriate, and frankly, I have never really been comfortable sending photographs to a judge unless the judge requests it. It is not appropriate to send photos PRIOR to showing to a judge, and sending gifts after a win is also inappropriate and puts the judge in a very awkward position. Promising of judging assignments is also covered on the language above taken directly from the AKC Rules Concerning Misconduct and is a definite “no-no”. As a very dear departed AKC rep always said when asked about things that may have been considered a “gray area” – If you must ask, DON’T DO IT!
Adapt, Change…Survive – The Story of the Pomeranian
All our toy breeds have fascinating histories but none demonstrate the skill, ingenuity and adaptability of pedigree dog breeders quite so well as the history of the Pomeranian.
Remembering Sheila Balch
We received the sad news that longtime judge and Alaskan Malamute breeder, Mrs. Sheila Balch passed away this past weekend. Mrs. Balch was an AKC Judge of the Working Group, several Herding Breeds, as well as Best in Show. She judged several National Specialties and her judging assignments took her all over the world. She […]
Pat Craige-Trotter – Owner-Handlers Get Advice from an Expert
Owner-handlers looking to grow in the sport of purebred dogs could find no better example to follow than someone who has won 11 Hound Groups at the Garden. It’s almost not necessary to mention her name—but of course, we’re referring to Patricia Craige Trotter.
Royal Canin and Eukanuba Petcare Brands Come Together to Unveil World Class Competition Facilities at The Roberts Centre
Two of the most respected names in pet health nutrition are coming together to provide a best-in-class venue to honor incredible breeds and extraordinary performances. Today, Royal Canin® and Eukanuba™, two Mars Petcare brands dedicated to providing premium nutrition to cats and dogs, came together with Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor and The Roberts Centre to unveil ROYAL […]
New Innovative Dog Probiotic for Digestive Health & Immune Function
Introducing BreakThru Biotics Probiotic Spray by Bil-Jac, Puts Pet Health and Probiotics in Reach Bil-Jac, a family-owned and operated, leading manufacturer of Super Premium Dog Foods and Treats, has announced the launch of BreakThru® Biotics Probiotic Food Spray. BreakThru Biotics offers dog parents an easy, natural, proactive way to provide their dogs with daily probiotics. Probiotics […]
The Case For How Dogs Train Us
Good morning, your honor and may it please the court: It never ceases to amaze me how adept dogs are at training people. If we were half as good at training them as they are at training us, every dog would be field, obedience, agility or tracking champions, no question about it.
IMHO – An Answer from Those in the Know!
We asked an AKC Judge, Breeder/Owner/Handler & Professional Handler the following question: Is it preferable to have the same person judge your breed and that group on the same day? Here’s what they had to say…
#ThrowbackThursday – Guess Who? – Check Your Answer!
We have yet another fun photo to share on this Thursday. Can you name the Handler, Judge and Trophy Presenter pictured in this photo from New Brunswick Kennel Club? Guess who? Check back on Monday for the correct answer to this week’s Throwback! This week’s photo featured Tommy “O” Oelschlager ahdnling Ch. Kontoki’s One Mo’ […]
