Judging

Johnny Shoemaker argues for a measured approach to breed disqualifications. Read More

It's high time for AKC's delegate-judges to be able to charge for their work.
Dee Hutchinson, where are you now? Read More
Different interpretations of the judges breed commentary process. Read More
Geir Flyckt-Pedersen ponders why opinions on dogs can be so unbalanced. Read More

Be careful what you type.
Face To Face, or Facebook? Read More
Sid Marx details the drawbacks of two shows in a day. Read More
I have been a professional handler and Rottweiler breeder for 35 years, and I made this video to demonstrate how the hands-off exam of German-style Sieger shows could be adapted to the AKC show ring. Read More
With apologies to Willie Shakespeare, that is the question dog-show judges are asking themselves, around the country and indeed the world. How will they react to the reality of COVID-19? What is the best thing to do?   Read More

Bob Moore handling Ch. Bethel's Original Ember.
Miniature Schnauzer breeder Robert J. Moore became an all-rounder judge. But to those who knew him, he was always an all-round good guy. Read More

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