10 Questions ...

Profession: Dog handler

Dog-sport involvement: Handler and breeder

Hometown: Monterey, California 

Astrological sign: Sagittarius

1. Do you have any dog-show superstitions?  

No, not really. 

2. TV-show guilty pleasure?

“Outlander”!

3. If you were president of AKC for one day, what would you do?  

Though there are many things worth addressing, I think I would try to make a program that promotes and encourages Juniors to show low-entry breeds and get them involved with those parent clubs.

4. Most valued material possession?

Our home.

5. What is something no one would guess about you?

I’m an avid reader and history buff. 

6. Who would you compare yourself to?

My past self, in order to learn, grow and do better. 

7. What are you “famous” for?

Probably for keeping Alberto on track at the shows, LOL! 

8. What website do you visit most often?

YouTube.

9. What was more memorable, your most satisfying win or disappointing defeat? And what was it?

My most memorable was winning back-to-back Bests in Show with “Remy” the Mini Schnauzer in Enumclaw, Washington, while my husband Alberto won Reserve Best in Show with “Enzo” the Frenchie. 

10. What do you wish someone would ask you?

Nothing in particular. I’m a quiet person — I would rather enjoy listening to others in a conversation than needing to speak.