Our dogs are multichapions and winners in working trials. The things that I would like to see stopped is in grooming. Jr. What an experience. Perfect Touch Kennels Sweden, Kalix Miniature schnauzer kennel located in the north of Sweden One of our PWDs, Ladybug, was the top winning female PWD in history with 20 Best in Shows and over 200 group placements. Outside of dogs, I enjoy everything: gardening, travel, enjoy theater and movies, horse show spectator and fancier, construction oversight on a personal basis, power equipment and tools, Brimfield (for those of you who know what that is). I think the best mentor I had and continue to rely on is Christine Skrinjar of Taras Sarja Kennel in Germany. Tthe one trend I have seen is dogs getting bigger and bigger. The German Pinscher is still a low entry breed with pockets of regional breeders and exhibitors, but areas where the breed is not represented at AKC shows. GRCH BOB GRCH Blu Majic's Once Upon A Dream, Louann Currey, Standard Poodle M/C, 2 Entries First its a low number breed, so they arent represented in the group as much as others and with pockets of populations that have distinctly different views on the standard; what you are used to seeing in one area of the country may differ drastically in another. I feel that all breed clubs should engage and educate the general public about the strengths and weaknesses of their respective breeds. We askedthe following questions to various expertsinvolved with the breeding & showing of the dog breeds of the Working Group. Breeding these short snouts and overdone exaggerated heads needs to stop. She live in Hampton Roads, Virgina and outside of dogs, she enjoys spending time with friends and family. First with Rombo Bouviers and later under Rendezvous Bouviers when I married Debra in 1989. Judge Kristy Lockard BHM BM BOB Listed Entry Jr. I live in Monson, Massachusetts and have been involved in the sport of purebred dogs since 1969. We (my husband and I) would drive two vehicles to a dog show so that Duke could go with us even though he was too old to show. I dont think they receive a lot of recognition in the Group. I continue to try to learn from all the successful breeders in our breed. While I breed very occasionally, my goal is to produce dogs that are functional, beautiful, and sound of mind and body. and independent. Reward those attributes, even if there are other flawslong in loin, less than ideal headplease avoid the generic showdog syndrome and favor those exhibits that are true to type, rather than the best of the mediocre. I think the primary health concern continues to be hip and elbow dysplasia. They also have less furnishing and bone. The movie Best in Show really represents just how crazy the sport (and the people) of dog shows can be. She turned out to have some outstanding attributes that eventually led to her being shown, owner-handled, with great success. Over the years I have been involved in many different aspects of dogs including competitive sled dog racing, a short stint as a professional handler and several years as a director for the Canadian Kennel Club. My husband and I live in St Helens, Oregon, just outside of Portland. He responded I want to SEE the bite We both laughed so hard it was hard to continue. And then there is the confusing issue of Anatolian tail carriage: the Standard states, When relaxed, [the tail] is carried low and with the end curled upwards. It is not a sled dog race. Neapolitans arent the most popular breed for a judge Originally I had just wanted a guardian breed, with no thought of breeding or showing. She said her dog had been hard-eyeing my dog, creating Zirvas reaction. They need to exude power and drive. Well, I entertained everyone ringside one day. CKC registered and health gaurantees. It is tantamount that the breeders use every test to ensure their future breeding stock and to protect the puppy buyers. A true working dog. The breeding could be local or hundreds of miles away. and travel. Also, the Standard states General balance is more important than absolute size. Ive seen an awful lot of large, but quite unsound Anatolians in the ring who would trip over themselves should they ever have to chase a predator. Experts share their thoughts; veterinarians discuss health concerns, research organizations tell of scientific breakthroughs and readers in general have a great time with this coffee-table quality magazine published twelve times a year. our success. I believe the Anatolian parent club wants to place a greater emphasis on the working aspects of our Anatolians in their decision making processes. Trends Ive noticed, the main thing that comes to mind is how many rescue dogs and owner surrenders we get. I was first approved to judge in 1992. We went to many shows the first six years and learned quite a bit on our own through watching, listening and research. Dont talk to them like they were a household pet as they might find this disconcerting. After experiencing the incredible draw this breed has I started to build a breeding program from dogs in the US, Canada, Hungary and Italy. The emphasis of more weight needs to end. My most treasured judging assignment has to be judging my breed at the 2018 World Dog Show Bamburs Kennels Sweden, Strngns Homebreed Miniature Schnauzers black, black & silver and white. Melinda: We live in Montpelier, Virginia. My first time showing a dog was with a harl bitch. I would like to see the She has led him to Grand Champion #3 in the country as well as an All Breed Best in Show, Awards of Merit, and The breed in three words: majestic, athletic and smart. There was rousing applause! In 2000, I began breeding under the DoMarco kennel name. Dogs with serious structural movement faults often have flashy side gait and handlers move the dogs out fast to hide the faults. He is greatly missed. We are a small club who does try to get out and do judges education as often as possible. As in our whole sport, some of the best breeders are retiring from active breeding and no one has stepped up to fill the void. breed standard. They are engaged in judges education several times a year. I do not know if some breeds are more popular than in the past. Portage, Please see our Privacy Policy for more information. Overall, orthopedic issues seem to be the biggest complaint of many Newf owners and breeders. At shows and trials, we must all remember we are the face of our sport and someone is always watching, poor behavior may just be the reason the new person does not continue on in our sport. Our kennel has produced over 150 champions to date along with over 350 working titles. When you live with a PWD there is never a dull moment. the difference. I think over the last 9 years we have steadily climbed the ranks in popularity as you will see the Cane Corso routinely making the cut in the group and quite often earning placements in the group. I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren who live close enough that I can see My first mentor was a Lab breeder who set a wonderful example for me as a responsible breeder; emphasizing health testing, temperament and conformation as the combination for a great breeding program. I think a pen or something plastic must have been dropped so I try to get it out of Aloysius mouth. Sunshine Palace S. Kennels Japan, Show quality miniature schnauzers, wire-haired dachshund miniature,,, etc. Vetting puppy buyers is a lot of work but pays off with great homes for our dogs. Most of my dogs are family members, guarding adults and children, but many are active working dogs for police, customs, guide dogs, etc. Fair as in equal representation in group placements, no, and there are several reasons for that status. Do they have substantial bone that is also called for in our standard? The two biggest pitfalls new judges face in judging the German Pinscher is finding a dog who has the proper topline, tailset and movement. Although my dogs were always stready and well socialized I had to anticipate that many judges were still fearful. I prefer the breeding is done at a Vets. Outside of breeding and showing Neapolitans we (Stacey and I) run ICKC dog shows. Is the topline straight and firm? Most of that time was the exhibiting of Great Danes, Doberman Pinschers and Bichon Frises. So now I am a Gentleman Rancher on our place with a great view of Pikes Peak. I also judged a Dane, Basset, and Rhodesian Ridgeback Specialty in Australia. I remember the first obedience trial I went to not all that The biggest pitfall I see coming is not understanding the Cane Corso history and its original use as a farm dog. The use of long frozen semen ties us to the past in a good way. I do love to see all the children and junior handlers at the shows loving and being close to the dogs. Hiking is one of my passions. They are a people person dog, happy and friendly, good temperaments are important, especially since they are a pack animal and need to be able to work with other dogs. Does the dog have the impressive head and muzzle that is called for in our standard? When you have a Doberman who has beautiful movement, correct structure and the look at me presence, its hard not to point to that dog. The following day, Chess was again shown in front of the same judge. For many years, group placements were few. I have also bred champions in the following breeds: Standard and Miniature Schnauzers, Bouvier des Flanders, Rottweilers, Greyhounds and Silky Terriers. Except for dogs I read about three books every week. We got a fantastic bitch (Savvy) that we eventually bred to one of their dogs through frozen semen. Nonetheless there is always much work to be done. In 2017 Katrina and Annie where #7 in NOHS and in the Top 20 for the AKC Grand Championship. They dont require a lot of exercise, but enjoy the occasional walks and being around their family and do not make good kennel dogs. Legislatures and home insurance companies make it harder to own guarding dogs that enrich our lives. We have secured our name in the Cane Corso history books not only by winning Westminster twice and having the #1 Cane Corso in the country but also by becoming the 1st Cane Corso to win a BIS in the history of the AKC. As a breed club we have worked diligently to insure that these diseases are slowly being eliminated from the breed. She then got involved with Newfoundlands in 2002 and acquired her first PWD in October of 2004 from Pouch Cove. It appears that, especially in males, they are starting to breed big again. One of my first Rottweilers competing in open and utility obedience who, for a good laugh, would continually leap out of the ring and back in the ring just to say hello to those sitting ringside. I guess the look on my face was pure shock when I realized what he had in his mouthand I looked up at the judge and he cracked up laughing. I think we need to work harder with our judges to help them truly understand our breed in order to judge them well. I think it was more embarrassing then anything but when the dog took her across the floor and she stood up, she looked liked shed mopped the floor with her suit. I am a Doberman Pinscher Club of America JEC member and in all of our presentations we discuss the importance of correct temperament. They are a strong, powerful, determined breed that requires extensive socialization and training. I live in Newtown, Connecticut. After about 15 years of raising and working my dogs, I was encouraged to begin showing my dogs as well. What I would like to see stopped is those who breed to the top winning dog simply because he is the top winner. new breeds. I learned the importance of structure, breed type, pedigree and phenotype from my horse experience. Prior to my involvement in the sport of dogs I had trained and shown Morgan Horses (the old type). I seek to continually deepen my knowledge, particularly about professional care of dams and sires, conscientious whelping, and responsible placement of well socialized puppies. There are some beautiful dogs that are starting their careers this year so hopefully this will change. I had to learn to groom my Poodle, my first job in a show kennel the groomers helped me learn more. In 1956, I founded and was president of the Greater Pittsburgh Poodle Club that was registered with the AKC and is still in existence to-day. I am also a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator of the AKC. I consider preservation breeding of purpose-bred dogs a passion and a form of science combined with art. The opportunity to meet new people, visit interesting places and to judge beautiful dogs around the world has exceeded all my dreams. Why? I currently co-own ABIRA, who finished 2018 as the #1 Doberman All Systems whose sire was from breeding program. A breeding trend that I prefer is that we have Giants that are robust, strong, well balanced, with a lot of bone. I would like to see the cropping of tails continue in the United States. Im troubled by the large amount of dogs Im seeing with Boxer like sloping top-lines and weak rears. Otherwise, the bell curve slips towards mediocrity. Open Female BF BOW BOB Listed Entry, Poodle M/C, 1 Entry She was a Professional in the equine world for a few years and also rode and showed her own horses as an Amateur. She took me to shows and rooted me on in the ring. Adult Female BF BOW BOB Listed Entry I believe we have moved away from having as many long and low Newfs with too much turn of stifle but need to continue improving along these lines. I continue to study and learn more about all of the breeds and my goal is to bring a breeders eye to my judging every time. There are trends in the Rottweiler that have been positive, including greater public perception in a positive light of the breed and an increase in focus on health and a return to the working ability of the Rottweiler. We are most proud that our kennel has produced over 24 Versatile Newfoundland titles. From there, she went to work for numerous top handlers on the east coast. His reply, Well, I wasnt going to breed her!. 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