Showsight - February 2022 Edition

Showsight - The Dog Show Magazine: February 2022 Edition, featuring articles, tips, and information provided with help from breeders, owners, handlers, club members, and judges who have agreed to share their expertise with us.

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Breeder/Owner/Handler C H E R I E M C D A N I E L Cheristar Miniature Pinschers

Thank You to All the Judges Who Have Been “Charmed” by Our Girl.

E X C E P T I O N A L B R E E D T Y P E , S U P E R B T E M P E R A M E N T & E X Q U I S I T E M O V E M E N T . the bitch with

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THANK YOU JUDGE MS . D I ANE R . LANDSTROM, BEST OF BREED

THANK YOU JUDGE MS . D I ANE R . LANDSTROM, GROUP 4

GCH ROJAN S DA R K R EMNAN T A L LUR E WAC

S I R E - GCH S GA L L AN T ’ S DOU B L E OH S E V E N V C I D E N WAC DAM - GCH CH ROJ AN S S H E ’ S R A D I OAC T I V E A L LU R E

H E A LT H T E S T I NG : O FA - E XC E L L E N T, VWD - C A R R I E R , HO LT E R - NORMA L , E CHO - NORMA L , B L AC K- # 3 , T H Y RO I D - NORMA L

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C E D A R K N O L L & R O J A N S

THANK YOU JUDGE MR . DEL R I CHARDS , BEST OF BREED

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S loane BIS RBIS MBISS GCHB CH

POOLE’S IDE SARGEANT SLOANE CD RN MX MXJ MXF

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SPANIEL (IRISH WATER)

BEST IN SHOW WINNER • MULTIPLE GROUP WINNER

Irish WaterSpaniel NUMBER ONE Sporting Group ** TOP FIFTEEN FOR 2021 ALL SYSTEMS *

THANK YOU JUDGE CINDY C. LANE FOR RECOGNIZING SLOANE IN THE GROUP

Presented by Joanne Thibault Owned by Stephanie O’Reilly and Gregory M. Siner Bred by Poole’s Ide - Gregory M. Siner and Samuel A. Jenio

*ALL SYSTEMS AS OF 12/31/21

**AKC STATS AS OF 12/31/21

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Thank you judge Ms. Carolyn A. Herbel for this prestigious win

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SPANIEL (ENGLISH COCKER)

From the ECSCA Standard Expression –Soft, melting, yet dignified, alert, and intelligent.

Multiple Best in Specialties Multiple Supported Shows Multiple Group Placings

OWNED BY Lynda & Robert Gall Pamela Morgan

VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO HANDLERS

Laura King & Robin Novack

ASSISTED BY Sam Hanle & Trey Behm

BRED BY Lynda & Robert Gall and Debra Pitchford

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Southern California Sporting Dog Fanciers Group 2 (580+ Sporting Dog Group) - Ken Murray (Pictured) Kennel Club of Palm Springs Group 2 (540+ Sporting Dog Group) - Paula Nykiel (Pictured) Seattle Kennel Club

IWS All Systems *

Sporting Dog *

All Breed *

Group 3 - Patricia Trotter Gig Harbor Kennel Club Best in Show - Linda Reece (Pictured) Gig Harbor Kennel Club Group 1 - Robert Robinson (Pictured) Puyallup Valley Dog Fanciers, Inc Best in Show - Patricia Trotter (Pictured) Puyallup Valley Dog Fanciers, Inc. Group 1 - Charles Olvis (Pictured) Dog Fanciers Association of Oregon, Inc. Group 3 - Elaine Lessig

*AKC Stats as of 1/18/22

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SPANIEL (IRISH WATER)

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C G C T K N Breeders: Colleen McDaniel & Stacy Duncan Owners: Stacy Duncan & Cat Shelby Handler: Stacy Duncan SHOWSIGHT MAGAZINE, FEBRUARY 2022 | 9

Starting the N EW Y E A R S T RONG

GCHG CLARITY REACH THE SKY VJK-MYST

Thank you Group Judges Mr. David R. Mi l ler and Mrs. Barbara Dempsey Alderman! Owners: Carley Simpson, Suzanne Acevedo & Yvonne Hassler-Deterding Breeders: Claire Malcolm & Mariah Dupuy Owned And Presented By: Valerie Nunes-Atkinson • Assisted By: Antonio Vidmar

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POINTER (GERMAN SHORTHAIRED)

• MULTIPLE BEST IN SHOW • MULTIPLE BEST IN SPECIALTY SHOW 1 GSP NO. ALL YSTEMS 2021 *

#TEAMJADE

*ALL SYSTEMS AS OF 12/31/21

©HAN ‘22

Katie Gochev GRAPHICS

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*DN STATS AS OF 12/31/21 BRIARD

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BREEDER OWNER LINDA BARCHENGER & RONALD RANDALL – LORIEN OES SHOWN BY BREEDER LITA LONG – BLUE PANDA OES SHOWING IN A RING NEAR YOU

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OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG

S I L V E R G R A N D C H A M P I O N C H

B C A T , I T Ralph

Being awarded Best of Breed under Barbara Alderman and earning his silver GCH title. “What truly lovely example of the breed, I should know, I showed a lot of them” she said. Thank you for this lovely win. BOS under Emily Barnhart at the Sunshine State Herding Show in Florida. Such a nice win with stiff competition. Ralph continues to gather fans and friends with his showmanship and lovely easy way of going in and out of the ring, impressive head, body with crisp coat and outline that describe true breed type.

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Bred & Owned by Dawn Stevens-Lindemaier Co-owned with Michele True

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CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL

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Owned by Michele True

Co-Owned & Bred by Dawn Stevens-Lindemaier candid photography by ©SueBee Photography

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CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL

2021 3RD OVERALL Top Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in CKCSC USA *

*CKCSC 12/28/21

GCH CH Legacy Chenin Blanc with Evera

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GREAT PYRENEES

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*AKC ALL BREED STATS AS OF 6/30/21

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AIREDALE TERRIER

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RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK

*AKC STATS AS OF 12/31/21

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GCHp Lyonnese Blueprint Of A Legend MB I S MR B I S MB I S S Samburu

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RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK

#1 #8 RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK* HOUND* 2021

EXPERTLY PRESENTED BY FRANK MURPHY

OWNED BY NICOLE DAVIS

BRED BY LYONNESE KENNELS

*AKC STATS AS OF 12/31/21

OUR SINCEREST APPRECIATION AND GRATITUDE TO ALL JUDGES WHO HAVE AWARDED SAMBURU. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING WHAT 2022 WILL BRING US.

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OF THE 2021 GSPCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW NATIONAL SPECIALTY MATURITY MULTIPLE BEST OF BREED WINNER Best of Breed Winner

PRESENTED BEAUTIFULLY IN THE RING TO THIS HONOR BY HER CO-BREEDER TINA PARKER-CRAIG

THANK YOU TO JUDGE MRS. HEATHER BRENNAN AND TO ALL THE JUDGES WHO HAVE RECOGNIZED OUR BEAUTIFUL GIRL

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POINTER (GERMAN SHORTHAIRED)

CH SHOMBERG’S ANYTHING COULD HAPPEN GCH CH MI KARMA N SANDY CREEK ONE MAN BAND (BOWIE) CD BN RE JH DM DS CGC X CH SHOMBERG’S TOO MARVELOUS FOR WORDS (KEELY) RM SH GSPCA VC CGC Ellie National Specialty Champion SHOWSIGHT MAGAZINE, FEBRUARY 2022 | 33 owners EVAN TZANIS & DR. NIA TATSIS breeders KAHLA ENNIS, SHARON DATTILIO, TINA M. CRAIG & BRENDA MAHONEY handler JOANNE THIBAULT

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FOX TERRIER (SMOOTH)

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Message from the Publisher AJ ARAPOVIC For the Love of the Game WALTER SOMMERFELT Lines from Linda LINDA AYERS TURNER KNORR Candids: Memories Captured LINDA AYERS TURNER KNORR

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Budapest FCI European Dog Show 2021 KARL DONVIL

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Great Pyrenees VARIOUS GUESTS Keeshond VARIOUS GUESTS Schnauzer VARIOUS GUESTS Scottish Terrier VARIOUS GUESTS Yorkshire Terrier VARIOUS GUESTS

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Show Chairs Never Sit SANDRA GROESCHEL Bonded by Birthing BJ ANDREWS

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Interview: Warren & Vicky Cook ALLAN REZNIK

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Ring Ready VARIOUS GUESTS

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Coming Attractions

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The Working Group VARIOUS GUESTS

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Index to Advertisers

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G C H S T A R L I N E W I N D B O R N R E J O I C E R E J O I C E

Carly

M U L T I P L E G R O U P P L A C I N G M U L T I P L E N O H S B I S W I N N E R

Sire: GCHB Nordic Sea von Mullewapp at Starline, JC, BCAT, DEX, DM, ROM Dam: CH Starline’s Amaluna at Windborn

Owner-Handler: Michelle Ewing Co-Owner: Lori Wilson-Paust Breeders: Lori Lawrence & Lori Wilson-Paust

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WHIPPET

A M E S S A G E F R OM T H E P U B L I S H E R CELEBRATING YOU!

D id you know that for the past three years, a little over 83 percent of all show dogs have been han- dled by their Owners? Without Owner-Handlers, the dog fancy wouldn’t be what it is today. Now is a good time for us to celebrate and thank each of our Owner- Handlers. The success of our shows is the result of your dedica- tion and hard work. Did you also know that there are approximately 22,000 AKC events held each year? Ladies and Gentlemen, our sport is growing—and it’s not slowing down. One of the big reasons for this growth is the introduction of the National Owner-Han- dled Series. Since its introduction, a little more than five years ago, this competition has helped the fancy grow—year after year. So, let’s be sure to thank the clubs that have offered this Series as well as those that are looking to introduce it as part of their show weekend. The more clubs that offer the Series, the better it will be for our sport. Show Chairs, please remember that what’s good for the fancy is good for your club as well. I remember when the Owner-Handled Series was intro- duced. Almost everyone thought that it wasn’t going to be spe- cial. Some even thought that it was a second-tier competition. But with a positive attitude, a willingness to accept change and, most importantly, a lot of hard work, the Series has become a success, and the number of Owner-Handlers overall has sky- rocketed. The National Owner-Handled Series is a reminder that there are many reasons to exhibit your “perfect” dog, not just for the ratings systems and “winning at all costs.” We do have to thank the American Kennel Club for insti- tuting the Series and for listening to YOU. They’ve been work- ing hard and making improvements for the better. Yes, there is long way to go, but everything takes time, and refinements are sure to be made toward perfecting the point system, making the Series more prestigious, and getting more clubs involved. As they say, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” If our attitude remains positive, we can ignore the troublemakers and bring smiles back to every dog show. If we have the will to work hard to make things better, we can achieve anything. In March of 2021, Aramedia Group Inc., publisher of SHOWSIGHT, launched the first-ever Owner-Handler Pub- lication, “Ring-Ready,” which in just 10 short months has already reached over three million views on www.showsight- magazine.com and on our social media pages. It is with a clear intention that we keep targeting dog-lovers nationwide who aren’t yet part of our dog show community—but soon will be. Through Ring-Ready alone, we have brought many new Owner-Handlers into our community. Through their purchase of a purebred dog from one of our Preservation Breeders, it is hoped that at least 1 in 10 will enter their new dog at an AKC dog show. Look for the number of Owner-Handlers to continue to rise at even higher rates, month by month, as the majority of newcomers are only interested in showing their dogs them- selves, and many of the breeders and exhibitors who weren’t actively showing over the past two years are coming back to the show ring. I would like to note that we are sharing editorials with all newcomers on the differences between having their dog shown by a Professional Handler and showing their dog themselves, as it is crucial that every newcomer is given the choice to choose if they will show themselves or hire a professional. Today, it seems that we have more Professional Handlers than ever. Now it has come to my attention, over and over, that standards have been lowered and not much is needed any longer to call your- self a “professional.”

This is a topic for another day, but to get it kick-started, we do need to create a standard that every person who is (and is looking to become) a Professional Handler should go by to be fully recognized as a Professional Handler. I understand that this is controversial, but without a genuine standard, quality will dwindle down, which we simply can’t allow if our community is to continue its growth. I can’t stop this message without mentioning the troublemakers. It seems like every other community has troublemakers and those who simply don’t think that any of the rules apply to them. So, they just speak their mind on social media or in their little cir- cles, plotting some type of takeover that they will never achieve. Although there is only small number of these people like this in our community, it is still too many. Over 98 percent of the people in our sport are amazing, positive people who want the sport to thrive. But then you have that two percent who just don’t share the same goals as the positive people who want to be happy, enjoy the dogs, and make dog shows a perfect weekend getaway—a vacation! Well, let me rephrase this: They want the community to thrive only if they are Number One. This isn’t right nor is it productive for the dog show community. Let me share one example: A few months ago, I called a President of one of Parent Clubs to let them know that we will be featuring their breed and to ask if the club would provide educational articles and a one-page advertisement to promote anything the club would like—all published at no charge. In short, the club president said, “We don’t need to promote our breed. We are doing well.” This came from a person who has won 12 of the last 20 National Special- ties. I will let you decide for yourself if this person is doing what’s best for that breed or not. As a publisher, I have many examples like this. Do you know how I reply to this kind of reception? I thank that person for their team, and then my team and I spend hours and days researching all reputable breeders in that breed. When we find them, we reach out and give them an opportunity to promote their breed. One of the main reasons why we sometimes feel the that Sport of Dogs is hurting is because that two percent is loud, and the 98 percent is often too quiet. The reality is that every community has positive and negative people, mean people and nice people, liars and honest people. This is true for our sport too, but most of us can agree to work together by being positive, motivational, and lov- ing. Together, we can continue to celebrate the sport. Let’s take this opportunity to focus on building our community, continuing to support one another, and welcoming new dog owners into our sport. I would like to apologize for getting sidetracked a bit, because this was supposed to be a 300-500-word message, just about Owner-Handlers. However, while sitting at my office desk, typ- ing this message, my emotions led me elsewhere. We all deserve to be thanked—from the AKC to the Professional Handler, Breeder, Judge, Photographer, Groomer, Supportive Husband and Wife and, of course, the Owner-Handler. Let’s celebrate one another by saying, “Thank you.”

Live, Laugh, Love… Breed and Exhibit all those Perfect Dogs!

AJ ARAPOVIC, OWNER & PUBLISHER

Est 1992

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HISTORY IN THE MAKING

GCHS BLUE ELK BEGINING OF AN ICON

BRED BY ALLYSON SENEK

OWNED/HANDLED BY BILLY HUNTINGTON HuntingtonHandling.com FlawlesslyKennel.com

MINIATURE AMERICAN SHEPHERD

For the Love of the Game THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MAN AND THE SPORT THROUGHOUT HISTORY

I t is February 2022 and winter sports are about to take center stage with the Winter Olympic Games, being held this year in Beijing, China. Many of the athletes have been training their entire lives for the opportunity to compete in the Olympics and to fulfill their dream of an Olympic medal. They compete because they love their sport and they love the competition. As the athletes train and dream, the outside world of COVID and world politics again tries to use the Olympic Games themselves to promote various agendas not related to the sports themselves. It is unfortunate, but in the world in which we live, agendas have taken over many of life’s simple pleasures. We have seen it in our own sport, with COVID shutting down many shows for over a year. Meanwhile, the states and various politicians continue to have an impact on many shows as we move forward into the future. This reflects on how the world today has put restrictions on what we can do and how we can do it. In spite of all the interference by outsiders, the Olympic Games (much like our sport of purebred dogs) is about people from all over the globe training and compet- ing—simply because they love it. THE EARLY HISTORY OF SPORT I think it would be safe to say that since man’s earliest time, there has existed some type of competitive sport. It may have originated from something as simple as a foot race between two children or possibly a hunting competition between two hunters in a tribe or a family. But it is likely that man has always had a competitive instinct to be the best at something. When looking at the history of various types of organized sports or competitions, you can go back to ancient times and start with the Olympic Games. Though its history is part of many myths and legends, the origins of the Olympics are believed to have taken place in Olympia, a district found in Southern Greece. The Games are better known as Olympiads (an Olympiad was considered the four years between Games). They began in 776 BCE and took place at least two decades before the founding of Rome. The founding of Rome can be dated “OL. 6.3” or translated as the third year of the 6th Olympiad. It is believed that the ancient Olympic Games lasted for about 10 centuries until 391 AD, when Emperor Theodosius I ended the ancient Games. For the Ancient Greeks, the Olympics were not just about sports. They also served as a religious event held on the temple site of Olympia, which was dedicated to Zeus. The site held a gold and ivory statue of the king of the gods. The statue, by the great Greek sculptor, Pheidias, stood 42 feet high and was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The main sporting events in those early Olympic Games were: Boxing, Discus, Equestrian Events, Javelin, Jumping, Running, Wrestling, and other events that were added or removed over the history of the Games.

BY WALTER SOMMERFELT

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G R A N D C H A M P I O N SHIRA YURI AMYTHEST IRIS

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BICHON FRISE

A SUPER STAR FOR SHIRA YURI BICHONS

AKC Award of Excellence 2021 Multiple Group Placements

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Blue Am Pe Gch Alta Stardom Blues MAKING BREED HISTORY! FIRST MAS to win these Titles: Americas and Caribbean & Sicalam winner 2021 - Peruvian Gch

Breeder-Owner: Valerie L. Nilsson Alta Kennels

Edmilson Reis

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MINIATURE AMERICAN SHEPHERD

Am Pe Gch Br Ch VAyC2021 SICALAM2021 Alta Stardom Blues

Judge: Fernando M. Rodrigues 4TH BIS NEW BRAZILIAN CHAMPION A L T A M I N I A T U R E A M E R I C A N S H E P H E R D S Back to Back

Judge: Roberto Del Puerto

Expertly Presented & Championed Under Jhonathan Lemos

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B R E D B Y I S S I B A A S A L U K I S OWN E D B Y L Y N D E L L A C K E R MA N & S H A R O N K I N N E Y AMERICA’S TOP SMOOTH 2020-2021 SPECIALTY WINNING • MULT IPLE GROUP WINNING B R O N Z E G R A N D C H A M P I O N Issibaa’s Llarkin

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SALUKI

Red

T H A N K Y O U J U D G E M R . R A N D Y E . G A R R E N B E S T O F B R E E D SCOTTSDALE DOG FANCI ERS ASSOCIAT ION

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*AKC ALL BREED STATS AS OF 10/31/21

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MINIATURE SCHNAUZER

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#1 #3 SLOUGHI NOHS * SLOUGHI BREED & ALL BREED **

*AKC NOHS STATS AS OF 1/7/2022 **AKC STATS AS OF 12/31/21

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SLOUGHI

AAFIQ ALMABOUB IN AAF IQ BRED BY NANCY LOVELADY INT. CH AND AM. CH QALB ELSSAD BAGIR EL QAMAR X CH KAMEA MAHANAJIM OWNED BY KIM BROWN AND NANCY LOVELADY

setting the gold standard

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B Vitamins, Heat Cycles and Energy The Link Between i i , l

How They Help Dog Breeding Thiamine (vitamin B1) has been shown to be important for the growth and development of cells in the body. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is involved in energy production and aids in the formation of hormones. Folic acid (vitamin B9) helps promote red blood cell formation and has been shown to lower the risk for neural tube and midline birth defects, improve the environment for the developing egg, and is associated with improved chances of pregnancy and reduced risk of ovulatory infertility. and is associated with improved chances of pregnancy and reduced risk of ovulatory infertility. of hormones. Folic acid (vitamin B9) helps promote red blood cell formation and has been shown to lower the risk for neural tube and midline birth defects, improve the environment for the developing egg, How They Help Dog Breeding Thiamine (vitamin B1) has been shown to be important for the growth and development of cells in the body. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is involved in energy production and aids in the formation

The link between vitamin deficiency and reproductive challenges is one that is often overlooked in dog breeding. Vitamins play an essential role in the reproductive cycle of dogs. Irregular heatcycles can be caused by a vitamin deficiency. Importance of B Vitamins B vitamins are also necessary for energy production in the body which is required for reproductive health. Without sufficient energy, the body cannot produce hormones and ultimately support conception. Proper nerve function and cell energy are also dependent on healthy levels of B vitamins. And because B vitamins are water soluble, they are not stored by the body so they must be replaced daily. B vitamins are water soluble, they are not stored by the body so they must be replaced daily. Breeder’s Edge ® B Strong™ contains eight water-soluble B-complex vitamins: thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), pyridoxine (vitamin B6), folic acid (vitamin B9), vitamin B12, biotin (vitamin B7) and pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). These vitamins function as coenzymes that help the body obtain energy from food. B2), niacin (vitamin B3), pyridoxine (vitamin B6), folic acid (vitamin B9), Breeder’s Edge ® B Strong™ contains eight water-soluble B-complex vitamins: thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin vitamin B12, biotin (vitamin B7) and pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). These vitamins function as coenzymes that help the body obtain energy from food. The link between vitamin deficiency and reproductive challenges is one that is often overlooked in dog breeding. Vitamins play an essential role in the reproductive cycle of dogs. Irregular heatcycles can be caused by a vitamin deficiency. Importance of B Vitamins B vitamins are also necessary for energy production in the body which is required for reproductive health. Without sufficient energy, the body cannot produce hormones and ultimately support conception. Proper nerve function and cell energy are also dependent on healthy levels of B vitamins. And because

Females experiencing a heavy vaginal discharge, or a cycle is just not “normal” could be caused by underlying anemia. A B vitamin supplement such as B Strong should be given to support the rebuilding of her red blood cells. B Strong also contains zinc, an antioxidant and an essential mineral, responsible for proper cellular function, immunity, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division. It’s also necessary for healthy growth and development, from pregnancy through adulthood. Iron is included to support blood building. These nutrients are added at a lower level to supplement the existing diet. Vitamins, specifically B-complex vitamins, have been shown to help reproductive health and energy levels in breeding dogs. Combined with a proper diet, Breeder’s Edge B Strong provides the B-complex vitamins, minerals and amino acids to help maintain proper nutrition and support good health. to supplement the existing diet. Vitamins, specifically B-complex vitamins, have been shown to help reproductive health and energy levels in breeding dogs. Combined with a proper diet, Breeder’s Edge B Strong provides the B-complex vitamins, minerals and amino acids to help maintain proper nutrition and support good health. Call us at 800.786.4751 with any questions or for help finding the right products for your needs. Call us at 800.786.4751 with any questions or for help finding the right products for your needs. Females experiencing a heavy vaginal discharge, or a cycle is just not “normal” could be caused by underlying anemia. A B vitamin supplement such as B Strong should be given to support the rebuilding of her red blood cells. B Strong also contains zinc, an antioxidant and an essential mineral, responsible for proper cellular function, immunity, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division. It’s also necessary for healthy growth and development, from pregnancy through adulthood. Iron is included to support blood building. These nutrients are added at a lower level

Vitamins play an essential role in the reproductive cycle of dogs. Vitamins play an essential role in the reproductive cycle of dogs.

Breeder’s Edge B Strong contains B vitamins that are important in the formation and function of red blood cells. For example, a deficiency of vitamin B12 can cause anemia indogs (low red blood cells). Breeder’s Edge B Strong contains B vitamins that are important in the formation and function of red blood cells. For example, a deficiency of vitamin B12 can cause anemia indogs (low red blood cells).

The materials, information and answers provided through this article are not intended to replace the medical advice or services of a qualified veterinarian or other pet health care professional. Consult your own veterinarian for answers to specific medical questions, including diagnosis, treatment, therapy or medical attention. Not to be used without permission of Revival Animal Health. The materials, information and answers provided through this article are not intended to replace the medical advice or services of a qualified veterinari n or oth r pet h alth care professional. Consult your own veterinarian for answers to specific medical qu stions, including diagnosis, treatment, therapy or m dic l ttentio . Not to be used without permi sion of Revival Animal Health.

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AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG

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FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MAN AND THE SPORT THROUGHOUT HISTORY

THROUGHOUT HISTORY, NEW GAMES, SPORTS, AND AREAS OF COMPETITION HAVE FILLED OUR LIVES TO THE POINT WHERE YOU NOW HAVE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF VARIOUS CLUBS, LEAGUES, AND LEVELS OF SPORTS THAT INCLUDE PEOPLE OF ALL AGES, NATIONALITIES, AND DEGREES OF ABILITIES—FROM AMATEUR TO PROFESSIONAL.

American football as we know it can be traced back to early versions of rugby football. Walter Camp, a Yale University athlete and coach, is considered the “Father of American Football.” Camp introduced many changes and set rules for the line of scrimmage, and for down and distance, as well as additional rules for passing and blocking that led to the game we have today. Golf can be traced to Scotland during the 15th century. It was the golf course at Leith (near Edinburgh) that first published rules around 1682. Nearly a century later, in 1754, the St. Andrews Society of Golfers was formed. The Society began annual com- petitions based on the rules established at Leith. Stroke play was introduced in 1759 and the first (now standard) 18-hole course was constructed in 1764. Throughout history, new games, sports, and areas of competi- tion have filled our lives to the point where you now have hundreds of thousands of various clubs, leagues, and levels of sports that include people of all ages, nationalities, and degrees of abilities— from amateur to professional. SPORT AND OUR CANINE COMPANIONS Did you know that “lure coursing” is probably the oldest of all sports done with a dog, and its popularity can be traced to both the ancient Greeks and Romans? In fact, by the Middle Ages, owner- ship of sighthounds in most countries was prohibited by law for all but the aristocracy. England’s King Canute passed a law that said Greyhounds could not be owned by any person inferior to a gentleman in rank. By the reign of Elizabeth I, coursing was so popular that Elizabeth directed her Earl Marshal to develop the first rules for coursing. The resulting book, The Laws of the Leash , laid out how gazehounds should be handled on the course and how to judge which dog won the match. Dog shows as we know them would not arrive until the middle 1800s, even though breeders and owners probably had a variety of ways in which they compared their stock. It wasn’t until 1859 that the first English dog show was held in Newcastle, Northumberland, England. The best-known show in England is Crufts, which has been held annually since 1886—nine years after the inaugural Westminster Kennel Club dog show. The first formal dog show in the United States was held in 1877, sponsored by the Westminster Kennel Club in New York City, and is still today probably the most well-known show in the world of dog shows. Thinking about all sports, Westminster is the second- longest continuous sporting event in our country, second only to the Kentucky Derby. Also, just like the Derby, when COVID

ROME: GLADIATORS, CHARIOTS, AND THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS

It is known that the Romans were great fans of sports of all types. In the 6th century BCE, the “Circus Maximus” was a char- iot racetrack built in Rome. It was used for all types of Roman games and gladiator fights. It is believed to have hosted its last chariot races in the 6th century. As with many ancient buildings and towns, mother nature ultimately covered the Circus Maximus over numerous centuries. The site was partially excavated in the 20th century and then remodeled. Today, it continues as an impor- tant public space, hosting music concerts and rallies. During the 1st Century AD, following a fire in 64 AD, the Circus had an estimated capacity of 150,000-250,000 spectators. Just think about the largest stadiums in the world today and think about that in comparison. Most of the documented history of sport, going back at least 3,000 years, shows us that early sports often involved the preparation for war or training as a hunter. It was, however, the Ancient Greeks (with the first Olympic Games in 776 BC, and later, the Romans) who introduced formal sports competitions to the world. SPORT IN THE MODERN WORLD Throughout the many centuries that followed those early games, a variety of sports and competitions grew throughout the world. Cricket, for example, originated in South-East England some- time in the late 16th century, and by the 18th century it had become the National Sport of England. Alexander Cartwright of New York is credited with creating the baseball field in 1845 as we know it today. Mr. Cartwright and the members of his New York Knickerbocker Base Ball Club devised the first rules and regulations that became the accepted standard for the modern game of baseball. Believe it or not, the first formal rules for basketball were devised in 1892. Initially, the players dribbled a soccer ball up and down a court of unspecified dimensions, and baskets were first introduced a year later in 1893. The origins of rugby can be traced back over 2,000 years to a Roman game called “harpastum” (from the Greek word for “seize”). But unlike soccer, in which the ball is propelled by the foot, in rugby it is also carried in the hands.

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A big thank you to esteemed Terrier Judges, Mrs. Rosalind Kramer and Mrs. Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine for these very special wins!

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CAIRN TERRIER

FCI International Champion * | Puerto Rican Grand Champion | Latin American Champion | Pan American Champion | Canadian Champion MULTIPLE BEST IN SHOW, MULTIPLE BEST IN SPECIALTY SHOW & MULTIPLE RESERVE BEST IN SHOW WINNING GCHP MAITRISE DU CHATEAU ROCHER C G C A T K A R A T N T T C A R N C G C U * *

THANK YOU TO THE TOP 20 JUDGES

Thank You To AKC Judge Mrs . Pat M. Jenkins , Handler Judge Mrs . Karyn Cowdrey, and Breeder Judge Mrs . Jal ien Watson

MAîTRISE WINS THE NATIONAL SPECIALITY FOR THE 3 RD TIME

Thank You Judge Mr. James S. Albrecht

Thank You Judge Ms . Joyce A. Vanek

Thank You Judge Mrs . Mur rel Purkhi ser

*AKC s t a t s a s of 1 1 /30/21

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BEAUCERON

BEAUCERON BREED & ALL BREED *

MOST WINNING FEMALE BEAUCERON IN AKC HISTORY!

Thank You Judge Mrs . Sheree Moses Combs

THE FIRST AND ONLY FEMALE BEAUCERON TO EARN BIS, RBIS & GRAND CHAMPION GOLD, AND NOW THE ONLY BEAUCERON EVER TO ACHIEVE PLATINUM ! * *

PRESENTED BY TONY CARTER AND AMIE MCLAUGHLIN BRED BY KARLA DAVIS OWNED BY KAREN MULLER

*FCI CH Pend i ng Document a t i on

* *Pend i ng AKC conf i rma t i on

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BIS BISS GCH WINWEIM BRECIA HARLINE PURPLE RAIN

THANK YOU JUDGES FOR THESE INCREDIBLE WINS FOR OUR GIRL.

TEXAS KENNEL CLUB – GROUP 1 MISS SANDRA LEX

NORTHSTAR WEIMARANER CLUB – 1 & 2 BEST IN SPECIALTY MR. JIM FEHRING (NOT PICTURED) & MRS. DANIELLE BROWN LAND O’ LAKES – GROUP 1 MRS. DANIELLE BROWN & MR. LARRY ABBOTT LAND O’ LAKES – RESERVE BEST IN SHOW LINDA REECE CORPUS CHRISTI KENNEL CLUB – GROUP 1 MRS. DANIELLE BROWN, MR. LARRY ABBOTT & MRS. VICKI ABBOTT

OWNED BY: SUSAN LINE & TJ PALMER BRED BY: BRENDA DOUB & JESSICA M. CERVERA

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WEIMARANER

WE ARE LOOK I NG FORWARD TO A WONDERFUL 2022 !

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*AKC stats as of 12/31/21

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FRENCH BULLDOG

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silver grand champion

best i n specialty show wi nn i ng

Edelweiss Hi-Life Faye Tality

Thank you judges for awardi ng Leena’ s f i ne type and qual ity throughout 202 1 and duri ng Brooksvi lle Circu it where Leena has won 4 Best of Breeds .

We are look i ng forward to see i ng what 2022 wi ll bri ng us .

bitch 2021 *

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AMERICAN HAIRLESS TERRIER

Owned by Mack & Joleena Young, Kathy Knoles , Janette Parker & the Late Susan Mi ller

Bred by Janette Parker & Kathy Knole

Exclus ively presented by Chri sta Cook

& Christa

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MULTIPLE BIS

MULTIPLE BISS

MULTIPLE RBIS

NO ONE KENNEL IS AUTONOMOUS.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE. A COLLABORATION BETWEEN DEDICATED BREEDERS CREATES SUCCESS. DOGWOOD HOLLOW BRITTANYS STAR FLIGHT BRITTANYS OLD GLORY BRITTANYS

BREEDER/OWNER/HANDLERS CHERYL MIKA & BROOKE BURLINGAME

OWNERS MARIE STARSIAK, JENNIFER BROOKE BURLINGAME, AJ BURLINGAME & CHERYL MIKA

BREEDERS GERI O. CLEMENTS, CHERYL MIKA, AJ BURLINGAME & JENNIFER BROOKE BURLINGAME

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BRITTANY

CANADIAN/AMERICAN GCHG. DOGWOOD HOLLOW FLASHSTORM SH CA CGC TKN

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FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MAN AND THE SPORT THROUGHOUT HISTORY

college, or university we attended, or possibly a team that has a favorite player on it. Maybe it’s just because we like the team’s name or logo. A SPORT MANTRA FOR ALL The Olympic motto is “Faster, Higher, Stronger—Together.” For centuries, the Olympic Games was a competition between amateur athletes of the world and the nations they represented. The Olympic movement’s creed was inspired in July 1908 and it reads, “The important thing in life is not the triumph, but the fight; the essential thing is not to have won, but to have fought well.” Read those words: “The important thing in life is not the triumph…” and a few words later, “…but to have fought well.” How many times in life has losing led to poor sportsmanship and harmful behavior that hurts others? If you have ever watched the “Special Olympics” you have probably witnessed some of the best sportsmanship on display, by athletes with limited capacities and a true love of just being able to compete. The Olympic creed can be traced to I Corinthians 9-24-27: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.” The creed and motto are meant for the athletes to embrace the Olympic spirit, because thousands of athletes will compete with the vast majority having no hope of winning. Most know they don’t have the strength or ability to win outright, but the desire to compete and be a part of it satisfies their inner desires. As we know, the Olympics now feature professional athletes along with those athletes that are competing just because they love the game. Whether professional or not, most people in any type of com- petition are in it for “The Love of The Game.” THE ATHLETE IN ALL OF US For most of us, the sport of dogs is one of great passion and dedication. Just like the athlete in all of us, we do it for the love of the game. For many, the most difficult part of any sport is when you realize that you can no longer compete because of a decline in physical or mental capacity. I know. I played church league softball and basket- ball until the age of 50, when mother nature simply said, “It’s time.” In the sport of purebred dogs, we have a unique opportunity to continue to compete at a high level for a very long time. We see people of all ages, and those with a variety of athletic abilities and limitations, being able to compete on a somewhat level playing field. We have folks in motorized wheelchairs showing dogs, as well as people with other disabilities, competing regularly. For some exhibitors, when the physical strain of running becomes a problem, they simply go to a smaller breed so that they can continue to do what they love. Many people get into the sport of purebred dogs a little later in life. Maybe the children have grown and left the nest, so they are looking for a venue in which to compete with their four-legged friends. The venues and possibilities are endless: Conformation, Obedience, Field Trials, Agility, Lure Coursing, Dock Diving, Scent Work, Barn Hunt, and so on. We have an area of competi- tion to fit everyone—and every age—who wishes to compete regu- larly or on a limited basis. We often hear the naysayers proclaim that our sport is dying. I don’t believe that. Does it need a little adjusting? Better Sports- manship? Absolutely! I believe that as long as Man and his Best Friend enjoy the competition, the sport will continue… simply because of our “Love of the Game.”

threatened to end the streak, the WKC found a way to move the date, and the site, in order to preserve the history and traditions of nearly 150 years. Bird Dog field trials trace back to Britain in 1866, with Amer- ica’s first recorded field trial being held in 1874 near Memphis, Tennessee. In the early years, field trials were under the auspices of “The American Field.” SPORT: LIFE’S GREAT DIVERSION Most people have, at some point in their life, played a sport or became involved in something that kindled the competitive juices inside all of us. T-Ball grows into little league, high school, and possibly college ball, maybe the minor leagues, or in the rare instance, a major league career. For some who continue to love the game, there is slow pitch softball, fast pitch softball, men’s, women’s, and even co-ed leagues where one can continue to com- pete until they finally can no longer physically compete or choose to stop. The same is true in golf, basketball, and to a lesser degree, in football and some other sports. The number of events and competitions that are available to people today is mind-boggling. In addition to all the major sports, there are numerous games, cheer and dance competitions, and even a variety of hobbies that allow each of us to compete on some level for as long as we can. Most of these competitions give us a great opportunity to take our minds off work and other issues, giv- ing us a form of relaxation. Many people play golf and tennis well into their 80s and beyond. Man’s love of sport is universal and most of us have teams or individuals that we cheer for and attend games, or follow in many different ways. Our favorite team might be from the city where we grew up or currently reside. It could be the high school, THE CREED AND MOTTO ARE MEANT FOR THE ATHLETES TO EMBRACE THE OLYMPIC SPIRIT, BECAUSE THOUSANDS OF ATHLETES WILL COMPETE WITH THE VAST MAJORITY HAVING NO HOPE OF WINNING. MOST KNOW THEY DON’T HAVE THE STRENGTH OR ABILITY TO WIN OUTRIGHT, BUT THE DESIRE TO COMPETE AND BE A PART OF IT SATISFIES THEIR INNER DESIRES.

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i n t r o d u c i n g . . .

Rayna & Kaylene Scotton

Bred by Kristin Morrison of Fullmoon Schipperkes

Rayna C h . F u l l m o o n L i t t l e R a y o f S u n s h i n e

Owned by Kristin Morrison and Katharine Baptiste

Handled by Kaylene Scotton

Photos by Jordan Isom and Dawn Bannister

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SCHIPPERKE

T H A N K Y O U J U D G E S D E N N Y M O U N C E & H O U S T O N C L A R K F O R T H E S E I N C R E D I B L E W I N S F O R O U R B O Y .

W E A R E L O O K I N G F O R W A R D T O A

WONDERFUL 2022

Owned by Julie Caruthers, Diane Nelson & Jennifer Zingula Bred by Collette Jaynes, Lana Levai & Marcia A. Long

Jetoca Kennel Handled by Ginny Kincer

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SPANIEL (CLUMBER)

2 0 2 1 S E L E C T D O G W E S T M I N S T E R

2 0 2 1 A O M A T T H E

A K C N A T I O N A L C H A M P I O N S H I P

BOOM G C H J A Z Z I N T O T H E B E A T A T B I G B O O M

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T H I E F O F H E A R T S C H . J E T O C A ’ S

Dodger

OWNERS J UL I E CARUTHERS , CAROL MAHL I K & J ENN I FER Z I NGUL A

HANDLERS N I KK I R YAN & R YAN WOLFE J E TOCA GOLDEN RE TR I E VERS

WAT C H I N 2 0 2 2 team Dodger

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RETRIEVER (GOLDEN)

BEST OF OPPOS ITE SEX NATIONAL SPECIALTY MULTI PLE GROUP PLACEMENTS BEST IN SPECIALTY SHOW S A N F R A N C I S C O B AY WE S T H I G H L A N D WH I T E T E R R I E R C LU B S P E C I A LT Y S H OW 1 nu omn b e er WESTIE BITCH 2021 *

S TA R L I G H T M A K E I T S O B R O N Z E G R A N D C H A M P I O N G C H G L O T R A N D O S U N S H I N E C E L E B R A T I O N C G C X C H S T A R L I G H T S H O W G I R L R A T N

OWN E D & H A N D L E D B Y D R . R OX A N N A TWE D T

C O - OWN E D B Y PAT R I C I A G A M A , S TA R L I G H T WE S T I E S

* A KC B R E E D S TAT S A S O F 1 2 / 3 1 / 2 1

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WEST HIGHLAND WHITE TERRIER

*AKC STATS AS OF 12/31/21

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BASENJI

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LINES FROM LINDA

J O S E P H E . G R E G O RY

BY LINDA AYERS TURNER KNORR P E R S O NA L I T Y P E R S O N I F I E D 1 9 2 8 - 2 0 2 2

George Alston, another of the dog world’s great legends, had this to say as we reminisced about Joe: “Joe Gregory was a great man; a true Southern Gentleman. He loved dogs and the sport of dogs, but most of all Joe loved people. Joe was a great handler with the softest hands I had ever seen showing a Boxer. You see, I first met Joe when I was 12. I was showing my Boxer, Barmers Talisman, in the classes. I was losing. My folks were going to hire a professional handler because they thought he was too strong for me. I was just getting over complications from Polio. Joe went to my folks and said, “Let me help George. I think he will be just fine.” Joe taught me how to show a Boxer with a “SOFT” hand. He taught me how to think in the ring; how to compete with the pro handlers. In those days, there were usually 10 or 12 handlers in the Open Dog Class and it took 37 males to make a major. With Joe’s help and guidance, I finished “Boomer” about six months later at the American Boxer Club specialty the day before The Garden. I was showing Boomer in Specials under Mr. Wagner of Mazelaine fame. I was then 14. He made it between Larry Downey with “Spark Plug” and me with Boomer. Joe was in the ring also. Joe kept telling me to do this and do that, and it lasted about 30 minutes between the two of us. Spark Plug won. Two days later, before Juniors, Joe found me to talk to me. He had heard that the other kids were making fun of my southern accent and he told me he used to have the same problem when he started as a handler. He told me not to let it bother me and to go in there and win. He said I was good enough. I did win Best Junior. It was 1954. From then on, Joe was always helping me and advising me. After I graduated from high school, I had an offer to work for Lina Basquette. I asked Joe, and he thought it was a good idea. Later, I went to work for Jane Kamp (Forsyth) and Joe just laughed and said, “It will be different, but go for it and learn more.” Later, when Joe became a Judge and I started handling, our friendship was still there. I never entered any dog under Joe because of our friendship, and I only showed under him in Groups and BIS; won some and lost some. Joe was a great judge. He was always helping young folks and new people in the sport. More people with the knowledge should do the same thing. When I retired from handling, it was Joe who encouraged me to do more teaching, which I did. Joe always said he could tell my students when they showed under him. Mary Ann and I send love to his son and daughter, Joey and Evalyn. Joe Gregory was a great man and I will miss him!” —George Alston W ith a hop, skip, and a jump, and a smile on his face, Joe Gregory delighted dog show exhibitors, as his love for our sport, the dogs, and the people shined through in his dynamic personality. To know him was to love him.

Forever the Handsome Gentleman... Joe celebrating Morris & Essex 2021. photos courtesy of Jean Edwards

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