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Dan Sayers is the Executive Editor of SHOWSIGHT. He is a member of the World Dog Press Association and the Dog Writers Association of America, which recognized his illustrations in the award-winning Encyclopedia of K-9 Terminology. Dan is a longtime supporter of the sport of dogs and an advocate for the conservation of recognized breeds in all their forms and functions. He is a member of the Morris and Essex Kennel Club, and for 45 years, the Irish Water Spaniel Club of America where he serves as AKC Delegate, Archivist, and approved Breed Mentor. Dan breeds under the Quiet Storm prefix and has judged the IWSCA National Specialty Sweepstakes twice.
All About Judging
Conformation is all about the evaluation of breeding stock. Well, at least that’s what we’ve all been told. But is it still true today?
Montgomery County Kennel Club (PA)
Coverage of the 2022 Montgomery County Kennel Club dog show, which was held on Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Macungie, Pennsylvania.
Breed Conservation
Breeders from different AKC groups talk about the age of today’s typical puppy buyer. Can a dog breed’s appeal be measured in generations?
Living with a purpose-bred dog does not make for a perfect life, but it is predictable. And that’s the whole point.
Dog Shows
Low entry breeds challenge the AKC and exhibitors, but they also offer unparalleled opportunities for personal growth and breed awareness.
Montgomery County Kennel Club (PA)
Here are seven reasons that make the Montgomery County Kennel Club – Terrier Show the best medicine for today’s hurried and haggard fanciers.
Montgomery County Kennel Club (PA)
All Terrier Show, Montgomery County has crowned six double winners throughout its long history. Check out who are the legendary dogs.
Montgomery County Kennel Club (PA)
The Montgomery County Kennel Club dog show, held during the autumn season in Southeastern Pennsylvania, is unlike any other conformation show
Montgomery County Kennel Club (PA)
The Montgomery County Kennel Club, has hosted “The Greatest Terrier Show” ever since the club’s first show was held in 1929.
Meet the Owner Handlers
Opportunities for learning is available at every dog show, especially for those whose ultimate goal is to stand out from the crowd.
Meet the Owner Handlers
Dog show handling classes are not created equal, the choice of which classes to attend can make or break the novice owner handler.
Westminster Kennel Club (NYC)
The year 2022 was an unusual year for the Westminster Dog Show. It’s usually held at Madison Square Garden in the winter, but due to the
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