Becoming the Little Old Woman Sitting Ringside
Gini Denninger reflects on a lifetime in dogs, aging in the sport, and how participation can evolve into a quieter form of devotion.
August 18, 2026
Gini Denninger reflects on a lifetime in dogs, aging in the sport, and how participation can evolve into a quieter form of devotion.
Ringside photos from the Keystone Cluster Dog Show, which was held on August 6-9, 2026, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.
Walter Sommerfelt examines challenges facing the AKC and dog shows, including declining entries, judging, clubs, and changing priorities.
Karl Donvil recaps the World Dog Show 2026 in Bologna, highlighting major entries, standout breeds, top winners, and the event experience.
Ringside photos from the Burlington Wisconsin Kennel Club dog show, which was held on July 27-28, 2026, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin.
Ringside photos from the Marshfield Area Kennel Club dog show, which was held on July 18-19, 2026, in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
Rhoda Springer examines how judging decisions influence breed quality, breeder participation, and the future of purebred dogs.
Ringside photos from the Hoosier Summer Classic dog show, which was held on July 16-19, 2026, in South Bend, Indiana.