Dog Show Community
A Visit with Multi-Group Judge Ann Roth
Walter Sommerfelt talks with multi-Group Judge Ann Roth about her life in dogs, judging philosophy, and supporting small local clubs.
February 26, 2026
Walter Sommerfelt talks with multi-Group Judge Ann Roth about her life in dogs, judging philosophy, and supporting small local clubs.
A travel journal from the Balkans explores FCI dog shows in Serbia, Montenegro, and Macedonia, and the passion sustaining purebred dogs.
Marlen Groves examines challenges in the dog show world, including declining entries, rising costs, judging concerns, and club leadership.
Examining relational aggression in dog shows and how silent bullying undermines sportsmanship, mentorship, and the future of the sport.
Tatum Bartlett celebrates her 2025 AKC National Championship Best Junior Handler win and the journey behind the moment.
Patricia Anne Keenan shares her experience judging the 2025 AKC National Championship Junior Showmanship Finals.
Allan Reznik sits down with Andy Vance of Vin-Melca Norwegian Elkhounds to discuss mentorship, breed preservation, and more.
Tara Darling-Lyon of Tara Kennels reflects on nearly 50 years in dogs, mentorship, Bred-By pride, and chasing that elusive Best in Show.
Jerome Elliott reflects on decades with Cheri-A English Toy Spaniels and Afghan Hounds, and his approach to preservation breeding.
Pamela Brandau and Stacy Pagel discuss breeding, Owner Handling, and promoting the Saint Bernard in today’s sport of purebred dogs.
2025 AKC Herding Group Honorees Sylvia and David Calderwood of Kensil Shetland Sheepdogs discuss preservation breeding and more.
2025 AKC Terrier Group Honorees Todd and April Clyde share insights on breeding, temperament, and promoting the Airedale Terrier.
Doug Johnson reflects on integrity in the ring, urging clean hands, independent judging, and merit-based decisions for a breed’s future.
Patricia Anne Keenan shares her experience judging the 2025 AKC National Championship Junior Showmanship Finals.
Danelle Brown reflects on judging the National Owner-Handled Series Non-Sporting and Herding Groups at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
Gus Sinibaldi reflects on judging the National Owner-Handled Series Terrier and Toy Groups at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
Bill Stebbins shares insights from judging the National Owner-Handled Series Working Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
Betsy Yates reflects on judging the National Owner-Handled Series Sporting Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
Cheyenne Calvert shares her journey from 4-H to Pro Handler, reflecting on mentorship, integrity, resilience, and the future of the sport.
Professional handler Claudio Da Cruz Conceição shares his passion, process, and vision for the future of the dog show community.
Pro Handler Aaron Rosas shares his journey, views on the sport, judging, social media, and why passion still drives his success.
RHP members stand out through passion, integrity, and giving back – like Mary Norton-Augustus of Medina KC.
Kellie Williams shares her journey from Junior Showmanship to professional handler, offering insights on the sport and mentorship.
Karen Mammano, 2024 AKC Handler of the Year, celebrates her journey from dreams to success in the dog show world.
Jody Davidson shares a practical roadmap for Junior Showmanship, encouraging goal setting, family balance, and long-term growth.
AKC announces the 2025 Junior Versatility Scholarship winners, honoring top Juniors competing across multiple AKC sports.
Ava Silva shares her Junior Showmanship journey with Prancer, reflecting on mentorship, mindset, big goals, and a dream of Westminster.
Meet Junior Handler Scarlett Wells as she shares her journey with Dachshunds, Junior Showmanship goals, and dreams for the future.
Tatum Bartlett celebrates her 2025 AKC National Championship Best Junior Handler win and the journey behind the moment.
Addison Lancaster shares her Junior Showmanship journey, mentors, memorable wins, and life growing up in the world of purebred dogs.
Lee Whittier explores how true progress in the show ring comes from intentional learning, clear goals, and personal responsibility.
Tara Darling-Lyon of Tara Kennels reflects on nearly 50 years in dogs, mentorship, Bred-By pride, and chasing that elusive Best in Show.
Karen Park shares her journey as an Owner Handler, reflecting on mentorship, NOHS goals, and life with her Great Pyrenees, Nike.
Pamela Brandau and Stacy Pagel discuss breeding, Owner Handling, and promoting the Saint Bernard in today’s sport of purebred dogs.
Genevieve Carpenter reflects on life as an Owner Handler, competing with her Vizsla in Conformation, Performance, and NOHS.
An honest examination of fairness in Conformation, from judging and NOHS to Breed Standards, bias, and the realities of today’s ring.
Maple the English Springer Spaniel earns the AKC Humane Fund ACE Award for Search & Rescue Human Detection with handler Sue Stejskal.
Meet Flint, a German Shepherd Dog honored with the AKC Humane Fund ACE Award for Search & Rescue disaster response with Jennifer Michelson.
Andrea Hering of Crisis Response Canines shares how trained canine teams provide trauma-informed support during community crises.
Dédé Wilson celebrates the joy of dogs in Conformation and Performance, exploring why so many thrive in the ring and beyond.
Westminster crowns 2026 Masters Agility and Flyball champions at the Javits Center, honoring top dogs, teams, and All-American winners.
Learn how Parson Russell Terriers excel in performance sports through expert training, competition stories, and real exhibitor experience.