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Skylar Acebedo

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A Junior’s Journal – Skylar Acebedo

A Junior’s Journey: Skylar Acebedo shares her passion for purebred dogs, theater, and overcoming challenges in Junior Showmanship.

Showsight Magazine·August 6, 2024·6 min read

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Dan Sayers

Meet the Junior Handlers

The Junior Handlers | Dedication, Determination, Devotion

Discover the world of Junior Handlers: dedication, determination and devotion to dogs. A glimpse into their training and much more.

April 26, 20242 min read

American Kennel Club (AKC)

10 Easy Steps to Support Juniors in AKC Events

Discover 10 steps to support Juniors in AKC Events. Attract, and retain young enthusiasts in Conformation, Companion, and Performance events!

April 26, 20245 min read

Darlene Lopez

Showsight Magazine

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A Junior’s Journal: Darlene Lopez

Discover the journey of a Junior Showmanship competitor, Darlene Lopez, who shares moments with her beloved Poodles and Rat Terriers.

April 24, 20244 min read

Brianna Hutchins, Gretchen Ribblet, Rylee Menard, Alessandra Wagner

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Junior Handlers

Today’s Juniors Tomorrow’s Breeders!

Meet tomorrow’s breeders! Brianna’s Manchester Terriers, Gretchen’s Cash, Rylee’s Magical Mischief Maker, and Alessandra’s KC.

April 18, 20242 min read

Raini Johnson with her Bernese Mountain Dog puppy and a horse.

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Junior Handlers

A Junior’s Journal: Raini Johnson

Interview with Raini Johnson. Raini shares her thoughts on various topics regarding the Junior Showmanship ring.

February 27, 20246 min read

Juniors showing their Toy dogs at a Junior Showmanship competition.

Susan Thibodeaux

Junior Showmanship

Juniors & Toy Breeds

Exploring AKC’s Junior Showmanship: Boosting youth interest in dog shows, particularly in Toy breeds, and nurturing future dog enthusiasts.

February 3, 20245 min read

Octavia Stensen - AKC National Championship 2023 Best Junior Handler

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American Kennel Club (AKC)

Octavia Stensen – AKC National Championship 2023 Best Junior Handler

Octavia Stensen, 2023 Best Junior Handler, shares her AKC victory journey with Pineapple and dreams of breeding. Explore her inspiring story!

January 17, 20245 min read

Mary Grace Kocab and her dog at a dog show.

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Junior Handlers

A Junior’s Journal – Mary Grace Kocab

Mary Grace Kocab’s captivating journey as a Junior Handler—from Kirtland, Ohio, to national wins with Salukis.

December 11, 20235 min read

Leah Graham with her at the dog show.

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Junior Handlers

Interview with Leah Graham – 2023 National Dog Show Best Junior Handler

Interview with Leah Graham, 2023 National Dog Show Best Junior Handler. Discover her journey, and aspirations in this inspiring feature.

December 8, 20234 min read

Vicki E. Allenbrand

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Dog Clubs

Vicki E. Allenbrand – 2023 National Dog Show Junior Showmanship Judge

Interview with Vicki E. Allenbrand 2023 National Dog Show Junior Showmanship Judge. Discover her insights on judging Junior Handlers!

December 8, 20234 min read

Savanna Michalak and her dog at a show.

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Junior Handlers

Interview with Savanna Michalak – 2023 Kennel Club of Philadelphia Best Junior Handler

Interview with Savanna Michalak, 2023 KCP Best Junior Handler. Discover her journey, triumph, and aspirations in this inspiring feature.

December 8, 20235 min read

Shawne Imler

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Meet the Judges

Interview with Shawne Imler – 2023 MCKC Junior Showmanship Judge

Interview with Shawne Imler, 2023 MCKC Junior Showmanship Judge. Read about his experience with judging at the prestigious dog show.

November 21, 20233 min read

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