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Marie Ann Falconer

FeaturedAmerican Kennel Club (AKC)

Interview With Marie Ann Falconer: 2025 AKC National Championship Breed Judge

Marie Ann Falconer reflects on judging Collies, Shetland Sheepdogs, Spanish Water Dogs and Swedish Vallhunds at the 2025 AKC Nat Championship.

Showsight Magazine·February 4, 2026·2 min read

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Janina Laurin

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American Kennel Club (AKC)

Meet Janina K. Laurin: 2025 AKC National Championship Bred-By-Exhibitor Herding Group Judge

Janina Laurin reflects on judging the Bred-By-Exhibitor Herding Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship.

February 4, 20264 min read

Barbara Burns

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Insights From Barbara Burns: 2025 AKC National Championship Bred-By-Exhibitor Working Group Judge

Barbara Burns reflects on judging the Bred-By-Exhibitor Working Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship, highlighting dogs and breeders.

February 3, 20263 min read

Richard Reynolds head photo

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Interview With Richard L. Reynolds: 2025 AKC National Championship Bred-By-Exhibitor Hound Group Judge

Richard Reynolds reflects on judging the Bred-By-Exhibitor Hound Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship and the breeders behind it.

February 3, 20265 min read

Thomas Coen

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Meet Thomas Coen: 2025 AKC National Championship Bred-By-Exhibitor Best in Show Judge

Thomas Coen reflects on judging Bred-By-Exhibitor Best in Show at the 2025 AKC National Championship and today’s breeders.

February 2, 20263 min read

Michael Canalizo

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Insights From Michael Canalizo: 2025 AKC National Championship Miscellaneous Class Judge

Michael Canalizo on judging the Miscellaneous Classes at the 2025 AKC National Championship and the future of emerging breeds.

February 2, 20263 min read

Carl Gene Liepmann

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Interview With Carl Gene Liepmann: 2025 AKC National Championship Herding Group Judge

Carl Gene Liepmann on judging the Herding Group at the 2025 AKC Championship, with insight on dogs and his winner.

February 2, 20264 min read

Fred Bassett

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Meet Fred C. Bassett: 2025 AKC National Championship Non-Sporting Group Judge

Fred Bassett, 2025 AKC National Championship Non-Sporting Group Judge, shares insights on judging, top dogs, and his Group winner.

January 30, 20264 min read

Elizabeth “Beth” Sweigart

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Insights From Elizabeth “Beth” Sweigart: 2025 AKC National Championship Terrier Group Judge

Elizabeth “Beth” Sweigart, 2025 AKC National Championship Terrier Group Judge, shares insights on judging at the prestigious show.

January 30, 20265 min read

Grace Fritz

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Interview With Grace Fritz: 2025 AKC National Championship Working Group Judge

Grace Fritz shares her perspective on judging the Working Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship and the quality in the ring.

January 29, 20264 min read

Deirdre Petrie

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Meet Deirdre Petrie: 2025 AKC National Championship Hound Group Judge

Deirdre Petrie reflects on judging the Hound Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship and the depth of quality in the ring.

January 29, 20264 min read

Dr. Donald Sturz

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American Kennel Club (AKC)

Insights From Dr. Donald Sturz: 2025 AKC National Championship Sporting Group Judge

Dr. Donald Sturz reflects on judging the Sporting Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship and the depth of quality in the ring.

January 29, 20266 min read

Gus Sinibaldi

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Meet Gus Sinibaldi: 2025 AKC National Championship NOHS Toy Group Judge

Gus Sinibaldi reflects on judging the NOHS Toy Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship and the pride of owner-handled exhibitors.

January 27, 20263 min read

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