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Profiles & Interviews

A Conversation with Diane Moore: Executive Director, SHOW-SAFE

SHOW-SAFE supports the dog show community with education, victim services, and advocacy to promote safety, respect, and integrity.

October 7, 20257 min read

Dan Sayers

Dog Show Community

Measuring Progress: Opportunities Abound for Breed Mentoring

Ringside mentoring, chance connections, and QR‑code toolkits: how dog shows spark learning, passion, and breed advocacy.

September 24, 20256 min read

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Stephanie Hunt-Crowley

Dog Show Community

The Bubble: A Review of Recent Articles

AKC fights 1,700 bills. Shows outpace breeders. Afghan registrations decline. Act now in the dog world’s future.

September 24, 20254 min read

Doug Johnson

Breed Conservation

The Truth About Being More Welcoming: Are We All Working Towards the Same Goal?

Doug Johnson reflects on unity, inclusivity, and the future of purebred dogs, stressing why being more welcoming is vital for the sport.

September 23, 20259 min read

Dédé Wilson

Dog Show Community

Got Dog Hair? Here’s How to Put Your Dog’s Shedding to Good Use

Dog hair isn’t just for the vacuum – turn it into yarn, felt keepsakes, garden hacks, and even fire starters. Discover how!

September 21, 20257 min read

The habit of being punctual always leaves a good impression.

Allan Reznik

Dog Show Community

In Dogs, Patience Is Always Your Friend

Patience is key in dog sports – whether breeding, judging, or volunteering. Learn how to grow steadily and earn respect.

September 21, 20254 min read

Walter J. Sommerfelt

Dog Show Community

A Visit with Charles Olvis and Elizabeth Muthard

Judges Charles Olvis & Elizabeth Muthard share 50+ years of experience, insights, and advice from a life in the dog show world.

September 9, 202520 min read

Showsight Magazine

Dog Show Community

In Memoriam: Jacqueline “Jackie” Stacy – Honoring a Pillar of the Affenpinscher and Purebred Dog Communities

Honoring Jacqueline “Jackie” Stacy—Affenpinscher icon, respected judge, and mentor whose legacy shaped the breed and inspired generations.

September 4, 20252 min read

Dan Sayers

Dog Show Community

Measuring Progress: Is Current Dog Language Old-Fashioned?

Exploring how evolving language shapes perceptions of dog breeders, purebreds, and the sport – past, present, and future.

August 29, 20255 min read

Showsight Magazine

Dog Show Community

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Robert ‘Bob’ Stein

Honoring Robert “Bob” Stein, whose lifelong devotion as breeder, judge, and mentor shaped Afghan Hounds, Salukis, and the dog sport.

August 28, 20252 min read

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Marlene Groves

Kennel Clubs & Registries

Do Clubs Really Have a Shortage of Volunteers?

Are clubs really short on volunteers—or just blocking new ones? A candid look at club culture, leadership, and needed change.

August 18, 20254 min read

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Sheila Goffe

Dog Show Community

Your Dog Show Expenses Mean Real Power in the Local Community

Dog shows boost local economies and strengthen communities—learn how clubs can use this impact to educate and engage lawmakers.

August 12, 20255 min read

Measuring Progress – Negativity, Social Media, and Doorbell Cameras

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Measuring Progress – Negativity, Social Media, and Doorbell Cameras

Don't miss a story.

A Conversation with Diane Moore: Executive Director, SHOW-SAFE

Measuring Progress: Opportunities Abound for Breed Mentoring

The Bubble: A Review of Recent Articles

The Truth About Being More Welcoming: Are We All Working Towards the Same Goal?

Got Dog Hair? Here’s How to Put Your Dog’s Shedding to Good Use

In Dogs, Patience Is Always Your Friend

A Visit with Charles Olvis and Elizabeth Muthard

In Memoriam: Jacqueline “Jackie” Stacy – Honoring a Pillar of the Affenpinscher and Purebred Dog Communities

Measuring Progress: Is Current Dog Language Old-Fashioned?

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Robert ‘Bob’ Stein

Do Clubs Really Have a Shortage of Volunteers?

Your Dog Show Expenses Mean Real Power in the Local Community