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Eugene Blake: 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Non-Sporting Group Judge

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Interview With Eugene Blake: 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Non-Sporting Group Judge

Eugene Blake reflects on judging the Non-Sporting Group at Westminster 2026, covering his selections and placements.

March 30, 20267 min read

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American Kennel Club (AKC)

2025 AKC Non-Sporting Group Honoree & Breeder of the Year: Susan S. Giles – Ta Sen Lhasa Apsos

2025 AKC Breeder of the Year Susan Giles discusses selection, preservation, and a lifelong commitment to the Lhasa Apso breed.

February 12, 20262 min read

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American Kennel Club (AKC)

Interview With Danelle Brown: 2025 AKC National Championship NOHS Non-Sporting Group & Herding Group Judge

Danelle Brown reflects on judging the National Owner-Handled Series Non-Sporting and Herding Groups at the 2025 AKC National Championship.

February 11, 20264 min read

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

Patricia Sosa - 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club Non-Sporting Group Judge

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Meet Patricia A. Sosa – 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club Non-Sporting Group Judge

Patricia Sosa reflects on judging the 2025 Morris & Essex Non-Sporting Group, the tradition, atmosphere, and love of purebred dogs.

November 28, 20255 min read

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Insights From Vicki Seiler-Cushman – 2025 WKC Dog Show Non-Sporting Group Judge

Vicki Seiler-Cushman shares her unforgettable experience judging the Non-Sporting Group at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

March 25, 20253 min read

Competition of Agility with dog in autumn

George Sofronidis

Non-Sporting Group

Genetic George’s Monthly Musings: They May Be Called Non-Sporting, Yet They’re Fully Entertaining (Sporting)

Explore the quirky Non-Sporting dog breeds, their genetic traits, health risks, and how genetic testing helps breed healthier, happier pups.

March 17, 20257 min read

Westminster Kennel Club

Dog Shows

Bichon Frisé From Mabank, TX Wins Non-Sporting Group at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Mabank’s Bichon Frisé, Neal, wins the Non-Sporting Group at the 149th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show under judge Vicki Seiler-Cushman.

February 11, 20252 min read

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AKC National Championship (Orlando)

Insights From Charles L. Olvis – 2024 AKC National Championship Non-Sporting Group Judge

Charles L. Olvis shares his experience judging the 2024 AKC National Championship Non-Sporting Group, highlighting challenges.

January 26, 20255 min read

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Kennel Club of Philadelphia

Meet Gary L. Andersen – 2024 National Dog Show Breed Judge

Gary L. Andersen shares the excitement, honor, and challenges of judging the Non-Sporting Group at the National Dog Show.

December 10, 20243 min read

Peggy L. Urton

Dog Sports

The Finnish Spitz

Discover the Finnish Spitz: Finland’s National Dog, a devoted, agile companion and skilled hunter with minimal grooming needs.

December 4, 20245 min read

Diana Allen

Dog Sports

History of the American Eskimo Dog

Explore the history, traits, and versatility of the American Eskimo Dog, from its German origins to its modern-day roles.

December 2, 20246 min read

Appreciating the Non-Sporting Group

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Appreciating the Non-Sporting Group

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Interview With Eugene Blake: 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Non-Sporting Group Judge

2025 AKC Non-Sporting Group Honoree & Breeder of the Year: Susan S. Giles – Ta Sen Lhasa Apsos

Interview With Danelle Brown: 2025 AKC National Championship NOHS Non-Sporting Group & Herding Group Judge

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

Meet Patricia A. Sosa – 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club Non-Sporting Group Judge

Insights From Vicki Seiler-Cushman – 2025 WKC Dog Show Non-Sporting Group Judge

Genetic George’s Monthly Musings: They May Be Called Non-Sporting, Yet They’re Fully Entertaining (Sporting)

Bichon Frisé From Mabank, TX Wins Non-Sporting Group at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Insights From Charles L. Olvis – 2024 AKC National Championship Non-Sporting Group Judge

Meet Gary L. Andersen – 2024 National Dog Show Breed Judge

The Finnish Spitz

History of the American Eskimo Dog