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Doug Johnson at the 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Meet Doug Johnson: 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

Sporting Group Judge Doug Johnson shares insights from the 2026 Westminster Dog Show, highlighting top dogs and judging challenges.

March 25, 20268 min read

Black and white photo of Judge Betsy Yates

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Meet Betsy Yates: 2025 AKC National Championship NOHS Sporting Group Judge

Betsy Yates reflects on judging the National Owner-Handled Series Sporting Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship.

February 10, 20263 min read

Showsight Magazine

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

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Insights From Elizabeth Muthard – 2025 National Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

Elizabeth Muthard shares insights on judging the Sporting Group at the 2025 National Dog Show, highlighting tradition and top breeds.

December 23, 20255 min read

Lorraine Bisso - 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club Sporting Group Judge

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Interview With Lorraine W. Bisso – 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club Sporting Group Judge

Lorraine Bisso reflects on the honor, history, and excitement of judging the Sporting Group at the 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club show.

November 25, 20254 min read

Showsight Magazine

Dog Show History

The Sporting Breeds a Collection of Vintage Photos

Explore vintage 1941 photos of Sporting breeds from The Complete Dog Book, revealing the history and evolution of purebred dogs.

June 27, 20253 min read

George Sofronidis

Canine Health

Genetic George’s: Monthly Musings – Riddle Me This…

Explore the science behind dog coat color, health risks, and smart genetic testing with Orivet’s customizable breeder tools.

June 24, 20255 min read

Dan Sayers

Sporting Group

Point, Set, Retrieve, Flush—and Splash!

Discover the origins, purpose, and enduring spirit of Sporting Group dogs – true bird dogs bred for beauty, instinct, and performance.

June 24, 20252 min read

Virginia Murray - 2025 WKC Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Meet Virginia Murray – 2025 WKC Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

Virginia Murray reflects on judging the Sporting Group at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, sharing her experience.

March 23, 20255 min read

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 11: Freddie the English Springer Spaniel, winner of the Sporting Group, during the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show – Junior Showmanship, Group Judging (Sporting, Working, Terrier) + Best in Show at Madison Squar

Westminster Kennel Club

Dog Shows

English Springer Spaniel From Milan, Il Wins Sporting Group at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Milan’s English Springer Spaniel, Freddie, wins the Sporting Group at the 149th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show under judge Virginia Murray.

February 12, 20252 min read

Showsight Magazine

AKC National Championship (Orlando)

Insights from Cindy Lane – 2024 AKC National Championship Breed Judge

Cindy Lane shares her experience judging diverse breeds at the 2024 AKC National Championship and reflects on the future of dog shows.

January 29, 20256 min read

Showsight Magazine

AKC National Championship (Orlando)

Meet Meghen Riese-Bassel – Akc National Championship Nohs Sporting Group Judge

Meghen Riese-Bassel reflects on judging the NOHS Sporting Group at the AKC National Championship, celebrating Owner Handlers.

January 28, 20256 min read

The Sporting Group: Form Follows Function

Don't miss a story.

The Sporting Group: Form Follows Function

Don't miss a story.

Meet Doug Johnson: 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

Meet Betsy Yates: 2025 AKC National Championship NOHS Sporting Group Judge

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

Insights From Elizabeth Muthard – 2025 National Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

Interview With Lorraine W. Bisso – 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club Sporting Group Judge

The Sporting Breeds a Collection of Vintage Photos

Genetic George’s: Monthly Musings – Riddle Me This…

Point, Set, Retrieve, Flush—and Splash!

Meet Virginia Murray – 2025 WKC Dog Show Sporting Group Judge

English Springer Spaniel From Milan, Il Wins Sporting Group at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Insights from Cindy Lane – 2024 AKC National Championship Breed Judge

Meet Meghen Riese-Bassel – Akc National Championship Nohs Sporting Group Judge