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Terrier Group
Meet the Judges
Polly Smith reflects on judging the Terrier Group at Westminster 2026, discussing entry quality, key placements, and her Group winner.
American Kennel Club (AKC)
2025 AKC Terrier Group Honorees Todd and April Clyde share insights on breeding, temperament, and promoting the Airedale Terrier.
Gus Sinibaldi reflects on judging the National Owner-Handled Series Terrier and Toy Groups at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
Elizabeth “Beth” Sweigart, 2025 AKC National Championship Terrier Group Judge, shares insights on judging at the prestigious show.
Terrier Group Judge Peggy Browne reflects on judging the 2025 National Dog Show, crowd energy, breed type, and a full-circle moment in Philly.
Clay Coady shares his experience judging the Terrier Group at the 2025 Morris & Essex show, reflecting on its energy, and exceptional dogs.
An in-depth look at Terrier anatomy, focusing on the importance of the long, level croup for function, balance, and type.
David J. Kirkland shares his experience judging the Terrier Group at the 2025 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, a career highlight.
Dog Shows
Flemington’s Skye Terrier, Archer, wins the Terrier Group at the 149th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show under judge Mr. David Kirkland.
AKC National Championship (Orlando)
Lydia Coleman Hutchinson reflects on judging at the 2024 AKC National Championship, sharing insights on breed quality and the show’s future.
Kenneth E. Berg shares his experience judging the NOHS Terrier Group at the AKC National Championship, celebrating purebred dogs.
