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Herding Group

Insights from Danik Dancause – 2024 National Dog Show Breed Judge

Danik Dancause reflects on judging at the National Dog Show, standout breed assignments, and the journey ahead in 2025.

December 13, 20244 min read

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Breeders

Martha Tubman | Swallowfield

Martha Tubman is the breeder behind the Swallowfield. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the champions, the puppies, and much more!

November 21, 20245 min read

George Sofronidis

Canine Health

The Working Group: The Genetic Decathletes of the Dog World

Explore the Working Group, the “Genetic Decathletes” of the dog world, and their unique traits, history, and health considerations.

July 23, 20246 min read

Working dog dogo argentino at a dog show with its handler.

Dan Sayers

Working Group

The Working Group: Athletes, Administrators & Aristocrats

Discover the diverse talents of the Working Group: from athletic Siberian Huskies to noble Great Danes, these dogs excel in big jobs.

July 22, 20242 min read

Vicki Seiler-Cushman - AKC National Championship 2023 Working Group Judge

Showsight Magazine

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Vicki Seiler-Cushman – AKC National Championship 2023 Working Group Judge

Interview with Vicki Seiler-Cushman, AKC National Championship Working Group Judge. Read about her experience with judging at this dog show.

January 25, 20244 min read

Linda C. Krukar at the dog show with a Doberman Pinscher.

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Linda C. Krukar – 2023 National Dog Show Working Group Judge

Interview with Linda C. Krukar, 2023 National Dog Show Working Group Judge. Read about her experience with judging at this dog show.

December 12, 20234 min read

Faye Strauss

All About Judging

Judging The Doberman

Judging the Doberman: a comprehensive guide to assessing breed type and temperament for expert judges and enthusiasts.

October 1, 20236 min read

A working group black and white dog standing in the grass.

Faye Strauss

All About Judging

Thoughts From a Working Group Breeder-Judge

Insights from Faye Strauss, a seasoned working group judge, on breeding and the talents of purposefully bred dogs.

September 11, 20233 min read

A working group of dogs showcased in a ring at a dog show.

Dan Sayers

Working Group

The Working Group – Working Class Wonders

Discover the world’s top working dog breeds: unwavering loyalty, brains, and brawn. Meet the working class wonders in action!

September 10, 20233 min read

Donna Beckman

Meet the Judges

The Working Group

Discover the diversity of AKC’s Working Group breeds: unique origins, jobs, and characteristics unite these canine companions.

September 9, 20232 min read

Paula Nykiel - 2023 WKC Dog Show Working Group Judge, pictured at the show

Showsight Magazine

Meet the Judges

Insights from Paula Nykiel – 2023 WKC Dog Show Working Group Judge

Interview with Paula Nykiel, the 2023 WKC Dog Show Working Group Judge. Read about her experience with the great dogs exhibited at the show.

June 19, 20233 min read

Wendy Willhauck

Meet the Judges

Meet Wendy Willhauck – Working Group AKC Judge

Insights from Working Group AKC Judge Wendy Willhauck. Read about judge’s opinions on various topics regarding the Working Group dog breeds.

September 10, 20225 min read

The American Kennel Club Welcomes the Danish-Swedish Farmdog to the Pack

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The American Kennel Club Welcomes the Danish-Swedish Farmdog to the Pack

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Insights from Danik Dancause – 2024 National Dog Show Breed Judge

Martha Tubman | Swallowfield

The Working Group: The Genetic Decathletes of the Dog World

The Working Group: Athletes, Administrators & Aristocrats

Vicki Seiler-Cushman – AKC National Championship 2023 Working Group Judge

Linda C. Krukar – 2023 National Dog Show Working Group Judge

Judging The Doberman

Thoughts From a Working Group Breeder-Judge

The Working Group – Working Class Wonders

The Working Group

Insights from Paula Nykiel – 2023 WKC Dog Show Working Group Judge

Meet Wendy Willhauck – Working Group AKC Judge