Members
Interview with James S. Covey, 2023 National Dog Show Breed Judge. Read about his experience with judging at this prestigious dog show.
The Weekly Brief
The best of SHOWSIGHT editorials, weekly wins, and breeder commentary — delivered to your inbox every Sunday morning.
It is always an honor to judge at the National Dog Show. This is my second or third time and each time has been better than the one before. The hospitality is above and beyond, and was very much appreciated.
Although I only judged a handful of breeds, I did enjoy a good-sized entry in some of the normally low entry breeds. The Bracchi Italiani depth of quality comes to mind immediately.
Any thoughts on the year ahead? This past year has been a return to somewhat normal for us. Front of mind for me, for at least the near future, is the recent outbreak of the canine respiratory illness. Everyone, please stay vigilant!
Meet the Judges
Sharon Ann Redmer reflects on judging Herding breeds at Westminster 2026, highlighting breed function, type, and standout winners.
