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Practice Makes Perfect How to prevent or handle dreadlock.  Why a puppy “shuts down” and what NOT to do at that time.  How to coordinate brain and legs, focus attention, and make a show dog with the first leash session at a show. 2/06

Obsession, Age, Too Many Dogs
by Cordingley - a realistic look at what can happen to elderly, obsessive, rescue, or just regular people 7/05 Editor's Choice

Placing The Blame
by Dorothy Kendall - If we all followed her rules, there would be no blame to shift onto others!  8/05 Editor's Choice

UKC & Schools Raise Coins For K-9s
What a great fundraiser for 4-footed Sheriff's deputy

PACC Announces 1st NCA Show Sept. 2005
Hard Working Partners Among Cats and Canines make things happen!  Learn about this new venue.

Basset Hound Melody
by Evelyn Koch - Unique Poems about the Basset Hound

We may BE tiny…. But we be Mighty!!!!
by Lisa Herman - Top titled Toy Fox Terriers,  little dynamos with HUGE drive!  Great photos, great motivation for you and your tiny dogs....

2004 Seiger Show Tour
by International Judge, Fred Lanting - Take the 2004 tour and see what's in store for 2005.  A feast for GSD fans but a treat for everyone.

Assigning Blame
by Diane Klumb - Hard job, but somebody's gotta do it, she did but not everyone agrees.

American Dog Show Association
by UKC Judge Tam Cordingly - An interesting take on what Open shows could be in dogs.

What Should A Judge Expect Of Competitors?
by NCA & UKC Judge Dan Crutchfield - Listen up and Learn.  It applies to all of us and to all shows!

Rules Applying To Dog Shows - Violation?
by Ruth Hoffman - Experimental surgery to help a dog still falls under the Rules.  What do you think?

Let's Rock And Roll by Dany Canino - A top AKC Judge looks at what makes dog clubs or symposiums work to the benefit of all.  Courtesy ShowSight Magazine.

Are We Hurting Or Helping Purebreds?
by Tam Cordingly -
Why do we selectively train and breed out the very characteristics that have endeared dogs to humans for centuries?  

Is Italian Greyhound Judging Really Bad?
by Lilian S. Barber - A multi-breed judge takes a thoughtful look at a common complaint.  Her observations make sense in any breed ring.

AKC Reps Or Power Punchers?
by Barbara J. Andrews - Reliable Reports of outlandish abuse against exhibitors and judges.  Old news?  Corrected now?  You tell us.

First Beijing Dog Show in 5,000 Years!
by Eric Omura
Many of the world's breeds originate in China, thus 2001 Year Of The Snake becomes ground-breaking consolidation.  Incredible photos!

History of Shar Pei in China
by Judge Eric Omura Now you know straight from world authority.  Photos, including China's fabulous show ground.

Silken Curtain  by Lana Tsan, President of China Kennel Club A First-Class ticket awaits you.  SAAB Members unable to make judging assignment but here's photo essay and inside news.

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Glorious History Of The Dog
by Debra Ball - Fascinating and authentic, from ancient guardian breeds, to Greyhound, Mastiff, etc. Great read and research tool. 9/05 Editor's Choice!

Dog Dancing or Canine Freestyle
by Cindy Hicks - A fantastic new sport that is catching on in America, a future Olympic Event?  Part I of More! 6/05 Editor's Choice

COUNTERPOINT to Assigning Blame
by Julie Hensley - Eating Pudding at the Tarheel Circuit instead of noticing a shift in the "dog market"

What Is The Fancy?
An admittedly funny term for people who are significantly involved in the sport of dogs.  Expand your vocabulary with this short definition.

How To Become A Top Breeder 
Good advice for increasing the odds of success from someone who's "been there, done that." 

It's Just A Matter Of Luck
by BJ Andrews -  Know it when you meet it if you want to succeed - more on becoming a Top Breeder!

In The USA
by Cindy Hicks - An objective view of the heated debate about Japanese and American Akita genetics.

UKC World Coonhound Championship
by Mark Threlfall - over 6,000 of the hottest hounds.  Walk the Nite in this fascinating report by one of AKC's best known pro handlers.

Let Them Eat Cake by Barbara J. Andrews - Big Money, Politics, and disregard for tradition.  Will it change the sport?   For the better?  

China - Bears and Dog Shows
by Lana Tsan Horrid Cruelty Halted!  Endangered Species Act & Death Penalty.  Also ground-breaking news of $20,000,000 Gov't investment in Dog Shows. 

So - You Want To Show Your Dog?
by Tam Cordingley - Showing your dog is a great activity for both of you. Getting started is easy. 

New China Dog Shows  by Lana Tsan, President of China Kennel Club Fascinating update by China Kennel Club (GD) Vice President and Vice President of Small Vet Association, Lana Tsan.

Shar Pei Specialty Guangdong, China
Important Height Data straight from the country of origin, as recorded by Judge Eric Omura

UKC Sold
UKC under new ownership, former AKC VP follows the "total dog" concept established by Fred Miller.

Rules Work - When Enforced
by Tam Cordingley -
A succinct comparison of the AQUA, UKC, and AKC.  

2000 World Coonhound Championship
UKC's report, overview, and info on the prestigious Sept. 2000 Event

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