Profiles

Fancy That: Remembering Sandra Goose Allen

By Christi McDonald 10 comments

On May 9, 2013, the dog world lost a devotee whose kindness will long be missed, and today I want to devote Fancy That to her. Sandra Goose Allen was a beautiful and gracious woman who I never heard say an unkind...

Eukanuba Hall Welcomes Dog Show Exhibitors

By Dan Sayers 4 comments

Finding a suitable venue to put on a dog show these days can be as big a challenge as finding a good plumber or a reliable dog sitter. Usually it takes just one good experience for a beautiful relationship to begin –...

An Interview with Becker Reep

By Kayla Bertagnolli 3 comments

I’m not really sure how to introduce you to perhaps the most inspirational 13-year-old junior handler I’ve had the pleasure to meet this past year. All I can say is that after you read this you all will know exactly what I’m...

In Memoriam: Bill Cunningham

By Christi McDonald 4 comments

In 1978 a puppy Bill bred and handled, Misty Ridges Hot Rocks, was Winners Dog at just 9 months of age at Poodle Club of America’s regional specialty, from the Bred-by class. Sired by Bill’s Ch. Dacun’s Blu Mecca, the puppy was co-bred and owned by Kathleen Champa. Photo by Olson, courtesy of Poodle Variety.

When Poodle Club of America’s National Specialty classes begin next Wednesday, one member in particular will be very much missed. Bill Cunningham was the vice president of PCA when he passed away on April 5, but to those who have known him...

Newly Elected Board to Focus on Needed Change, Communication

By Christi McDonald No comments

On Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the annual meeting of the American Kennel Club in Newark, N.J., AKC delegates voted to fill the vacancies on the board of directors created when terms of the four members of the Class of 2013 expired. That...