[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: Ivory Tower NE Fut/Mat
- From: Peggy <pmick12@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: RChesnut70502@xxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2007 19:46:14 -0400
Linda and Randy are so right...people think judging is easy, and it
isn't, unless you are just giving out ribbons, not judging.
The little memories that stick with us might be unpleasant sometimes,
but mostly, they are good ones...
I remember giving a Best in Show to a beautiful German Shepherd Dog
one day. I really didn't care for anything else
in the ring at the time, and while this particular GSD wasn't moving
his best on the day, he was (and still is) tremendously handsome
and typey...so I felt justified in putting him up.
His owner fainted at ringside.............. now THAT's a memory!
The handler cried, too...
Peggy
RChesnut70502@xxxxxxx wrote:
>
>In a message dated 6/18/2007 8:04:46 PM Central Daylight Time,
>Lindabankhead@xxxxxxxxxxx writes:
>I wanted to take a moment to thank The GSDC of S New Hampshire for inviting
>me to judge the NE Fut/Mat. Nice hard working club members- like so many
>clubs their efforts make a difference in dog show exhibitors lives.
>I must say that I have gained complete admiration for those who judge our
>breed. I caught a 6 AM flight back home this morning and headed straight to
>work, more tired than I used to be after a day of handling dogs. I thought
>twice before setting back to receiving email today.
>
>Judging is tougher than it looks from the outside. You want to be
>respectful towards every exhibitor and breeder- giving them a fair look and
>staying
>focused is a true job. Judging is one persons opinion- but we all love our
>dogs and the emotions of losing are hard for every owner. I have always
>really
>understood that, when you judge it hits home.
>
>I will say this: The exhibitors/spectators/breeders/owners/handlers in the
>NE are to be commended for the sportsman like conduct they showed. One
>person felt the need to publicly disagree, beyond that I found complete
>respect
>and good sportsmanship towards each other.
>
>Honestly, that display of support for others joy is what our breed needs.
>The breeders/owners/exhibitors are the future of our sport. I was very
>pleased to see the camaraderie; it is a life line to the future of dog
>showing.
>
>There was a class I awarded a placement to and a proud owner was jumping in
>the air with excitement and pride. Do not ever forget the meaning of your
>first show dog who did well. Recognize and relish that for others.
>
>I probably will not apply for my license, I enjoyed judging but hate not
>being able to support and clap for a dog I appreciate at ringside. Something
>you can't do as an AKC judge. An exciting dog is something I love to see and
>sitting on my hands is not my nature!
>
>Judging is a whole new perspective- one I observed from all angles prior
>except in the middle of the ring from the ivory tower like I did yesterday.
>
>Thank you for allowing me the honor to see your dogs "up close and
>personal." :-) Giving instructions to handlers I used to compete against
>was
>nothing short of priceless! Linda B
>
>
>
>Linda my dear,
>To my regret, I do not know you very well. What a shame for me. Your above
>email was nothing short of perfect. You, my dear, are a very insightful,
>intellegent, and caring human being. Your writing tell me that.
>Thanks for the lift up.
>
>Randy C.
>
>
>
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