Rise in owner-handled success at AKC shows and global events

Owner-handlers strong; many recent show results including Westminster 2026 BIS Doberman 'Penny', Lost Coast Kennel Club, Elgin, Lake Norman, Coos, etc. New: National Dog Show 25th anniversary tickets on sale, Padanaram Dog Show, 4-H shows, Lorain County Kennel Club, Lagniappe Classic, Guemes Island revival. Also: Dan Sayers piece on decline of all-breed shows, judge apathy article. Monitor AKC/UKC/Crufts/Jelena points weekly.