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Understanding Judging Consistency

Imagine a class of fifteen dogs entering the ring. Twelve are similar. Three are different. Those who do not fit in are excused in the cut. The other twelve are again judged. Puzzled, observers question why outstanding individuals walked. Does being different translate as being incorrect to the standard? Why does a judge choose from…

By TSK Editor, 16 yearsApril 1, 2011 ago

Breeding Structure Q & A Conformation Judging

Ask TSK – Q&A Toplines

Owing to the different angles of the spines of the vertebrae from the withers to the tail, it will be seen that the top-line could never be absolutely level. Obviously, since the spinal processes are in four distinct areas and in each area they incline in different directions, where they do meet there has …

By TSK Editor, 16 yearsFebruary 1, 2011 ago

Conformation Structure Q & A