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Date/Location    Seminar Info    
May 21 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Bernese Mountain Dog ,Greater Swiss Mountain and Entleucher Comparison Seminar
Breed:    Bernese Mountain Dog
Presenter:    Abby Patrizio
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
May 21 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Bernese Mountain Dog ,Greater Swiss Mountain and Entlebucher Comparison Seminar
Breed:    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Presenter:    Abby Patrizio
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
May 21 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Bernese Mountain Dog ,Greater Swiss Mountain and Entlebucher Comparison Seminar
Breed:    Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Presenter:    Abby Patrizio
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
May 23 2013
Pomona, California
Title:    Yorkshire Terrier Seminar and Ringside Mentoring
Breed:    Yorkshire Terrier
Presenter:    Dr. Carolyn Hensley
Sponsoring Club:   Western Dog Judges of America
Contact Information:   
Janet -
Email:   wdjaa.inc@gmail.com
Phone:   (760) 956-5370
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with Yorkshire Terrier Club of Los Angeles. Cost $10.Sheraton Suites Fairplex
May 24 2013
Bloomington, Illinois
Title:    The Xoloitzcuintli: Breed Seminar and Hands-on Workshop
Breed:    Xoloitzcuintli
Presenter:    Kay Lawson
Sponsoring Club:   The Heart of Illinois Cluster
Contact Information:   
Dr. John F. Davidson -
Email:   johnfd@Hotmail.com
Phone:   (309) 243-7506
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
There is NO CHARGE for this seminar and Workshop
May 24 2013
Bloomington, Illinois
Title:    The Wirehaired Vizsla : Breed Seminar and Hands-on Workshop
Breed:    Wirehaired Vizsla
Presenter:    Amanda Johnson and Peg Roginski
Sponsoring Club:   The Heart of Illinois Cluster
Contact Information:   
Dr.John F. Davidson -
Email:   johnfd@Hotmail.com
Phone:   (309) 243-7506
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
There is NO CHARGE for this seminar and Workshop
May 24 2013
Bloomington, Illinois
Title:    The Lowchen
Breed:    Lowchen
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Lowchen Club of America
Contact Information:   
Donna Jones -
Email:   bichons@bellsouth.net
Phone:   (770) 784-9840
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Ringside mentoring available Saturday and Sunday (May 25-26)
May 24 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Breed:    Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Presenter:    Kathleen Kinney
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 24 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Whippet
Breed:    Whippet
Presenter:    Mary Alderman
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 24 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Bulldog
Breed:    Bulldog
Presenter:    Mark Kennedy
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 24 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Great Pyrenees
Breed:    Great Pyrenees
Presenter:    Jean Pero
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 24 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Pyrenean Shepherd
Breed:    Pyrenean Shepherd
Presenter:    Jean Pero/Whitney Coombs
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 24 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Dogue De Bordeaux
Breed:    Dogue De Bordeaux
Presenter:    Robert Bina
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com_
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 25 2013
Bloomington, Illinois
Title:    The Brittany: Breed Seminar and Hands-on Workshop-Specialty on Sunday
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Linda Elbert
Sponsoring Club:   The Heart of Illinois Cluster
Contact Information:   
Dr. John F. Davidson -
Email:   johnfd@hotmail.com
Phone:   (309) 243-7506
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
There is NO CHARGE for this seminar and Workshop
May 25 2013
Bloomington, Illinois
Title:    The Norwegian Lundehund: Breed Seminar and Hands-on Workshop- National Specialty on Sunday
Breed:    Norwegian Lundehund
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   The Heart of Illinois Cluster
Contact Information:   
Dr.John F. Davidson -
Email:   johnfd@Hotmail.com
Phone:   (309) 243-7506
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
There is NO CHARGE for this seminar and Workshop
May 25 2013
Bloominton, Illinois
Title:    The Finnish Spitz: Breed Seminar and Hands-on Workshop
Breed:    Finnish Spitz
Presenter:    Cindy Stansell
Sponsoring Club:   The Heart of Illinois Cluster
Contact Information:   
Dr. John F. Davidson -
Email:   johnfd@hotmail.com
Phone:   (309) 243-7506
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
There is NO CHARGE for this Seminar and Workshop
May 25 2013
Castle Rock, Washington
Title:    Advanced Brace Beagle Field Trial
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Mel Stewart
Sponsoring Club:   Northwestern Association of Beagle Clubs
Contact Information:   
Alicia Knadler - 2831 N Valley Rd, Greenville, CA 95947
Email:   fabulous.alicia.knadler@gmail.com
Phone:   (530) 284-7585
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Dachshund and Basset Judge may also attend this seminar.
May 25 2013
Fairburn, Georgia
Title:    Lure Coursing Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Robert Mason
Sponsoring Club:   Greyhound Association of North Georgia
Contact Information:   
Sharon Webb - 6070 Cherokee Trace, Cumming, GA 30041
Email:   sbwtlc@yahoo.com
Phone:   (770) 778-4346
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

May 25 2013
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with West Michigan Apple Blossom Cluster. Free hands-on clinic open to children under 18 who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead; check in at the Superintendent's desk in the morning. Mixed breeds are welcome.
May 25 2013
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Title:    Taxes and Bookkeeping
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Representative
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Kalamazoo, MI dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
May 25 2013
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Title:    Taxes and Bookkeeping
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Representative
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Kalamazoo, MI dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Greyhound
Breed:    Greyhound
Presenter:    Dani Edgerton
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judgeds Breed Study for the French Bulldog
Breed:    French Bulldog
Presenter:    Jan Galiszewski
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Pekingese
Breed:    Pekingese
Presenter:    John French
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Airedale Terrier
Breed:    Airedale Terrier
Presenter:    April Clyde
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Icelandic Sheepdog
Breed:    Icelandic Sheepdog
Presenter:    Karen Barnes
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Juges Breed Study for the Pomeranian
Breed:    Pomeranian
Presenter:    Carol Leemhius
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Taxes and Bookkeeping
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Representative
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the New Castle, PA dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the New Castle KC show, this free hands-on clinic is open to children under 18 who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead & check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the morning. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
May 25 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Hands on Workshop for the Beauceron
Breed:    Beauceron
Presenter:    Kelly Clark-Ryan
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013.
May 25 2013
Topeka, Kansas
Title:    Judges Education Workshop for the Keeshond
Breed:    Keeshond
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Keeshond Club of America
Contact Information:   
Donna Smith -
Email:   dsmiff@aol.com
Phone:   (618) 786-2912
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Mentoring will be available May 25-26.
May 26 2013
Bloomington, Illinois
Title:    American Brittany Judges Ed Seminar
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Linda Elbert
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diane Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

May 26 2013
Castle Rock, Washington
Title:    Regular Brace Beagle Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Mel Stewart
Sponsoring Club:   Golden Bear Association of Beagle Clubs
Contact Information:   
Alicia Knadler - 2831 N Valley Rd, Greenville, CA 95947
Email:   fabulous.alicia.knadler@gmail.com
Phone:   (530) 284-7585
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Dachshund and Basset Judge may also attend this seminar.
May 26 2013
Freehold, New Jersey
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Plainfield KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to children under 18 who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead & check in at the Superintedents desk in the morning. Mixed breeds are welcome.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Weimaraner
Breed:    Weimaraner
Presenter:    Kelly Photopoulous
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffons
Breed:    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Breed Seminar for the Leonberger
Breed:    Leonberger
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   New Castle
Contact Information:   
Alida Greendyk -
Email:   alidagleos@gmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Seminar scheduled 9:30AM to 11:00AM. Place: Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds (In the Main Office of the Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds) 2497 Harlansburg Rd.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Golden Retriever
Breed:    Golden Retriever
Presenter:    Cindy Partridge
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Tibetan Spaniel
Breed:    Tibetan Spaniel
Presenter:    Harold and Mary Hartman
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Vizsla
Breed:    Vizsla
Presenter:    Connie Miklus
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Akita
Breed:    Akita
Presenter:    Mona Shaw
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Breed:    Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Presenter:    Kathy Schwabe
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 26 2013
New Castle,
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Samoyeds
Breed:    Samoyed
Presenter:    Leah Semen
Sponsoring Club:   PA Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Mark Kennedy -
Email:   mkr404@live.com
Phone:   (724) 733-0588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by May 11, 2013. Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
May 28 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    Judges Seminar for thw Whippet
Breed:    Whippet
Presenter:    Barbara Henderson, DVM
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Al Ferruggiaro -
Email:   alferrug@gmail.com
Phone:   (240) 418-8452
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

May 31 2013
Lagrangeville, New York
Title:    Spaniel Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Meyer
Sponsoring Club:   Cocker Spaniel Field Trial of America
Contact Information:   
Noel Cacchio - 7038 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Email:   momcacchio@gmail.com
Phone:   (845) 876-2372
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

May 31 2013
Portland, Oregon
Title:    Judges Education for Belgian Tervuren
Breed:    Belgian Tervuren
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Belgian Tervuren Club
Contact Information:   
Richard Lewis -
Email:   richelieu@elltel.net
Phone:   (509) 697-6032
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.abtc.org
Held in conjunction with National Specialty.information: Red Lion Hotel On the River-Jantzen Beach 909 N. Hayden Island Dr, Portland , Or 503-283-4466
June 1 2013
Biloxi, Mississippi
Title:    Boykin Spaniel Judges Education Seminar & Hands-On Workshop
Breed:    Boykin Spaniel
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America
Contact Information:   
Greg Copeland -
Email:   gcopeland@gregcopeland.com
Phone:   (979) 826-3147
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.theboykinspanielclub.com
Held in conjunction with the Riverside West KC of Greater New Orleans. The show is part of a 4-day cluster beginning May 30th. Scheduled to begin at 3:00pm, Cost: $35.
June 1 2013
Springfield, Illinois
Title:    Hunting Test Pointing Breed Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Bonnie Hidalgo
Sponsoring Club:   Vizsla Club of Illinois
Contact Information:   
Charles K. Chadwell - 743 Etherton Ln, Springfield, IL 62712
Email:   cnchadwell@gmail.com
Phone:   (917) 520-1581
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 1 2013
Wrentham, Massachusetts
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Ladies Dog Club shows. Cost: $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
June 2 2013
Springfield, Illinois
Title:    Field Trial Pointing Breed Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Bonnie Hidalgo
Sponsoring Club:   Vizsla Club of Illinois
Contact Information:   
Charles K. Chadwell - 743 Etherton Ln, Springfield, IL 62712
Email:   cnchadwell@gmail.com
Phone:   (917) 520-1581
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 7 2013
Lexington, Kentucky
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Saluki
Breed:    Saluki
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Saluki Club of America
Contact Information:   
Diane Divin -
Email:   diane.divin@verizon.net
Phone:   (817) 229-0430
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Seminar & hands-on workshop. Ringside mentoring will be held June 6th -8th.
June 8 2013
E. Norwalk, Connecticut
Title:    Comparison between the Finish Spitz and the Norrbottenspets
Breed:    Finnish Spitz
Presenter:    Roland Pelland and Susan Lundebjerg
Sponsoring Club:   Greenwich Kennel Club and the CT Dog Judges Group
Contact Information:   
Joy Brewster -
Email:   GKC-Show@GreenwichKC.org
Phone:   (203) 426-6586
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
1:00pm Session Seminars with Hands-on. Cost: $15.00 per session - cash or check. Held in conjunction with the Greenwich Kennel Club all-breed dog show.
June 8 2013
E. Norwalk, Connecticut
Title:    Comparison between the Rat Terrier w/workshop, Toy Fox Terrier, American Hairless Terrier
Breed:    Terrier Breeds
Presenter:    Robin Lutwinas
Sponsoring Club:   Greenwich Kennel Club and the CT Dog Judges Group
Contact Information:   
Joy Brewster -
Email:   GKC-Show@GreenwichKC.org
Phone:   (203) 426-6586
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
9:00AM Session Seminars with Hands-on. Cost: $15.00 per session - cash or check. Held in conjunction with the Greenwich Kennel Club all-breed dog show.
June 8 2013
Puyallup, Washington
Title:    DogNation & Taxation: Accounting Tips for Professional Handlers
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Accounting Professional
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Puyallup, WA dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
June 9 2013
Yorktown Heights, New York
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Sawmill River KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids under 18 who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
June 12 2013
Denver, Colorado
Title:    Judges Education for the Newfoundland
Breed:    Newfoundland
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Judges Workshop Group
Contact Information:   
Thomson Stanfield Jr -
Email:   stanfieldt@aol.com
Phone:   (303) 659-3445
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Denver Dog Sports, 4300 Forest St. Denver CO.
June 14 2013
Tampa, Florida
Title:    Seminar and Workshop for the Bulldog
Breed:    Bulldog
Presenter:    Sam Steding
Sponsoring Club:   St Petersburg Dog Fanciers Association
Contact Information:   
Linda Tilka -
Email:   lindatilka@gmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Bulldog Specialty. No cost for seminar but pre-registration is requested. Scheduled to begin 2 1/2 hrs before breed judging.
June 15 2013
Bozeman, Montana
Title:    Spaniel Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    g
Sponsoring Club:   Missouri Headwaters Gun Dog Club
Contact Information:   
Scott Benowitz - 4691 Shandalyn Ln, Bozeman, MT 59718
Email:   wetsib@benowitz.net
Phone:   (406) 585-7101
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 15 2013
Grayslake, Illinois
Title:    Polish Lowland Sheepdog Breed Seminar
Breed:    Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Polish Lowland Sheepdog Club
Contact Information:   
Chantal Andrew -
Email:   chaniam@att.net
Phone:   (352) 489-8988
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with National Specialty. Seminar is $15. Seminar with dogs will be held after BOB
June 15 2013
Osoyoos, British Columbia
Title:    Field Trial Pointing Breed Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Bonnie Hidalgo
Sponsoring Club:   BC All Breed Pointer Club & Vancouver Island Pointing Dog Club
Contact Information:   
Karen Salandini - 27505 - 31A Ave, Aldergrove, BC V4W 3L2
Email:   ktsalandini@telus.net
Phone:   (604) 857-5773
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
www.bcallbreedpointerclub.com & www.voucouverislandpointingdogclub.com
June 15 2013
Sterling, Connecticut
Title:    SPO Regular & Advanced Beagle Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Mel Stewart
Sponsoring Club:   Tri County Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
Thomas Lamoureux - 70 Hawthorne Place North, Providence, RI 02904
Email:   toml20082@yahoo.com
Phone:   (585) 269-9435
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 15 2013
Tampa, Florida
Title:    Pointing Breed Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Maneely
Sponsoring Club:   Central Florida German Shorthaired Pointer Club
Contact Information:   
Pearce Daley - 19252 Meadow Pine Dr, Tampa, FL 33647
Email:   pearce@mbotampa.com
Phone:   (813) 977-0202
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 15 2013
Woodland Hills, California
Title:    AKC Agility Judges Continuing Education Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kylie Bourke - 22122 Germain Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Email:   Kylie@agiletrixie.com
Phone:   (818) 280-7487
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This two day seminar will be held on June 15-16, 2013. AKC agility judges are required to attend a continuing education seminar every three years. Judges must attend both days to receive credit.
June 16 2013
Osoyoos, British Columbia
Title:    Hunting Test Pointing Breed Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Bonnie Hidalgo
Sponsoring Club:   BC All Breed Pointer Club & Vancouver Island Pointing Dog Club
Contact Information:   
Karen Salandini - 27505 - 31A Ave, Aldergrove, BC V4W 3L2
Email:   ktsalandini@telus.net
Phone:   (604) 857-5773
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
www.bcallbreedpointerclub.com & www.vancouverislandpointingdogclub.com
June 16 2013
Tampa, Florida
Title:    Pointing Breed Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Maneely
Sponsoring Club:   Central Florida German Shorthaired Pointer Club
Contact Information:   
Pearce Daley - 19252 Meadow Pine Dr, Tampa, FL 33647
Email:   pearce@mbotampa.com
Phone:   (813) 977-0202
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 18 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Bichon Frises and Coton de Tulear Breed Seminar
Breed:    Bichon Frise
Presenter:    Eileen Narieka and Mimi Winkler
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
June 18 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Bichon Frises and Coton de Tulear Breed Seminar
Breed:    Coton de Tulear
Presenter:    Eileen Narieka and Mimi Winkler
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
June 19 2013
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Title:    Judges Educational Seminars focusing on the Hound Group
Breed:    Hound Breeds
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Oklahoma City Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Bill or Beverly Ballard -
Email:   danedcoeur@msn.com
Phone:   (405) 360-4660
Fax:   (405) 360-2140
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Summer Classic Dog Show. Cost of Hound Group Seminars is $100 for all offered seminars or $25 for an individual seminar.
June 19 2013
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Title:    The German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed:    German Shorthaired Pointer
Presenter:    Patte Titus
Sponsoring Club:   Okalhoma City KC
Contact Information:   
Beverly or Bill Ballard - 3601 Indian Point Circle; Norman, OK 73026
Email:   danedcoeur@msn.com
Phone:   (405) 360-4660
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Summer Classic Dog Shows - Oklahoma City.
June 19 2013
Richmond, Virginia
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 813-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Southern MD KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 & under who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
June 21 2013
Caledonia, Wisconsin
Title:    Lure Coursing Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Robert Mason
Sponsoring Club:   Midwest Coursing Club of Wisconsin
Contact Information:   
Gregory Breitbach - 1930 W. Galena St, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Email:   foolishoun@att.net
Phone:   (414) 344-2276
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 21 2013
Canby, Oregon
Title:    Understanding the Breed Standard & Comparison Anatomy for the Boston Terrier
Breed:    Boston Terrier
Presenter:    Ken Roux
Sponsoring Club:   Boston Terrier Club of Portland, Oregon
Contact Information:   
Pat McCann - 2606 NW Rolling Green Drive; Corvallis, OR 97330
Email:   hilifebostons@yahoo.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Please RSVP by sending your seminar fee of $20 per person. You may also register at the door.
June 21 2013
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Title:    American Brittany Judges Ed Seminars
Breed:    Brittanys
Presenter:    Amy Booth & Jessca Carlson
Sponsoring Club:   Oklahoma Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Summer Classic Dog Show
June 22 2013
Austin, Texas
Title:    Pointing Breed Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Maneely
Sponsoring Club:   San Antonio Weimaraner Club
Contact Information:   
Kay Walker - 508 Ranchers Club Ln, Driftwood, TX 78619
Email:   kb_walker04@yahoo.com
Phone:   (281) 250-9982
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 22 2013
Iowa City, Iowa
Title:    Made to Move
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Pat Trotter
Sponsoring Club:   Hawkeye KC & Royal Canine
Contact Information:   
Conny Hansen -
Email:   sccch81@netins.net
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Half hour after Best In Show, Cost per Person: $20 at the Door, snacks and refreshments provided.
June 22 2013
Livoria, Michigan
Title:    The Lost Art of Breeding Fine Collies
Breed:    Collie
Presenter:    John Buddie
Sponsoring Club:   Greater Brighton Collie Club
Contact Information:   
Barbara Johnson -
Email:   normbarb@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (517) 623-0467
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $65.00
June 22 2013
Metamor, Michigan
Title:    The German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed:    German Shorthaired Pointer
Presenter:    Christy Featherstrom & Patte Titus
Sponsoring Club:   German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Michigan
Contact Information:   
Kathy Wiecha - 20112 Rosedale; St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Email:   kweicha@aol.com
Phone:   (586) 779-3520
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Michigan Sporting Dog Assoiciation weekend of seminars. Cost $50/ weekend. June 22-35, 2013.
June 22 2013
Metamora, Michigan
Title:    Brittany Seminar
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Diana Kubitz
Sponsoring Club:   Michigan Sporting Dog Association
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Sporting Dog Group Seminar. A hands-on seminar and field demonstrations held at lunch each day
June 22 2013
Metamora, Michigan
Title:    Two Days of Judges Seminars and Field Demos for Sporting Breeds
Breed:    Sporting Breeds
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Michigan Sporting Dog Association
Contact Information:   
Kathy Wiecha -
Email:   kwiecha@aol.com
Phone:   (586) 779-3520
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.misportingdogasociation.webs.com
June 22-23, 2013.
June 22 2013
Orange, California
Title:    Basset Hound/Dachshund Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Jim Odle
Sponsoring Club:   Basset Hound Club of Southern California/Greater San Diego Basset Hound Club
Contact Information:   
Marianne Lovejoy - 34052 Doheny Park Rd #122, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
Email:   mvlovejoy@cox.net
Phone:   (949) 233-3083
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Dachshund Judges are also invited to this seminar
June 22 2013
Warwick, Rhode Island
Title:    Earthdog Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    JoAnn Frier-Murza
Sponsoring Club:   Border Terrier Club of America
Contact Information:   
Gloria Connery - 141 Charlton St, Oxford, MA 01540
Email:   gloconn@aol.com
Phone:   (508) 987-2871
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 22 2013
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Title:    Earthdog Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   
Contact Information:   
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Email:   N/A
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 23 2013
Austin, Texas
Title:    Pointing Breed Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Maneely
Sponsoring Club:   San Antonio Weimaraner Club
Contact Information:   
Kay Walker - 508 Ranchers Club Ln, Driftwood, TX 78619
Email:   kb_walker04@yahoo.com
Phone:   (281) 250-9982
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 23 2013
Warwick, Rhode Island
Title:    Earthdog Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    JoAnn Frier-Murza
Sponsoring Club:   Border Terrier Club of America
Contact Information:   
Gloria Connery - 141 Charlton St, Oxford, MA 01540
Email:   gloconn@aol.com
Phone:   (508) 987-2871
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 25 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Boxer
Breed:    Boxer
Presenter:    Virginia Shames
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Al Ferruggiaro -
Email:   alferrug@gmail.com
Phone:   (240) 418-8452
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 27 2013
Warwick, Rhode Island
Title:    The Border Terrier
Breed:    Border Terrier
Presenter:    Ruth Ann Naun
Sponsoring Club:   The Border Terrier Club of America
Contact Information:   
Ruth Ann Naun -
Email:   ranaun@verizon.net
Phone:   (845) 628-3059
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with National Specialty; 6:30AM,followed by ringside mentoring at 9AM; workshop - Crowne Plaza at the Crossings
June 29 2013
Lima, Ohio
Title:    Judges Education Seminar
Breed:    Norwegian Buhund
Presenter:    Cheryl Loesch and Else Turner
Sponsoring Club:   Norwegian Buhund Club of America
Contact Information:   
Cheryl Loesch -
Email:   momdeplume@comcast.net
Phone:   (651) 645-0333
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with National Specialty, immediately following breed judging. Cost is $25. Registration deadline June 15th.
June 29 2013
West Bend, Wisconsin
Title:    Judges Education for the Lhasa Apso
Breed:    Lhasa Apso
Presenter:    Joyce Johanson
Sponsoring Club:   Greater Milwaukee Lhasa Apso Club
Contact Information:   
Lynn Replogle -
Email:   woodlyn@tds.net
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

June 29 2013
West Bend, Wisconsin
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Kettle Moraine KC show. Cost: $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
July 5 2013
W. Springfield, Massachusetts
Title:    Breed Seminar for the Poodle
Breed:    Poodle
Presenter:    Alan Waterman
Sponsoring Club:   New England Non-Sporting Association
Contact Information:   
Deb Parisi -
Email:   prismpoodle@verizon.net
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.newenglandnonsportingassociation.org
Held in conjunction with the Kenilworth Kennel Club of Connecticut following Best in Show judging. No cost.
July 6 2013
W Springfield, Massachusetts
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3580
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Farmington Valley KC, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 and under who want to learn more about handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
July 6 2013
W Springield, Massachusetts
Title:    DogNation & Taxation: Accounting Tips for Professional Handlers
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Accounting Professional
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the W.Springfield, MA dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
July 6 2013
W. Springfield, Massachusetts
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Tibetan Spaniel
Breed:    Tibetan Spaniel
Presenter:    Marjorie Wikerd
Sponsoring Club:   New England Non-Sporting Association
Contact Information:   
Deb Parisi -
Email:   prismpoodle@verizon.net
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Farmington Valley Kennel Club show following Best in Show judging. No cost.
July 10 2013
Denver, Colorado
Title:    A Comparison of the Four Belgian Breeds
Breed:    Herding Breeds
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Judges Workshop Group
Contact Information:   
Thomson Stanfield Jr -
Email:   stanfieldt@aol.com
Phone:   (303) 659-3445
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Location: Denver Dog Sports, 4300 Forest St. Denver CO.
July 11 2013
Reno, Nevada
Title:    The Cocker Spaniel
Breed:    Cocker Spaniel
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Spaniel Club
Contact Information:   
Robert Ennis -
Email:   rennis1@roadrunner.com
Phone:   (716) 947-9975
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with National Specialty. Cost $25
July 12 2013
Palm Beach, Florida
Title:    Junior Jamboree
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Sunshine State Herdging Group Assoication
Contact Information:   
Chantal Andrew -
Email:   chaniam@att.net
Phone:   (352) 489-8988
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Registration for the seminar closes June 25. Divided into 3 age groups (junior, intermediate and senior); 2 experience levels (novice &open), the children are judged not by the quality of their dog, but by their ability to handle.Mixed dogs are permitted.
July 13 2013
Baltimore, Maryland
Title:    AKC Agility Judges Continuing Education Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Blair Kelly - 1309 Beltram Court, Odenton, MD 21113
Email:   blair.kelly@att.net
Phone:   (303) 690-0759
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This two day seminar will be held on July 13 - 14, 2013. AKC agility judges are required to attend a continuing eduction seminar every three years. Judges must attend both days to receive credit.
July 13 2013
Coeur D'Alene, Idaho
Title:    Junior Showmanship Workshop
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Casandra Clark
Sponsoring Club:   Inland Empire Kennel Association
Contact Information:   
Kathie Isenberg -
Email:   showchairKathie@ieka.org
Phone:   (509) 276-6010
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Workshop held 30 minutes after Best In Show.
July 13 2013
Coeur D'Alene, Idaho
Title:    Junior Showmanship Workshop
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Ms.Casandra Clark
Sponsoring Club:   Inland Empire Kennel Association
Contact Information:   
Kathie Isenberg - PO Boxers 915, Scottish Deerhounds Park, WA 99006
Email:   showchairkathie@ieka.org
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Open to future and current juniors who want to improve their skills in the ring. $5.00 pre entry fee, $10.00 day of show entry fee. NO FEE for juniors who are entered in Junior Showmanship on Saturday July 13, 2013
July 13 2013
College Station, Texas
Title:    Retriever Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Jerry Mann
Sponsoring Club:   Bryan/College Station Retriever Club
Contact Information:   
Tina Frankel - 9222 Shadow Crest Dr, College Station, TX 77845
Email:   asure01@yahoo.com
Phone:   (979) 695-8002
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 14 2013
Glencoe, Minnesota
Title:    Field Trial Spaniel Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Meyer
Sponsoring Club:   Minnesota Hunting Spaniel Club
Contact Information:   
BethAnn Wiley - 13733 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater, MN 55082
Email:   bethannwiley@yahoo.com
Phone:   (651) 214-8301
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 16 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Brussels Griffon and Affenpinscher Breed Seminar
Breed:    Affenpinscher
Presenter:    Jude Daley
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net.
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
July 16 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Brussels Griffon and Affenpinscher Breed Seminar
Breed:    Brussels Griffon
Presenter:    Jude Daley
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net.
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
July 16 2013
W Springfield, Massachusetts
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Farmington Valley KC show, FREE hands-on clinic- open to children under 18 who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the morning . Mixed breeds are welcome.
July 17 2013
Auburn, Washington
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Basenji
Breed:    Basenji
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Basenji Club of America
Contact Information:   
Marianne Klinkowski -
Email:   naharin@comcast.net
Phone:   (408) 446-0604
Fax:   N/A
Website:   http://www.2013bcoanational.org/
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Seminar and hands-on workshop. Ringside mentoring available July 15-17
July 18 2013
Houston, Texas
Title:    DJAA Advanced Judges Institute for the Hound Group
Breed:    Hound Breeds
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Dog Judges Association of America
Contact Information:   
Joe Purkhiser -
Email:   jpurk@me.com
Phone:   (210) 602-7450
Fax:   N/A
Website:   djaa.org
4 Day Institute July 18 - 21, 2013. Held in conjunction with the Houston Kennel Club and the Reliant World Series of Dog Shows.
July 18 2013
Houston, Texas
Title:    DJAA 4-Day Hound Group Institute
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Dog Judges Association of America
Contact Information:   
Nancy Simmons -
Email:   djaa.treasurer@gmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 19 2013
Houston, Texas
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Rhodesian Ridgeback
Breed:    Rhodesian Ridgeback
Presenter:    Dudley Hackney
Sponsoring Club:   Dog Judges Association of America
Contact Information:   
Nancy Simmons -
Email:   djaa.treasurer@gmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Part of a 4-day Judges Institute for the Hound Group.
July 20 2013
Carencro, Louisiana
Title:    Regualr & Advanced Small Pack Option Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Mel Stewart
Sponsoring Club:   Acadiana Beagle Club & Bayou Blue Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
John Taylor - 163 Coulee Lanoire Rd, Arnaudville, LA 70512
Email:   johnraytaylor1@aol.com
Phone:   (337) 945-3545
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 20 2013
Foley, Alabama
Title:    Two-Day Handling Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Norma Smith
Sponsoring Club:   Azalea City Toy Breeds Club of Alabama
Contact Information:   
Jean Headley -
Email:   twoeaglemom@mchsi.com
Phone:   (251) 402-8089
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This 2-day seminar includes how to move your dog correctly, how to stack your dog, ring procedures, breed specific presentation and a mock dog show.
July 20 2013
Johnson Creek, Wisconsin
Title:    Spaniel Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Tom Meyer
Sponsoring Club:   Southern Wisconsin Sporting Spaniel Club
Contact Information:   
Debbie Schoene - 3706 N. Hall Rd, Whitewater, WI 53190
Email:   gelert@netwurx.net
Phone:   (608) 868-1192
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 20 2013
New Albany, Mississippi
Title:    Regular Small Pack Option Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Mel Stewart
Sponsoring Club:   Tallahatchie Beagle Club/Attala Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
Michael Seger - 1236 Hwy 348, New Albany, MS 38652
Email:   bsegergohunt24@yahoo.com
Phone:   (662) 316-3588
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 20 2013
Suisun City, California
Title:    Retriever Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Wayne Bleazard
Sponsoring Club:   Marin Retriever Club
Contact Information:   
Greg Bingham - 300 Foxboro Ct, San Ramon, CA 94583
Email:   gkcglb@aol.com
Phone:   (925) 699-8740
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 21 2013
Houston, Texas
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Houston World Series of Dog Shows. Cost: $25. Scheduled time: 9:30am - 11:00am. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
July 23 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    American Brittany Judges Ed Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Cindy Miller
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Frederick County Animal Control Center, 1832 Rosemont Avenue
July 23 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Brittany
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Cindy Miller
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Al Ferruggiaro -
Email:   alferrug@gmail.com
Phone:   (240) 418-8452
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Location: Frederick County Animal Control Center; 1832 Rosemont Avenue; Frederick, Maryland
July 26 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Shih Tzu
Breed:    Shih Tzu
Presenter:    Michelle Jones
Sponsoring Club:   Carolina Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Cindy Stansell -
Email:   rocyn@embarqmail.com
Phone:   (919) 359-1150
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster.
July 26 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Italian Greyhound
Breed:    Italian Greyhound
Presenter:    Cese Resnick
Sponsoring Club:   Carolina Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Cindy Stansell -
Email:   rocyn@embarqmail.com
Phone:   (919) 359-1150
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster.
July 26 2013
Salt Lake City, Utah
Title:    AKC Agility New Judge's 3-day Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Steve Herwig, AKC Field Rep -
Email:   smh@akc.org
Phone:   (702) 997-5689
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This 3-day seminar, to be held July 26 - 28, 2013, is for individuals who wish to become an AKC licensed agility judge. This seminar does not fulfill the continuing education requirement for existing judges.
July 27 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Brussels Griffon
Breed:    Brussels Griffon
Presenter:    Heather Stants
Sponsoring Club:   Carolina Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Cindy Stansell -
Email:   rocyn@embarqmail.com
Phone:   (919) 359-1150
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster. Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster.
July 27 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Affenpinscher
Breed:    Affenpinscher
Presenter:    Pamela Peat
Sponsoring Club:   Carolina Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Cindy Stansell -
Email:   rocyn@embarqmail.com
Phone:   (919) 359-1150
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster
July 27 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Small Pack Option Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Robert Oliver
Sponsoring Club:   Foothills Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
W. Lewis Wilson - 431 Blacks Dr, Greenville, SC 29615
Email:   lwilson534@charter.net
Phone:   (864) 915-7973
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

July 28 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Pekingese
Breed:    Pekingese
Presenter:    Jim Hanson
Sponsoring Club:   Carolina Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Cindy Stansell -
Email:   rocyn@embarqmail.com
Phone:   (919) 359-1150
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster.
July 28 2013
Greenville, South Carolina
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Papillon
Breed:    Papillon
Presenter:    Angela & Cheslie Pickett
Sponsoring Club:   Carolina Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Cindy Stansell -
Email:   rocyn@embarqmail.com
Phone:   (919) 359-1150
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Carolina Foothills Dog Show Cluster.
August 3 2013
Canfield, Ohio
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Beaver County KC show. Cost: $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
August 3 2013
Canfield, Ohio
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Beaver County KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 & under who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
August 3 2013
Forest Hill, Maryland
Title:    Connie Cleveland's Problem Solving Camp
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Connie
Sponsoring Club:   Philadelphia Dog Training Club
Contact Information:   
Chris Allen -
Email:   allen.feild@verizon.net
Phone:   (610) 344-4877
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This intensive training seminar will be held August 3 & 4, 2013. The goals are to help you solve your training problems, plan your training sessions, and create long range training goals.
August 3 2013
Kenner, Louisiana
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Metairie KC show. Cost $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
August 3 2013
Logan, Ohio
Title:    Small Pack Option Field Trial Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Robert Oliver
Sponsoring Club:   Perry County Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
Shane Zoller - 5 Robinson Ln, Marietta, OH 45750
Email:   shane.zoller@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (740) 516-5900
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

August 9 2013
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Penn Ridge KC shows.Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
August 10 2013
Ballston Spa, New York
Title:    Adult Handling Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Glen Falls KC (Adirondack Circuit) show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to anyone, particular the novice handler, who would like to learn more about dog handling in the Conformation ring. Bring a dog on a lead.
August 10 2013
Columbus, Ohio
Title:    "A Common Sense Approach to Competitive Obedience" Presented by Fred Hulme
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Fred Hulme
Sponsoring Club:   Licking River Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Virginia Blackston - 3360 Pleasantville Road, Pleasantville OH, 43148
Email:   virginiablackstone4@gmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This two day seminar presented by Fred Hulme will be held on August 10 & 11, 2013. Fred will show you how to progress from starting a new dog to training through Utility, focusing on problem solving, handling and enthusiasm.
August 10 2013
Morrilton, Arkansas
Title:    Regular & Advanced Small Pack Option Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Jim Odle
Sponsoring Club:   Mid Ark Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
Stephen Smith - 3118 Lost Valley Ln, Van Buren, AR 72956
Email:   stephen.1170@hotmail.com
Phone:   (479) 414-6429
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Additional Clubs Hosting Seminar:Sooner BC, Lavaca BC, River Valley BC, Ark-LA-Miss BC, Wattensaw BC
August 10 2013
Sacramento, California
Title:    AKC Tracking Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Sacramento Dog Training Club
Contact Information:   
Meg Azevedo -
Email:   megaz@frontier.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This is a one day seminar that will meet the AKC Tracking Judges continuing educational requirements.
August 16 2013
Enumclaw, Washington
Title:    Breed Study for the Brittany
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Dianne Kroll -
Email:   dianne.kroll@frontier.com
Phone:   (503) 356-1770
Fax:   (503) 356-1766
Website:   clubs.akc.org/brit/2013/ABCSummerSpecialty.htm
Held in conjunction with the American Brittany Club Summer Specialty Show. This seminar is free, but reservations must be received by August 10th in order receive the education package. Ringside mentoring will be provided at the ABC show on August 17th.
August 16 2013
Eunumclaw, Washington
Title:    American Brittany Judges Ed Seminars
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Nancy Clendenen & Dianne Kroll
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Summer Special, Eunumclaw Expo Center, 6pm
August 17 2013
Greeley, Colorado
Title:    Labrador Retriever Breed Study
Breed:    Labrador Retriever
Presenter:    Marilyn Little & Juxi Burr
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Dog Judges Workshops & the Labrador Retriever Club
Contact Information:   
Vicki Harris -
Email:   imagedobes@gmail.com
Phone:   (970) 532-0322
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20.00
August 17 2013
Greeley, Colorado
Title:    Welsh Springer Spaniel Breed Study
Breed:    Welsh Springer Spaniel
Presenter:    Kitten Goodrich
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Dog Judges Workshops & Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America
Contact Information:   
Vicki Harris -
Email:   imagedobes@gmail.com
Phone:   (970) 532-0322
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20.00
August 17 2013
Greeley, Colorado
Title:    English Cocker Spaniel Breed Study
Breed:    English Cocker Spaniel
Presenter:    Genelle Joseph & Patricia Janzen
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Dog Judges Workshop & English Cocker Spaniel Fancier of Greater Denver
Contact Information:   
Vicki Harris -
Email:   imagedobes@gmail.com
Phone:   (970) 532-0322
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20.00
August 17 2013
Southaven, Mississippi
Title:    AKC Institute for Aspiring and Newly Approved Judges
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
The only Institute approved by the American Kennel Club to fulfill the Requirement for Judging Applicants. Held in conjunction with the Memphis Kennel Club show. Cost: $175.00.
August 17 2013
Topeka, Kansas
Title:    DogNation & Taxation: Accounting Tips for Professional Handlers
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Accounting Professional
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Topeka, KS dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
August 18 2013
Greeley, Colorado
Title:    German Shorthaired Pointer Breed Study
Breed:    German Shorthaired Pointer
Presenter:    Karen Nauer
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Dog Judges Workshop & the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Colorado
Contact Information:   
Vicki Harris -
Email:   imagedobes@gmail.com
Phone:   (970) 532-0322
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20.00
August 18 2013
Greeley, Colorado
Title:    English Setters Breed Study
Breed:    English Setter
Presenter:    Donna Jordon
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Dog Judges Workshop & English Setters Assoc. of America
Contact Information:   
Vicki Harris -
Email:   imagedobes@gmail.com
Phone:   (970) 532-0322
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20.00
August 18 2013
Greeley, Colorado
Title:    Golden Retriever Breed Study
Breed:    Golden Retriever
Presenter:    Ellen Hardin
Sponsoring Club:   Colorado Dog Judges Workshop & the Mile High Golden Retriever Club
Contact Information:   
Vicki Harris -
Email:   imagedobes@gmail.com
Phone:   (970) 532-0322
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20.00.
August 18 2013
Otisville, Michigan
Title:    Regular & Advanced SPO Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Robert Oliver
Sponsoring Club:   Huron Valley Beagle Club
Contact Information:   
Darryl Rains - 61054 Fairland Dr, South Lyon, MI 48178
Email:   dlrains51@yahoo.com
Phone:   (248) 921-6835
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

August 18 2013
Southaven, Mississippi
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Memphis KC show. Cost $25.00. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
August 19 2013
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Title:    Sporting Dog Institute
Breed:    Sporting Breeds
Presenter:    Cindy Miller
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

August 23 2013
Santa Barbara, California
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Santa Barbara KC show. Cost: $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
August 24 2013
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Seminar for The Pekingese
Breed:    Pekingese
Presenter:    Carol Kniebusch Noe and Don Sutton
Sponsoring Club:   Allegheny Pekingese Club, Pekingese Club of NJ, Pekingese Club Of The Southern Tier
Contact Information:   
Reba Namachar -
Email:   rnamachar@zoominternet.net
Phone:   (724) 482-2078
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost: $20. Must reserve by Aug 17, 2013. Held at Keystone C, Radisson Hotel Convention Center, Radisson Hotel Harrisburg, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Camp Hill, PA 17011. Seminar and Hands-on Workshop.
August 24 2013
Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Title:    Judges Education for the Pumi
Breed:    Pumi
Presenter:    Chris Levy
Sponsoring Club:   St. Croix Valley KC
Contact Information:   
Linn Klingel Brown -
Email:   linnkling@aol.com
Phone:   (651) 226-9080
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the St. Croix Valley KC show. No cost for attendees. RSVP requested so materials can be provided. Seminar time TBA.
August 24 2013
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
William Thayne - 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Attn: Companion Events Department, Raleigh, NC 27617
Email:   wvt@akc.org
Phone:   (607) 772-1280
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally seminar on August 25th. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements. More information will be available January 2013.
August 24 2013
Topeka, Kansas
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 813-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Topeka KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 & under who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
August 25 2013
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
William Thayne - 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Attn: Companion Events Department, Raleigh, NC 27617
Email:   wvt@akc.org
Phone:   (607) 772-1280
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience seminar on August 24th. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements. More information will be available January 2013.
August 27 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    Judges Seminar for the French Bulldog
Breed:    French Bulldog
Presenter:    Virginia Roland
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Al Ferruggiaro -
Email:   alferrug@gmail.com
Phone:   (240) 418-8452
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

August 31 2013
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Durham KC show (part of the Fall Raleigh Cluster). Cost $25.00. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
August 31 2013
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Durham KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids under 18 who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
September 5 2013
Gray Summit, Missouri
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Border Collie
Breed:    Border Collie
Presenter:    Kelly Whiteman
Sponsoring Club:   Border Collie Society of America
Contact Information:   
Linn Klingel Brown or Kelly Whiteman -
Email:   linnkling@aol.com or bonnidune@yahoo.com
Phone:   (651) 226-9080
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Fee- $15 for BCSA members. $30 for non members. Includes herding demo,materials, catalog, and lunch. Ringside Mentoring Fri. & Sat.
September 5 2013
Wilmot, Wisconsin
Title:    National Specialty Breed Seminar
Breed:    Otterhound
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Otterhound Club of America
Contact Information:   
Arlyne Smith -
Email:   arlynebearsden@aol.com
Phone:   (708) 756-7405
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjuction with the National Specialty. Ringside mentoring will be offered Friday and Saturday (Sept. 6th & 7th)
September 7 2013
Houston, Texas
Title:    AKC Tracking Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Southwest Tracking Association of Metropolitan Houston
Contact Information:   
Jeff Shaver -
Email:   jshaver522@yahoo.com
Phone:   (713) 557-0807
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This is a one day seminar that will meet the AKC Tracking Judges continuing educational requirements.
September 7 2013
Owensville, Ohio
Title:    DogNation & Taxation: Accounting Tips for Professional Handlers
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Accounting Professional
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Owensville, OH dog shows, this FREE hour-long Educational Seminar is open to everyone.
September 7 2013
Winchester, Virginia
Title:    ABCs of Dog Breeding and Practical Canine Anatomy and Movement--A Two-Part Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Dr. Claudia Orlandi
Sponsoring Club:   Shawnee Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Anne L. Legge - 261 Fox Meadow Lane, Winchester, VA 22602
Email:   annelegge@comcast.net
Phone:   (540) 327-4260
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.shawneekennelclub.org
A two-part seminar, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., $85 for both seminars and two workbooks, includes breakfast and lunch.
September 11 2013
Gray Summit, Missouri
Title:    Judges Education for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Breed:    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Presenter:    Cathy Cooper
Sponsoring Club:   Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America
Contact Information:   
Mary Beth Usery -
Email:   dittousery@mac.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty.
September 13 2013
Winchester, Virginia
Title:    Herding Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Carol Delsman
Sponsoring Club:   Shetland Sheepdog Club of Greater Baltimore
Contact Information:   
Rhonda Toren - 5474 Delphinium Ct, Columbia, MD 21045
Email:   herding@clantyre.net
Phone:   (410) 997-3698
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

September 14 2013
Brooklyn Heights, Ohio
Title:    AKC Obedience Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Cleveland All-Breed Training Club, Inc.
Contact Information:   
Linda MacDonald - 8116 Shilling Road, West Salem, Ohio 44287
Email:   macdonaldlinda@ameritech.net
Phone:   (419) 853-4329
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally seminar on September 15, 2013. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience and rally judges' educational requirements. Linda MacDonald can also be contacted by her cell phone, (330) 845-1364.
September 14 2013
Lancaster, Ohio
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Licking River KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 & under who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check in at the Superintendent's Desk in the a.m. Mixed Breed dogs are welcome.
September 15 2013
Brooklyn Heights, Ohio
Title:    AKC Rally Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Cleveland All-Breed Training Club, Inc.
Contact Information:   
Linda MacDonald - 8116 Shilling Road, West Salem, OH 44287
Email:   macdonaldlinda@ameritech.net
Phone:   (419) 853-4329
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience seminar on September 14, 2013. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience and rally judges' educational requirements. Linda MacDonald can also be contacted by her cell phone, (330) 845-1364.
September 17 2013
Nashville, Tennessee
Title:    AKC Agility Judges Continuing Education Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Jane Mohr -
Email:   jebmohr@gmail.com
Phone:   (615) 941-3047
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This two day seminar will be held on Tues & Weds., September 17 & 18, 2013. AKC agility judges are required to attend a continuing education seminar every three years. Judges must attend both days to receive credit.
September 17 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Mastiff and Bullmastiff Breed Seminar
Breed:    Mastiff
Presenter:    Eva Gordon and Helene Nietsch
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net.
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
September 17 2013
Newtown, Connecticut
Title:    Mastiff and Bullmastiff Breed Seminar
Breed:    Bullmastiff
Presenter:    Eva Gordon and Helene Nietsch
Sponsoring Club:   Connecticut Dog Judges
Contact Information:   
Helene Nietsch -
Email:   helene@banstock.net
Phone:   (203) 426-8194
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Located at Newtown Veterinary Specialists, Emergency, Critical and Specialty Care facility, at 52 Church Hill Road, (off exit 10 on 184) at 7:30 pm
September 21 2013
Farmington, New York
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed:    Curly-Coated Retriever
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Curly-Coated Retriever Club of America
Contact Information:   
Kathryn Cowsert -
Email:   kcowsert@hotmail.com
Phone:   (925) 202-9000
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.ccrca.org
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Ringside mentoring at the National Specialty on Sunday, September 22, 2013
September 21 2013
Lakeland, Florida
Title:    AKC Obedience Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Imperial Polk Obedience Club of Lakeland, FL
Contact Information:   
Robert Withers - 1033 Morning Star Drive, Lakeland, FL 33810
Email:   bob.withers@lmco.com
Phone:   (863) 688-9088
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally seminar on September 22, 2013. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience and rally judges' educational requirements.
September 22 2013
Lakeland, Florida
Title:    AKC Rally Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Imperial Polk Obedience Club of Lakeland, Florida
Contact Information:   
Robert Withers - 1033 Morning Star Drive, Lakeland, FL 33810
Email:   bob.withers@lmco.com
Phone:   (863) 688-9088
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience seminar on September 21, 2013. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience and rally judges' educational requirements.
September 24 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Tibetan Spaniel
Breed:    Tibetan Spaniel
Presenter:    Linda Foiles
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Al Ferruggiaro -
Email:   alferrug@gmail.com
Phone:   (240) 418-8452
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

September 26 2013
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Chinese Shar-Pei
Breed:    Chinese Shar-Pei
Presenter:    Cate Stewart
Sponsoring Club:   Chinese Shar-Pei Club of America
Contact Information:   
Cate Stewart -
Email:   nordicstarcsp@yahoo.com
Phone:   (763) 458-5251
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Pre-registration required by September 1, 2013. Sept 26th at 11:30 am is the seminar followed by hands on opportunities. Ringside mentoring Sept 26 - 27.
September 27 2013
Gray Summit, Missouri
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed:    Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Presenter:    Cynthia Savioli
Sponsoring Club:   Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America
Contact Information:   
Cindy Savioli - 16 Summit Ave.; Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
Email:   aubreycorgi@gmail.com
Phone:   (973) 632-9259
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Cost $25.00. Seminar scheduled to begin at 9:00am. Hands-on immediately after judging.Registration deadline 9/20/2013.
September 27 2013
Portland, Oregon
Title:    Breed Study for the Afghan Hound
Breed:    Afghan Hound
Presenter:    Harry Bennett
Sponsoring Club:   Afghan Hound Club of America
Contact Information:   
Harry Bennett - 1404 Arlingwood Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32211-6385
Email:   harryonly@aol.com
Phone:   (904) 720-0691
Fax:   N/A
Website:   afghanhoundclubofamerica.org
Held in conjunction with the Afghan Hound Club of America National Specialty Show. Ringside mentoring and hands-on will follow the seminar; all sessions must be attended in order to receive certificate of attendance. Fee: $25, Reservations close: 9/17.
September 27 2013
South Sioux City, Nebraska
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Saint Bernard
Breed:    St. Bernard
Presenter:    Victor Dingus
Sponsoring Club:   Saint Bernard Club of America
Contact Information:   
Victor Dingus -
Email:   vdingus@gmail.com
Phone:   (423) 612-3116
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Cost $25. Seminar & Hands-On scheduled to begin at 3:00pm. On 9/28 8:00-9:30am Breakfast with Speciality Judges & mentoring procedures review. 9:45-1:30 Ringside Mentoring.
October 5 2013
Aurora, Colorado
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Briard
Breed:    Briard
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Briard Club of America
Contact Information:   
Meg Weitz -
Email:   mwweitz@aol.com
Phone:   (336) 510-7650
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.briardclubofamerica.org
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty.
October 5 2013
Moraine, Ohio
Title:    The Mudi - A Rare Hungarian Herding Breed
Breed:    Mudi
Presenter:    Erika Kiss
Sponsoring Club:   The Mudi Club of America (FSS)
Contact Information:   
Cynthia Protheroe -
Email:   hilarowknls@bmi.net
Phone:   (541) 275-7860
Fax:   N/A
Website:   http://mudi.us/
Seminar starts at 1:00 pm (no cost) followed by a judged Conformation Fun Match; Dayton Dog Training Center, 3040 East River Road, Moraine OH
October 8 2013
Norco, California
Title:    Australian Cattle Dog Breed Seminar
Breed:    Australian Cattle Dog
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Australian Cattle Dog Club of America
Contact Information:   
John L. Kurpas -
Email:   j.kurpas@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (313) 366-0537
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with National Specialty. Seminar following winner's dog-4pm. Nellie Weaver Hall at the Ingalls Equestrian Center.
October 10 2013
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Title:    Alaskan Malamute Judges Education Seminar
Breed:    Alaskan Malamute
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Alaskan Malamute Club of America
Contact Information:   
Sharon West -
Email:   showmal@aol.com
Phone:   (541) 601-6724
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with National Specialty. Ringside mentoring available Friday and Saturday. Seminar begins at 2 pm.
October 11 2013
Arcadia, Florida
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Greater Naples Dog Club shows.Cost: $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. Http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
October 11 2013
Gray Summit, Missouri
Title:    Judges Education for the Basset Hound
Breed:    Basset Hound
Presenter:    Claudia Orlandi
Sponsoring Club:   Basset Hound Club of America
Contact Information:   
Claudia Orlandi -
Email:   domorlan@gmavt.net
Phone:   (802) 238-8200
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. No fee for seminar. Ringside mentoring will be during Intersex Judging following the seminar.Additional mentoring offered on Oct. 9th & 10th by special request only.
October 12 2013
Augusta, New Jersey
Title:    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Seminar and Workshop
Breed:    Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Presenter:    Cynthia M Savioli
Sponsoring Club:   Palisades KC
Contact Information:   
Terry M. DePietro -
Email:   jsunfarmskennel@gmail.com
Phone:   (732) 462-6816
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ - time 1:00pm to 2:30 pm, cost $20
October 13 2013
Augusta, New Jersey
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Ramapo KC show. Cost $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
October 17 2013
Gray Summit, Missouri
Title:    Judges Education for the Old English Sheepdog
Breed:    Old English Sheepdog
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Old English Sheepdog Club of America
Contact Information:   
Mary Anne Brocious -
Email:   qubicoes@comcast.net
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Fee: $35 Payable at the Seminar. 10/17 Seminar, Hands-On & Ringside Mentoring During Dog Classes. 10/18 Ringside Mentoring During Bitch Classes & Intersex Competition
October 18 2013
Pueblo, Colorado
Title:    Breed Presentation & Hands-On Workshop for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed:    Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Presenter:    Sheila DiVaccaro and Angela Cox
Sponsoring Club:   American Chesapeake Club
Contact Information:   
Betsy Horn Humer - P. O. Box 226; Pungoteague, VA 23422
Email:   tiderunr2@verizon.net
Phone:   (757) 442-3672
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Cost: $20.00. Scheduled to begin at 5:00pm ((time subject to change). Ringside mentoring Friday afternoon and Saturday
October 20 2013
Ionia, Michigan
Title:    American Brittany Judges Ed Seminars
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Diana Kubitz
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Harvest Specialties
October 20 2013
Ionia, Michigan
Title:    Breed Seminar for the Brittany
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Diana Kubitz
Sponsoring Club:   Western Michigan Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Western Michigan Rifle and Pistol Club, 2116 W Lincoln Ave, Ionia, Michigan 3:00 p.m. Held in conjunction with the Western Michigan Brittany Club Specialty.
October 22 2013
Frederick, Maryland
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Bichons Frise
Breed:    Bichon Frise
Presenter:    Lorrie Carlton
Sponsoring Club:   Mason-Dixon Dog Judges Association
Contact Information:   
Al Ferruggiaro -
Email:   alferrug@gmail.com
Phone:   (240) 418-8452
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

October 23 2013
Delmont, Pennsylvania
Title:    ABC's of Dog Breeding Seminar and Practical Canine Anatomy and Movement Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Dr. Claudia Orlandi
Sponsoring Club:   Westmoreland County Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Dawn Logan - 97 Lover Jonestown Road, Charleroi, PA 15022
Email:   logans72598@comcast.net
Phone:   (724) 244-4885
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
(2) seminars $100 for both seminars & workbooks, $65 for ABC's & workbook, $55 for PCAM and workbook. ABC's at 8:30 am and PCAM at 2:00 pm
October 24 2013
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Great Dane.
Breed:    Great Dane
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Great Dane Club of America
Contact Information:   
Jane Treiber - PO Box 15; Curtis, WA 98538
Email:   janetreiber@yahoo.com
Phone:   (360) 245-3481
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty.Lancaster Host Resort and Conference Center, Lancaster, PA. Seminar & Hands-On October 24th. Ringside Mentoring during BOB, Friday, October 25th.
October 25 2013
Wichita Falls, Texas
Title:    Judges Education Seminar and Workshop
Breed:    Golden Retriever
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   Golden Retriever Club of America
Contact Information:   
Ainslie Mills -
Email:   oriana@telus.net
Phone:   (604) 882-0820
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.2013national.com
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty. Ringside tutoring offered 10/24-26 through Best of Breed. Seminar is open to approved, provisional and applicant judges as well as GRCA CCA evaluators.
November 1 2013
Midland, Michigan
Title:    Siberian Husky Judges' Study Group
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Donna Beckman
Sponsoring Club:   Siberian Husky Club of America
Contact Information:   
Donna Beckman -
Email:   shcajec@yahoo.com
Phone:   (510) 524-9950
Fax:   N/A
Website:   http://www.shca.org/pdfs-docs/2013_educflyer.pdf
Held in conjunction with National Specialty, Seminar, hands-on workshop and formal ringside observations. Seminar starts at 10:00 am. Cost $35 includes lunch. Ringside November 2nd during Best of Breed judging.
November 2 2013
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Title:    AKC Institute for Aspiring and Newly Approved Judges
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
The only Institute approved by the American Kennel Club to fulfill the Requirement for Judging Applicants. Held in conjunction with the Soaring Gull Cluster. Cost: $175.00.
November 3 2013
Mesa, Arizona
Title:    Judges Breed Study for the Japanese Chin
Breed:    Japanese Chin
Presenter:    Steve Hayden
Sponsoring Club:   Japanese Chin Club of America
Contact Information:   
Jane Pearson -
Email:   N/A
Phone:   (503) 789-9078
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Speciality. Ringside mentoring available.
November 3 2013
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Soaring Gull Cluster. Cost $25.00. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
November 9 2013
California, Claremont
Title:    Judges Seminar for the Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Breed:    Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Presenter:    Svend Lovenkjaer
Sponsoring Club:   Danish/Swedish Farmdog Club of America
Contact Information:   
Brita Lemmon -
Email:   blemmon@socal.rr.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

November 23 2013
W Springfield, Massachusetts
Title:    Juniors Clinic
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   AKC Registered Handlers Program
Contact Information:   
Susan Judge -
Email:   smj@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3590
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Windham County KC show, this FREE hands-on clinic is open to kids 18 & under who want to learn more about dog handling. Bring a dog on a lead and check-in at Superintendent' Desk in the a.m. Mixed breeds are welcome.
November 29 2013
Ft. Smith, Arkansas
Title:    Breed Study for the Brittany
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Diana Kubitz
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the National Specialty.
November 29 2013
Ft. Smith, Arkansas
Title:    American Brittany Judges Ed Seminars
Breed:    Brittany
Presenter:    Diana /Committee
Sponsoring Club:   American Brittany Club
Contact Information:   
Diana Kubitz -
Email:   renegadebritts@comcast.net
Phone:   (269) 962-2363
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

November 29 2013
Yuma, Arizona
Title:    Building the Super dog
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Dr. Carmen Battaglia
Sponsoring Club:   WDJAA and Yuma KC
Contact Information:   
Janet Fink -
Email:   wdjaa.inc@gmail.com
Phone:   (760) 956-5370
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Event attendees will be discountedto $20 with proof of entry. Regular cost is $35. Yuma Fairgrounds
November 30 2013
Yuma, Arizona
Title:    Comparative of the Dachshunds
Breed:    Dachshund
Presenter:    Sherrill Snyder
Sponsoring Club:   WDJAA and Yuma KC
Contact Information:   
Janet Fink -
Email:   wdjaa.inc@gmail.com
Phone:   (760) 956-5370
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost of $25
November 30 2013
Yuma, Arizona
Title:    Comparative of the Six Coonhound breeds
Breed:    Black and Tan Coonhound
Presenter:    Curt Willis
Sponsoring Club:   WDJAA and Yuma KC
Contact Information:   
Janet Fink -
Email:   wdjaa.inc@gmail.com
Phone:   (760) 956-5370
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Comparison of the six coonhound breeds,cost $25. American English Coonhounds, Bluetick Coonhounds, Redbone Coonhounds, Black and Tan Coonhounds, Plotts, Treeing Walker Coonhounds
December 1 2013
Yuma, Arizona
Title:    Judging Juniors
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Mr. Lee Herr
Sponsoring Club:   WDJAA and Imperial Valley KC
Contact Information:   
Janet Fink -
Email:   wdjaa.inc@gmail.com
Phone:   (760) 956-4370
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Cost is $25,Yuma County Fairgrounds. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
December 7 2013
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Title:    Judging Junior Showmanship
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Eastern Dog Club Shows.Cost: $25. Please review the Junior Showmanship Rulebook prior to attending the seminar. Http://images.akc.org/pdf/rulebooks/REJRSH.pdf
December 11 2013
Orlando, Florida
Title:    Advanced Judges Institute for the Non-Sporting & Working Breeds
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    N/A
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club & Dog Judges Association of America
Contact Information:   
Kathy Caruana -
Email:   kac1@akc.org
Phone:   (919) 816-3862
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjuction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship and the Orlando Cluster of Dog Shows. December 11-14, 2013. Cost $375.00.
January 11 2014
Leona Valley, California
Title:    Herding Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Carol Delsman
Sponsoring Club:   Antelope Valley Stockdog Club
Contact Information:   
Terry Kenney - PO Box 742, Leona Valley, CA 93551
Email:   herdem@aol.com
Phone:   (661) 305-2501
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

January 18 2014
New Lenox, Illinois
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Stone City Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Pat Marrs - 16426 S. Ridgeland Ave
Email:   patgeorgehse@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (708) 532-2580
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.sckc.us
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar on January 19, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
January 19 2014
New Lenox, Illinois
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Stone City Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Pat Marrs - 16426 S. Ridgeland Ave
Email:   patgeorgehse@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (708) 532-2580
Fax:   N/A
Website:   www.sckc.us
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar on January 18, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
January 25 2014
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Title:    Retriever Hunting Test Judge Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    Jerry Mann
Sponsoring Club:   Eastern Iowa Hunting Retriever Club Association
Contact Information:   
Gary Reid - 2446 Mallory ST SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Email:   corvettereid@yahoo.com
Phone:   (319) 560-0880
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A

February 1 2014
Wildwood, New Jersey
Title:    Breed Study for the Boston Terrier
Breed:    Boston Terrier
Presenter:    Lloyd J. Amodei
Sponsoring Club:   Boardwalk KC
Contact Information:   
Terry M. DePietro - 659 Casino Drive; Howell, NJ 07731
Email:   jsunfarmskennel@gmail.com
Phone:   (732) 462-6816
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Ocean Classic. Cost: $20.00. Scheduled to begin 2:30pm - 5:00pm.
February 1 2014
Wildwood, New Jersey
Title:    Breed Study for the Miniature Schnauzer
Breed:    Miniature Schnauzer
Presenter:    John Constantine
Sponsoring Club:   Union County KC
Contact Information:   
Terry M. DePietro - 659 Casino Drive; Howell, NJ 07731
Email:   jsunfarmskennel@gmail.com
Phone:   (732) 462-6816
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Ocean Classic. Cost: $20.00. Scheduled to begin 12:00pm - 2:30pm.
February 1 2014
Wildwood, New Jersey
Title:    Breed Study for the Brussels Griffon
Breed:    Brussels Griffon
Presenter:    Donna Vartanian
Sponsoring Club:   Sand and Sea KC
Contact Information:   
Terry M. DePertro - 659 Casino Drive; Howell, NJ 07731
Email:   jsunfarmskennel@gmail.com
Phone:   (732) 462-6816
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
Held in conjunction with the Ocean Classic. Cost: $20.00. Scheduled to begin 9:00am - 11:30am.
February 8 2014
Orlando, Florida
Title:    AKC Tracking Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKLC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Tracking Club of Central Florida
Contact Information:   
Luci Seeley - 167 NE Jardain Road, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Email:   Ljseeley73@yahoo.com
Phone:   (772) 971-4152
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This is a one day seminar that will meet the educational requirements for prospective and approved AKC Tracking Judges. Also, on Feb. 9th, a VST Workshop will be held.
February 15 2014
Atlanta, Georgia
Title:    AKC Agility Judges Continuing Education Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Agility Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
Chris Danielly - 5555 Kent Rock Road, Loganville, GA 30052
Email:   Cdanielly@aol.com
Phone:   (770) 784-5672
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This two day seminar will be held on February 15 & 16, 2014. AKC agility judges are required to attend a continuing education seminar every three years. Judges must attend both days to receive credit.
March 1 2014
Whittier, California
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Southern California Dog Obedience Council, Inc.
Contact Information:   
Robert Livell - 280 8th Street Norco, CA 92860
Email:   RPKSL@Charter.net
Phone:   (951) 272-4679
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar on March 2, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
March 2 2014
Whittier, California
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Southern California Dog Obedience Council, Inc.
Contact Information:   
Robert Livell - 280 8th Street Norco, CA 92860
Email:   RPKSL@Charter.net
Phone:   (951) 272-4679
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar on March 1, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
April 12 2014
Glenmont, New York
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Albany Obedience Club
Contact Information:   
William Craig - 131 Fales Road, Cheshire, MA 01225
Email:   hawkdogud@gmail.com
Phone:   (413) 743-1579
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar on April 13, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
April 13 2014
Glenmont, New York
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Albany Obedience Club
Contact Information:   
William Craig - 131 Fales Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
Email:   hawkdogud@gmail.com
Phone:   (413) 743-1579
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar on April 12, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
June 8 2014
Acton, Massachusetts
Title:    AKC Tracking Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Tracking Club of Massachusetts
Contact Information:   
Randie Meyer -
Email:   laekenois@sprintmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This is a one day seminar that will meet the AKC Tracking Judges continuing educational requirements.
July 19 2014
Lansing, Michigan
Title:    AKC Tracking Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Tracking Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing
Contact Information:   
Kim Laird -
Email:   kim.laird@gmail.com
Phone:   N/A
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This is a one day seminar that will meet the AKC Tracking Judges continuing educational requirements.
August 23 2014
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
William Thayne - 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Attn: Companion Events Department, Raleigh, NC 27617
Email:   wvt@akc.org
Phone:   (607) 772-1280
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® seminar on August 24th. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
August 24 2014
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
William Thayne - 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Attn: Companion Events Department, Raleigh, NC 27617
Email:   wvt@akc.org
Phone:   (607) 772-1280
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® seminar on August 23rd. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
September 20 2014
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Continuing Educational Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Oklahoma City Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Cheryl Deacon - 7800 Dovetail, Edmond OK 73034
Email:   cheryl-deacon@ouhsc.edu
Phone:   (405) 850-8085
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar is being held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® seminar on September 21, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC Obedience and Rally Judges' continuing educational requirements.
September 21 2014
Oklamhoma City, Oklahoma
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Continuing Educational Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   Oklahoma City Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Cheryl Deacon - 7800 Dovetail, Edmond OK 73034
Email:   cheryl-deacon@ouhsc.edu
Phone:   (405) 850-8085
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar is being held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® seminar on September 20, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC Obedience and Rally Judges' continuing educational requirements.
October 18 2014
Lacey, Washington
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Pacific Northwest Obedience & Rally Judges Group
Contact Information:   
Sue Cox - 18025 - 8th Ave, NW, Shoreline WA 98177-3542
Email:   johnandsuzanne@comcast.net
Phone:   (206) 546-2230
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar is for judges only and will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar on October 19, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
October 19 2014
Lacey, Washington
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Pacific Northwest Obedience & Rally Judges Group
Contact Information:   
Sue Cox - 18025 - 8th Ave. NW, Shoreline WA 98177-3542
Email:   johnandsuzanne@comcast.net
Phone:   (206) 546-2230
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar is for judges only and will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar on October 18, 2014. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
February 28 2015
Norcross, Georgia
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Atlanta Obedience Club
Contact Information:   
Gail LaBerge - 3862 Morgan's Ridge Drive, Buford, GA 30519
Email:   outland@laberge.org
Phone:   (770) 271-7246
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will meet AKC Obedience® judges' educational requirements. A AKC Rally® seminar will be offered on March 1, 2015.
March 1 2015
Norcross, Georgia
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Atlanta Obedience Club
Contact Information:   
Gail LaBerge - 3862 Morgan's Ridge Drive, Buford, GA 30519
Email:   outland@laberge.org
Phone:   (770) 271-7246
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will meet AKC Rally® judges' educational requirements. A AKC Obedience® seminar will be offered on February 28, 2015.
April 11 2015
Wyomissing, Pennsylvania
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   Berks County Dog Training Club
Contact Information:   
Nancy Withers - 15 Hain Ave., Wernersville, PA 19565
Email:   gomets.dog@verizon.net
Phone:   (610) 678-6686
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar on April 12, 2015. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
April 12 2015
Wyomissing,
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   Berks County Dog Training Club
Contact Information:   
Nancy Withers - 15 Hain Ave Wernersville, PA 19565 15 Hain Ave., Wernersville, PA 19565
Email:   gomets.dog@verizon.net
Phone:   (610) 678-6686
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® Judges Seminar on April 11, 2015. Both seminars will meet AKC obedience & rally judges' educational requirements.
April 25 2015
Carrollton, Texas
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Doberman Pinscher Club of Dallas
Contact Information:   
Nancy Simmons - 3804 Simmons Creek Lane, Flower Mound, TX 75022
Email:   nansimmons@yahoo.com
Phone:   (972) 355-8580
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar is being held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® seminar on April 26th. Both seminars will meet AKC Obedience and Rally Judges' continuing educational requirements.
April 26 2015
Carrollton, Texas
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Doberman Pinscher Club of Dallas
Contact Information:   
Nancy Simmons - 3804 Simmons Creek Lane, Flower Mound, TX 75022
Email:   nansimmons@yahoo.com
Phone:   (972) 355-8580
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar is being held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® seminar on April 25th. Both seminars will meet AKC Obedience and Rally Judges' continuing educational requirements.
May 16 2015
Bloomington, Minnesota
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   Bloomington Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Barbara Wedekind Selton - 4305 W.99th. St., Bloomington, MN 55437
Email:   baw4305@aol.com
Phone:   (952) 893-1493
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will meet AKC Obedience® judges' educational requirements. A AKC Rally® seminar will be offered on May 17, 2015.
May 17 2015
Bloomington, Minnesota
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   Bloomington Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Barbara Wedekind Selton - 4305 W.99th. St., Bloomington, MN 55437
Email:   baw4305@aol.com
Phone:   (952) 893-1493
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will meet AKC Rally® judges' educational requirements. A AKC Obedience® seminar will be offered on May 16, 2015.
August 22 2015
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
William Thayne - 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Attn: Companion Events Department, Raleigh, NC 27617
Email:   wvt@akc.org
Phone:   (607) 772-1280
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® seminar on August 23rd. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
August 23 2015
Raleigh, North Carolina
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Only Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   American Kennel Club
Contact Information:   
William Thayne - 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Attn: Companion Events Department, Raleigh, NC 27617
Email:   wvt@akc.org
Phone:   (607) 772-1280
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® seminar on August 22nd. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
September 19 2015
Flint, Michigan
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, MI
Contact Information:   
Cheryl Haedt - PO Box 215, Grand Blanc, MI 48480-00215
Email:   cherylhaedt@centurytel.net
Phone:   (810) 636-2209
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® seminar on September 20th. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
September 20 2015
Flint, Michigan
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep
Sponsoring Club:   Companion Dog Training Club of Flint, MI
Contact Information:   
Cheryl Haedt - PO Box 215, Gland Blanc, MI 48480-0215
Email:   cherylhaedt@centurytel.net
Phone:   (810) 636-2209
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® seminar on September 19th. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
February 26 2016
Wertzville, Missouri
Title:    AKC Obedience® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   North St. Louis County Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Ginger Kinion -
Email:   gkinion@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (636) 928-8760
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Rally® seminar on February 27th. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.
February 27 2016
Wertzville, Missouri
Title:    AKC Rally® Judges' Seminar
Breed:    N/A
Presenter:    AKC Field Rep.
Sponsoring Club:   North St. Louis County Obedience Training Club
Contact Information:   
Ginger Kinion -
Email:   gkinion@sbcglobal.net
Phone:   (636) 928-8760
Fax:   N/A
Website:   N/A
This seminar will be held in conjunction with an AKC Obedience® seminar on February 26th. Both seminars will meet continuing educational requirements for AKC Obedience & Rally Judges.