Judging the
Gundog Breeds
by Frank Kane
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About the book
The book discusses the essentials for every judge, not just for gundog judges. There is a chapter on conformation and movement, described clearly and succinctly and illustrated by diagrams and photographs. Then the author discusses the gundog breeds in their families: the Spaniels, the Retrievers, the Setters, the Pointer and the Hunt, Point, and Retrieve breeds. There is also a chapter on some breeds which are new to the gundog group.
Every breed standard is discussed individually, followed by the author’s discussion on the essentials of breed type. Breeds are compared, and there are silhouette outlines and excellent photographic illustrations of every breed
In a final chapter, the author discusses judging procedures, including ring management and critique writing.
The book has been used in several countries as the recommended reading for prospective judges. As a lecturer by profession, the author explains and illustrates the important factors essential for good judging, and both new and experienced judges have appreciated his clear style.
In its softback format, the book is easy to pack and makes a very valuable travelling companion to every judging assignment!
The Spaniels
The Retrievers
The Setters
The Pointers
The Hunt, Point and Retrieve Breeds (HPR)
The Utility Gundogs
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I'm Frank Kane
International judge of dogs
I started showing dogs when I was 14 years old and had my first dog, a Cocker Spaniel named Sparky. I had high hopes for him, but they never materialised as he grew far too tall and he had little success in the show ring but with him I learned how to handle a dog in the showring. Since those days I have always been involved in the world of dogs shows.
I spent 5 years at Leeds university and was delighted to find that the city centre was venue for many dogs shows and I would attend club shows for many breeds…a great way to build up knowledge. When I left university, I started showing again with Cockers and American Cockers and I was lucky enough to have 2 Sealyham Terriers who both became champions
I started judging as a teenager judging our village dog show and in 1974 awarded my first championship challenge certificates in 1974. Since then, I have judged all over the world and 51 years later I still retain my passion for beautiful dogs.
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