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AN INTERVIEW WITH A JUDGE Did You Have A Mentor And Do You Teach How Has The Canine Scene Evolved Over The
Young Judges?
Years?
I didn't have a traditional mentor during my
The world of cynology is open to everyone who
judicial training. Simply put, the group's
thinks and feels he belongs there. However,
applicants went through a training program.
there are environments that have maintained
However, as a judge with a diploma, I
a high level of traditionality, which in turn has
realized that just raw knowledge in the
influenced the level of quality in breeding,
subject of cynology does not make a judge
organization of the competitions themselves,
complete. I had enough experience to
evaluate who had the expertise, knowledge,
New technology, modern grooming, handling,
and approach that I lacked, so I created and expertise is constantly being upgraded.
seminars on breeding, new genetic knowledge...
relationships with people whose opinions all of these are factors that affect the scene in
I valued and whose selflessness and respect responsible breeding practice to change. I can't
continue to compliment me not only as a judge say where it will lead, but for the time being, I've
but also as a full canine specialist. established a clear line between what breeding
represents for me and where the show begins.
What Characteristics Make A Good Judge?
It is a very complex thing. It does not depend What are the differences between judges now
only on one fact. It is a complete set of your and those from the beginning of your career?
intellectual and educational level, professional Differences will always be noticed and everyone
knowledge, methodology of your work, tact, sees them differently. My home upbringing
energy you are ready to provide, kindness, and instilled in me ethics about people who should
responsibility. be deeply respected and their opinions, not
because of a generational difference, but
What Do You Like To Judge Most? because of their willingness to keep up with
I feel most comfortable judging breeds that the development of cynology along with all the
I usually raise and follow. I also raised cocker other human qualities they possess. However, I
spaniels and was very dedicated to group 8, but have seen several young judges who are new to
even then, I followed the sheep breeds in which the scene but bring a wealth of information and
I am now for a very long time and in particular, competence.
corgis. I spent a lot of time learning about all of
those breeds, and I'm still learning new things
every day.

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