Judges’ Education
At the very core, conformation dog shows are designed to evaluate breeding stock. The health and wellbeing of our breed is tied to systems by which the potential of individual dogs to serve future generations as breeding stock is identified. Judges’ opinions are sought and a value is placed upon these evaluations.
Judges Education provides support and educational experiences for current and prospective judges. Seminars offered by breed clubs typically provide a venue in which those who want to become judges engage in an in depth examination of traits outlined in a Breed Standard, observation of dogs, discussion with breed experts and hands-on practice examining dogs. Our program also includes coaching on procedural matters, rules and regulations governing judging for AKC competitions.
The ESSFTA Judges’ Education Committee welcomes all interested parties to our presentations and encourages current and prospective judges, breeders, exhibitors, and owners to join in learning more about this amazing breed.
Judges Education Tri-Fold Brochure
Prepared by Dr. Erin Kerfoot, ESSFTA Judges Education Coordinator
ESSTA Members interested in participating on Judges Ed Committees or Task Force can find the application for committee membership at the link below. There is also a Question-and-Answer document to address common questions. Applications are due on February 15, 2025.
