I began my journey in purebred dogs at the age of 12 when I handled a neighbor’s Collie in Junior Showmanship, conformation and Open obedience. Two years later I was introduced to Greyhounds and the sport of Greyhound racing and thus began my lifelong attraction to the Sighthound. I have been involved in the purebred dog world for over 50 years and Whippets specifically since 1990.

I have competed in many sports with my Whippets and have been fortunate to enjoy much success with my dogs. I have finished multiple Bench Champions, including a multiple Specialty Best in Show winner and two National Specialty Award of Merit winners. I have titled dogs in Lure Coursing, Racing, Agility, Rally, Barn Hunt, Nosework and Obedience including four High inTrial dogs and three AWC National Triathlon Champions. My boys have finished multiple field and track titles including 2 National racing Champions (straight and oval racing). Two of my dogs are currently tied for the Highest Championship titled Whippets in Barn Hunt.

I have been an active member of the American Whippet Club since 1992, served as their National Performance Director for 12 years and am a current member of the Judges Education committee. I also serve on the board of the Whippet Health Foundation. I am currently approved to judge the Hound Group, all-breed Junior Showmanship and 18 Terriers. In 2019 I had the amazing opportunity to judge the American Whippet Club National Specialty in Topeka, Kansas. I have been a practicing Veterinarian for 40 years in a variety of practice settings and am currently working part-time in
general practice.

It is a distinct honor for me to judge during the Canadian National Specialty weekend and I lookforward to seeing your beautiful Whippets!