I began showing dogs at the age of 11 which gives me over 50 years.  My first dog was a German Shepherd which I showed in both Obedience and Conformation.  I exhibited GSD for 20 years.  When my ankles and knees gave out and I couldn't do all the running I switched to Chows and have been showing them since 1976.  I have bred and/or owned over 40 Champions.   In 1992 I was approved by AKC for my first breed.  Currently I am approved for one Toy breed, all but 6 Non-Sporting breeds and 9 Herding breeds, as well as Junior Showmanship and FSS/Open shows.  I am currently provisional for Xolos and Cotons.   Also I am an ASCA judge.  I have had the honor and pleasure to judge the Chow National in Italy as well as the Chow National in Australia (2 times).   I have also judged several times in Canada.   I have also judged for UKC, IABCA and ARBA.   When I am not judging I enjoy showing my own Chows, ring stewarding or just attending a show to enjoy the people, dogs and to learn about new breeds.