Dr. John F. Davidson, Toy Fox Terriers
Dr. John F. Davidson
13400 N Lakewood Dr
Dunlap IL 61525
(309) 243-7506
johnfd@hotmail.com
www.angelfire.com/il/toyfoxterrier
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Breeder Spotlight
How long have you been involved in your breed?
List three words you feel best describe your breed.
The title of my book says it all: Wired For Action.
In your opinion, what physical characteristic defines your breed the most?
A correct head that stamps the dog as a TFT and not a Chihuahua.
In your opinion, which behavioral characteristic defines your breed the most?
Lively, interested, aware,"on".
What is the largest false impression your breed gives?
That it is just another yappy, little toy dog. TFTs are so much more than that picture.
What should breeders be most concerned about today?
Is your standard sufficient? If you do not feel it is sufficient, briefly list changes you would like to see made.
I do not feel there is anything so over-whelmingly wrong to need change. Although I do feel it is time to recognize chocolates.
What counsel would you like to give to newcomers?
Buy the best. Go slow. Be careful of keeping too many dogs, lest you burn out. Get a mentor.
What is the single most charming attribute of your breed?
Its feisty nature, and I want to see evidence of that in the ring.
Do you prefer your breed judged moving or standing?
I often tell exhibitors that I am not judging statues. The truest test of soundness is movement.
What is the most common judging mistake in your breed?
An over-emphasis on color and cuteness. Cuteness does not necessarily mean correct. Also, too many Champions finishing under the age of one. Not enough credit to mature specimens.
What quality lends itself particularly well to the show ring?
A good TFT will show itself despite the handler.
Who would you like to see judge your National Specialty?
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This Weekend At UKC
UKC is pleased to announce that the running of the 2010 UKC World Squirrel Dog Championship will take place in Franklin, Indiana, and will be hosted by the Johnson County Hound Club. The event date will be Saturday, March 20th. New this year will be last chance qualifying events which will take place on Friday, March 19th and will feature a.m. and p.m. qualifiers. There will also be a World Championship Bench Show which will take place Friday evening. Clubs wishing to conduct qualifying events between now and then are encouraged to call UKC Field Representative Eugene Hill (256) 596-0568 or UKC Field Representative Marty Stanton (812) 343-0958. Good luck to all ! (More Information).
National Hunting Beagle Association Days is also this weekend in Missouri. Come on out and enjoy the event with us! NHBA sectional runoffs on Friday and a 2 day hunt Saturday and Sunday.(More Information).
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