The Dog Show Drive

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The Dog Show Drive episodes

January 23, 2025 The Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition - Episode 9
Welcome back to the Dog Show Drive Episode #9

While here in Canada there is not much as far as shows go, Will and Y
talk about Westminster Canadian Handlers, where to go and where to eat
while in NY.
The duo also give a book review and discuss - are show dogs happy? and how do
you keep them that way.
Also in this episode Richard Paquette is back and talks about Large Dog Show
events and the importance of them to our sport.
There is some trivia for our listeners to participate in and some jokes to enjoy!
Sit back and enjoy the ride!
1 hr 10 min
January 16, 2025 The Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition - Episode 8
This week Will and Y have a jammed packed edition for you.
The two talk about how little they did this week with no shows in Canada.
The topic of the week was sportsmanship, both at the show and on the internet. Shawn Nichols from the CDJA goes over the new guidelines for the Oral Examination.
The Westminister information keeps the episode going with some facts and history about Sensation, some Canadiana with Canadian bred winners. Rounding out the episode out with information regarding the Westminster site.
Enjoy the ride, we glad you came along.
1 hr 27 min
January 09, 2025 The Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition - Episode 7
This week the duo discusses: does the best dog really win? They talk about negative comments and how to turn the conversation around when talking about exhibits. Will and Y also give some Garden history as they talk about the Westminster Kennel Club show coming up. Plus the usual commentary on shows in Canada and new top ten brought to us by Bluff High Kennels in Minnesota. Thanks for coming along for the ride!!
52 min
January 02, 2025 The Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition. Episode 6 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
Happy New Year from the Dog Show Drive!
This week Will and Y talk about their Christmas weeks
They go through the last show of 2024 and the
upcoming shows in 2025

The topic of conversation with the new year is a new campaign
and the duo discuss how handlers look at a new year and
things one should consider when they would like to campaign their
dog.

So come along for the ride and welcome to 2025!
56 min
December 19, 2024 The Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition. Episode 5 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
This is the Christmas Special!!

Will and Y go through the Orlando week of the AKC National, talk about the winners and
list some of the winners that represented Canada.
The duo welcomes their special guests Katie, Adam and Savannah Bernardin to
share their week at the AKC National with Best in Show winner Monty.
To round out the Christmas show the pair share their favourite carols, and by popular
demand a special Christmas Top Ten.

We would like to thank everyone for listening and we will see you in the New Year
Happy Holiday and here is to a successful 2025

Will and Y
54 min
December 12, 2024 The Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition Episode 4 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
Welcome to episode 4 of the Dog Show Drive Canadian edition

This week Will and Y talked about the last dog show in Canada before Christmas - Brantford.
They get a year in review report from Richard Paquette from the offices at the CKC.
The duo taste test potatoes chips Canadian style and give some last minute Christmas gift ideas.
They also look at the role of a show superintendent and give some insite to that official show position .
To wrap up this episode they tell a couple tales of the worst driving conditions to dog shows in the past.
Glad you came along for the ride - enjoy!

30 min
December 05, 2024 The Dog Show Drive - Canada Episode 3 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
The Dog Show Drive - Canada Episode 3 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
In this week's episode Will and Y talk about their week, discuss shows across Canada and converse about hiring a professional handler. Will shares some items he found in the internet and the duo highlight upcoming episodes.
Hope you enjoy your drive thanks for joining us!
1 hr 3 min
November 28, 2024 Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition Episode 2 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
Welcome back to week #2 of the Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition
This week Will and Y talk a bit about the feedback they got from week one, and have decided to let everyone else in on their 'isms". They will have more details for their contest in the upcoming weeks.
Yvonne tells the Gout Story, and William covers the current events at the Aurora Shows this past weekend.
The duo talk about the Evelyn Kenney shows and the CPHA's 2023 Top Dog Dinner.
The taste test for the best cup of Joe is decided and a crowd favourite segment
The Top Ten is brought back!
Don't forget to like and subscribe and watch for Will's Dog Show Tips Interviews. If you have suggestions or comments you can reach us at [email protected]
Advertising is available. Thanks for coming on the ride.... Enjoy!
1 hr
November 22, 2024 Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition Episode 1 - Starring Will Alexander & Yvonne Norton
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Dog Show Drive - Canadian Edition.
This first edition of the Canadian DSD is just the tip of what is to come.
We chat about Will's recovery, the shows of the week, what shows are
upcoming and to check your calendars for upcoming closings.
We talk about the current social issues presently in Ontario and
we touch on and give some thoughts on the change that needs to happen.

Will and Y also remember the many great dog folk whom we have just
lost in the past month.
The duo touches on some of the ideas they would like to bring to
the show in the upcoming weeks.

We welcome questions from our listeners, be it to a professional handler,
judge, breeder or just Will and Y.
Advertising inquiries may also be sent in to [email protected]
for great rates and segment sponsorships.

Hope you enjoy this episode, glad you came for the drive!!
44 min
July 31, 2024 The Dog Show Drive - Episode 132 - Featuring Wayne Cavanaugh & Will Alexander
The Dog Show Drive - Episode 132 - Featuring Wayne Cavanaugh & Will Alexander
49 min

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Dog Show Drive is an entertaining discussion of past and current Canadian dog show topics and people. Will Alexander and Yvonne Norton Co-host this Canadian show about ... nothing