dog show judge
Canine competition arbiter
A dog show judge is a person certified to evaluate dogs in competition, assessing how closely each animal conforms to breed standards.
Judges examine structure, movement, coat, and temperament, ultimately selecting winners in each class.
The role requires extensive knowledge of breed characteristics and years of experience: She trained for a decade before becoming a licensed dog show judge.
- conformationStructural form or arrangement
- breed standardOfficial physical specifications for purebreds
- ringClosed curve shape
- breedCultivated variety of animal
- best of breedFinest of its type
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