Talbot Hill Beagles

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Winning the prize for “Largest Ribbon to the Tiniest Exhibitor”….in a strong Bred By Exhibitor Group today at the Western Washington Hound Association show, “CoCo”, Talbot Hill’s Road Less Traveled, earned a Group 3.  With temperatures in the 90’s this afternoon, we both collapsed into a puddle after this photo was taken.  It’s not the … More Bred By Exhibitor Group 3

In the AKC ring, it is the responsibility of the judge to use the standard to maintain the integrity of the breed.  The judge is also responsible for maintaining the integrity of the sport. With its two varieties, 13” and 15”, beagles are a unique breed for new judges who need to understand the use … More The Implications of the Wicket

Congratulations today to the incomparable “Roubaix” who went BOV from the classes for a five point major and then on to a Group One.  Roubaix is better known for his work in the agility ring where his titles will be outdated before I can finish typing this post.  Roubaix is out of our own CH … More “Roubaix”

There will be a dog show at the fairgrounds in Puyallup this weekend.  Saturday’s schedule:

A recent post on Facebook asked breeders to identify the one thing that they would like their breeding program to be known for.  Many said “temperament”; a similar number said “health”.  My own response was… Balance …”balance in structure and balance in decision-making with balanced emphasis given to breed type, movement, temperament and health”.  Each … More Balance

After a brief trip to Chicago for three days of shows, I’ve brought home a new addition to the family, Shadynook Coming Up Roses, “Blush”.  It was fun to see “beagle friends” again…and make a few new ones!  I want to thank the Wisconsin Beagle Club for all of their hard work in putting on … More Meet “Blush”