The JUDGES EDUCATION SEMINAR will be held in conjunction with the GSDCA National Specialty Show in Springfield Ohio on October 15, 2009  beginning at 1:00 PM

The seminar cost of $45 includes lunch, a catalog, and reserved seats for the National Specialty Show

Presenters:

Mr. Dave Rinke

4 decades in the breed breeding, owning, handling and judging.  Judged 3 Canadian Nationals and 5 US Nationals.  Instrumental in educating potential breeders/judges about the GSD Standard.

Mr. Jim York

Temperament Committee Chairperson           

Ms Helen Gleason

Judged the US Nationals 4 times/ Canadian National 1 time.  Breeder/Judge/ Active participant in all Performance activities.  Instrumental in the education of all members in the importance of mental and physical development and correct structure needed to perform the functions for which the German Shepherd Dog was bred.

Diane Mehra is co-chairman of the event.  Diane can be reached at 651-439-0215  (fax 651-439-8636) or email Diane at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Who should attend?

Anyone considering judging the German Shepherd Dog  (futurity requirement)

Although the seminar is limited to 40 participants for certification, there will be open seating for up to 50 other GSDCA members who do not want the certification but would like to learn more about the German Shepherd Dog. Bring your membership cards for admission please.

For more information, contact the Education Chair, Helen Gleason, at (727) 424-4202 or email Helen at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or Diane Mehra.

You may download the Judges' Seminar booklet here in PDF form.  If you are unable to open the booklet, please go to www.Adobe.com and click on the "Get Adobe Reader" button.