The Origin Story

Welcome to the very first episode of Examined and Excused: The Dog Show Podcast! Join hosts Allison Alexander and Ian Lynch as they dive into how they got their start in the sport and how their careers evolved over the years. In this episode, Allison shares her personal journey and transition from handling to judging, while Ian keeps it real with some hilarious and highly embarrassing stories from his early days in the ring. Plus, they tackle a serious and growing challenge facing the sport today: the distinct lack of mentorship opportunities for newcomers and how it affects the future of dog shows.