Trofimov Dmitry Valerievich is RKF-FCI expert-cynologist, the owner of Evil Forkas German shepherd dog kennel.
— Good afternoon, Dmitry! Tell us please what are your impressions from this dog show?
– The organization process is really at high level. Usually there are always big rings in China Town mall, quite spacious here, and no one hinders anyone. Besides the main ring I want to pay your attention to separate areas where breeders can also train their dogs. All dogs are at high class and it’s very pleasant to watch them.
— Was difficult for you to choose an absolute leader?
– I can’t say that there were any difficulties. At least during this particular dog show. Usually, the winner is obvious from the very beginning, and there is absolutely no doubt by the end of the performance.
-Tell us a little about yourself, please. How long have you been judging?
– I have been judging for many years, I can’t even tell you with absolute precision figure. (laughing) I can only say that I have started doing this during the Soviet Union.
— That is, you have already been an experienced judge. It would be interesting to know if you have your own kennel?
– Yes, I personally am a breeder, I have been doing it all my life. My kennel of German shepherds Evil Forkas celebrates 30 years this year.
— German shepherds? Tell us, why did you choose this breed?
– German shepherds attract me with their versatility, easy handling. I mean, what you want to see in your dog, you’re going to make out of it. I have kept shepherd dogs since childhood and have a great experience with them. Absolute universal soldier!
— We are specialized in Siberian Husky. You have a great experience in judging, so could you say a few words about the average number of participants-representatives of the breed?
– Yes, currently the number of Husky at various exhibitions and Championships is increasing because of the growing popularity and demand for the breed. But, unfortunately, the quality of husky is falling.
— What do you mean falling? Can we say that dogs of this breed got some specific traits?
– Here is just a question of widespread husky today. Things with Husky are quite hard now. I mean the breed is very popular. And the trend is that if any breed becomes popular its quality is being averaged, falls. The problem of just the anatomical deficiencies is very common among Husky, although there are truly worthy representatives.
— What signs do you think are the main during the judging dog breed Siberian Husky?
– Husky must move correctly in the ring, must be healthy and have strong joints. Strength, endurance – all that would allow them to show their best qualities. During judging any breed I always look at the anatomy — it should correspond the dog’s field of activity. There are people who distinguish two types of Husky: exhibition and working. I strongly disagree with this division, because I believe these two criteria should complement each other.