Michael A. Calhoun

Mike Calhoun has been a member of the Canadian Kennel Club since 1975 and was the owner of Zoon-Monere Training School for 15 years. Following an illness, he closed the school and now trains only with obedience clubs in his area. While training Dobermans, Bouvier des Flandres and German Shepherd Dogs in obedience, tracking & schutzhund, Mike also found time to offer classes in Quebec, Ontario, New York and Vermont.

 Mike Calhoun has been judging for 16 years, the Sport of Obedience taking him across Canada, parts of the United States and into Bermuda. During this time, he has met - Great Clubs, People and Dogs.

 Mike has the utmost respect for Juniors and Seniors in his ring, doing his best to help people relax so they may give their best routine on the day.

 When asked "Why did you decide to become an Obedience Judge?"           His response - "Back then, there were just two obedience judges in Quebec, I decided after stewarding and judging matches for 10 years, it was time to become more involved in the Sport."

 "Do you like the changes seen in the Sport?"

"Yes, clubs are improving in their Trials Presentations each year, most now have fully matted rings…….almost standard in Canada and United States for the indoor trials."

 "What of the new classes now offered?"

"Handlers' now have many more titles that may be earned, a win/win situation for all. This should help in keeping the exhibitor interested in Obedience."