About Janice Hayes
—and I’ve spent my life in the ring, helping dogs look their best and helping handlers feel like they belong. I started showing dogs when I was just 9 years old. While other kids played sports, I was in the ring learning how to stack, move, and handle like the professionals I admired.
Decades later, I’ve competed at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show nearly 30 times and had the incredible honor of standing in the Best in Show ring three times—bringing home the big ribbon in 2023 with a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen named Buddy Holly. But more than the ribbons and wins, what I’m most proud of is helping other handlers learn the skills that took me years to master.
People ask me all the time: “How do you make it look so easy?” And the truth is, it’s not always easy. It’s practice, intention, and a whole lot of patience. I created these Handling Courses because I wanted to offer the kind of guidance I wish I had when I was learning—practical, approachable, and rooted in experience.
Whether you’re just stepping into your first show or aiming for Westminster, I’m here to help you:
My teaching style is straightforward and supportive. I believe in quiet hands, kind training, and always putting the dog’s experience first.
Through my online courses and monthly membership, I share everything I’ve learned from a lifetime in the sport:
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, handle your own dog more confidently, or simply fall in love with the sport all over again—I’m here to help. Because every handler deserves to feel like they belong in the ring.
Thanks for stopping by. I can’t wait to see you and your dog shine.
– Janice
Your Foundation for Ring Success
A 5-part course with 20+ videos covering everything from leash work and stacking to ring etiquette and show-day prep. Learn the skills every great handler needs.
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