In his teens he worked for legends Ben Brown and, later, Larry Downey. In his 20s he set out on a successful professional handling career, and before it was over, he would handle some of the top-winning dogs of their time for some wonderful clients, finishing and specialing dogs in every Group.

Mr. Coady retired from handling in 1999 to focus on his business interests, including boarding kennels, veterinary clinics and pet supply businesses in the Phoenix area. He and his son, Ryan, also own nine Five Guys Burgers & Fries franchises in Oregon. He has been judging since 2001 and is presently approved to judge breeds in every Group, as well as the Sporting, Working and Terrier Groups, and Best in Show.