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Mrs. Faye Strauss [6544] Kent, WA
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 with an average rating of: 2.3 
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DateRtgDisplay NameBreed(s)
Feb 18, 20241AnonymousWorking
Absolute garbage. Picked an oversized dog with the proportions of a damn giraffe and terrible close movement front and rear, as well as overreaching on the side gait and insufficient reach and drive. Dog had a famous handler though so I guess that’s all that matters. Completely snubbed a lovely dog with correct proportions, balanced side gait, and beautiful clean-moving front and rear because the breeder-handler was not particularly well known. Can’t believe she’s the judges education chair for the Doberman Pinscher Club of America. Disgrace to her profession. DO NOT SHOW
Jun 15, 2021anonymousBrittany
Picked dog with out substance; the dogs were small. Looks up the lead and not at the dog... pick a pro that she had to help stack, several times. On my DNS list
Dec 8, 2019SettersExpert!
Dumped better moving, brick on brick headed dog,because she "wasn't sure about his head." Gah. If you don't know the standard, don't judge the breed. Mediocre judges put up mediocre dogs.
Aug 4, 20194RedOzdachsDachshunds
She was very kind and patient to my puppy and took her time and remained very positive. Not all selections understandable from ring side. But I will happily show to her again
Jul 22, 20165DSBgirlKeeshond
Not only pleasant to show to but knows our standard. Consistent in type. She put up three dogs that were all related to each other for BOB/BOW/BOS to include BOW/BOS being litter sisters. Would not consider her facy in our breed.
May 21, 2016DEBBIE CURTISGreat Danes
Wow what a pleasure to show to this judge. I watched her judge all days of a 4 day cluster and not once did this gal ever let down her smile. You can truly tell she enjoyed every minute of her judging,She gave all the dogs equall, gentle and fair consideration and put all handlers at ease. A first class act. Oh by the way she didn't put my dog up and I will show to her anytime
May 1, 20161Bob Isaacks
See all the 1's ?? Not a clue !
Mar 5, 20141AnonomousDachshundsExpert!
Well the 1st time I showed to here she seemed very grouchy like she hated being there and did ok, not great with picks. Now the 2nd time I have shown to here she seemed extremely ditsy, placing dogs in line where she was going to stand to watch the dog on the table. She tripped over a couple of dogs. moved dogs to have them set up where they were behind poles and the table. Had one handler set her dog up backwards (judge was very confusing). Her picks exactly the opposite of what they should be in every class. Skipped over a very nice mini special and the talk around the ring is because it was being shown by a young (9 yr old) kid. Only 1 handler in the ring with a class animal and not a very nice one but gave it the major. Won't waste my money again!
Jul 19, 20131anonymousworking
not worth the money! Did a HORRIBLE job in many working breeds in MN. STAY home-save your money!
Mar 7, 20121SapphiresPortuguese Water DogsExpert!
She does not know this breed or many others. Save your money as she is clueless and has to rely on familiar faces. We need to make a statement to the kennel clubs and not enter under these bad judges. Maybe they will quit hiring them.
Feb 20, 20122Adrienne FreyerSiberiansExpert!
In Denver, pulled 3 dogs out for a go around. Moved dogs but kept the red dog in front. Pointed to the front & said Best of Breed, etc... Red dog & handler go to BOB & the gal behind with the grey dog, who flew out to the Denver shows,says, "Oh no I think I was Best of Breed" Faye says, "Let's see you arm bands. Oh, Your my Best of Breed" to the gal with the grey dog. Turns out, gal with the grey dog is also a Mt Rainer Working Group member which Faye is the President of. POLITICAL? HECK YEAH! Save your $$$$!!!
Nov 28, 20104Blair BarrettBoston Terrier
Provisional for Bostons. Gave each dog a fair look and did what she wanted. Prefers small pretty females and smaller males with good bone. Doesn't care for the lighter brindles.
Feb 10, 20091AnonymousWorking dogs
NOT a clue what breed type is in the various breeds I watched her judge! Puts up her friends period. She is definitely on my DNS list.
Sep 3, 2007Terry RothellJunior HandlingExpert!
She was hired quite often in this area WA/OR to judge Junior Showmanship and always felt she was very pleasant and did a conscientious job and obviously really enjoyed her assignments and took them very seriously.
Jul 10, 20071anonymous
Judged our breed and had NOT a clue about movement. Puts up her Dobe buddies.
Jun 4, 20071Owner HandlerWorking dog
hire a handler!

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