Help The Judge See The Dog: Conformation Handling Classes Â
Plus Private Owner-Handler Coaching.
Class Details
ADOG, a service of the Atlanta Kennel Club
3929 Green Industrial Way Chamblee, GA. Â
Convenient Atlanta location just inside Atlanta's perimeter highway, I-285,
with convenient access from I-285, I-85, GA-400 and I-20.
Classes and private coaching are offered on the second Thursday of every month, January through November 2027.
Monthly Drop-In Handling Class
1:00–2:00 PM
Bring your dog, your lead and your questions.
We'll work on the skills that can improve your show-ring presentation:
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Gaiting your dog at the speed that shows them best
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Stacking and positioning
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Smooth, effective lead handling
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Showing the bite confidently
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Ring patterns and transitions
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Paying attention to—and responding to—the judge
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Presenting your dog's virtues
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Building show-ring confidence and ring presence
This isn't simply practice going around in circles.  It's ring-craft training for owner-handlers—learning to make smart handling decisions based on the dog at the other end of your lead.
Have more than one dog to work?  Bring them! There's no additional charge for additional dogs.Â
Want a Judge's Eyes on YOUR Dog?
Private Conformation Coaching -Â 30 minutes
10:00 AM • 10:45 AM • 11:30AM • 2:15 PM
• 3:00 PM • 3:45 PM • 4:30 PM
Sometimes you don't need another general handling class.
You need someone watching you and your dog and spotting the little things you can't see from your end of the lead.
In a private session, we'll focus specifically on your team—your dog's movement, your handling, your presentation and the things that could be keeping the judge from seeing your dog at their best.
We can work on gaiting speed, stacking, lead handling, bite presentation, ring strategy, judge awareness, confidence and those tiny adjustments that can change the entire picture.
Bring more than one dog at no additional charge.
And there's another bonus:
Book a Private Session and That Day's Handling Class Is FREE.
Want More Than One Tune-Up?  Book a 3-session private coaching package.
Show Better. Handle Smarter. Help the Judge See the Dog.
Reserve your spot in class or book your private coaching session today.
Handling Class: $20 drop-in
7 Classes: $120
Private Coaching: $150 per 30 minutes + FREE class that day
3 Private Sessions: $400 + FREE class on each coaching day
Multiple dogs: No additional chargeÂ
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Your Coach – Sandy Weaver
As an AKC conformation judge, long-time competitor, and seasoned handler coach, I know exactly what makes a dog and handler stand out. But my real superpower?Â
I see the tiny adjustments in:
- Timing
- Posture
- Expression
- Movement
- Ring awareness
That turn a “nice dog” into a winning dog.
With decades of experience and a deep understanding of the neuroscience of confidence, I help you overcome self-doubt, show up with poise, and develop the skills that win.
Do You Want To Take A Class From A Highly Successful Professional Handler?
CJ Favre is a professional handler, leader in the realms of the AKC Registered Handlers Association and the Professional Handlers Association. He built a very successful professional handling, grooming, and conditioning career.Â
Even after retiring from life on the road, he's stayed active in dog sports, conducting Junior Showmanship and adult handling clinics, mentoring aspiring young handlers, and plying his excellent grooming skills for long-time clients and friends.
If you are interested in learning from professional handler C.J. Favre, schedule a class or coaching session today!
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Private Coaching:
$150 per 30 minutesÂ
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“Thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. The presentation was informative and the storytelling was spot-on.”
- Cindy Jo Proctor
"As I am showing, so many of Sandy’s teachings pop in my head of what to do and not to do. Her classes have made me more comfortable and a better owner handler.”
- Jen Baker
"You are a wonderful instructor !!!!!! Thank you! Your knowledge and encouragement is invaluable."
- Sharon Aenchbacher
âś… Not Ready Yet?
Start Here!
Download the Ring-Ready Checklist
…and see exactly what most owner-handlers miss before they even step in the ring.
You don’t need more effort.
You need:
Better insight
Better strategy
Better execution
 That's what creates winners.
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I also teach a handling class two Wednesdays a month from 2:30 - 3:30 PM unless I'm off on a judging assignment,
at Alchemy Dog Training, 545 Glover Street Marietta GA.Â
If you are interested in that option, please email me and I will give you all the details.
PLEASE NOTE - per current AKC rules, people who receive conformation handling instruction from a judge cannot show to that judge for 6 months. If this is important to you, click here and enter 94535 in the "Judge number" field to be taken to a list of breeds I'm currently approved to judge.Â
If you are not in the Atlanta metro area, and can't travel there either, get your coaching virtually.
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