Show Dog Judges Profiles

MAHONEY

, Mr Donald James New South Wales,

AUSTRALIA

  • KENNEL:

    Mondalise (and Dubliner)
  • ANKC:

    Toy, Terrier, Gundog, Hound, Working

Began judging in Queensland in 1978 and now holds his license for Gundogs, Hounds, Terriers & Toys at championship level. During his judging career he has judged in all mainland States of Australia & New Zealand which include many Specialist shows. Began his involvement with Irish Setters some 32 years ago and has bred 10 Australian champions. He has successfully shown Standard Smooth Dachshunds from 1976 to 1982. Introduced Saluki's to his kennel in 1978 with his first litter producing five champions. In 1989 he became involved with Papillons and bred four champions before teaming up with Sharon MacFarlane of the Mondelise Kennels in 1995. Together they have bred 18 champions with as many as 50 champions in four countries plus two Labrador champions. Has been very successful as a dog club administrator holding down positions of President & Secretary for some of the major clubs in Australia.