A Suit Swapor
Program F
Exchanging clothes helps young
handlers dress for success.
BY DAN SAYERS
J
The Durham
Kennel Club’s
annual Suit Swap
provides junior
handlers with
clothing that is
both fashionable
and functional.
unior handlers play a crucial role at American dog
shows. As the youngest members of any team, juniors
are expected to assist parents and professionals alike
throughout the day with a variety of chores that include helping with the setup, exercising dogs and getting each charge
ready for the ring at the appointed hour. These tasks require
a strong back and thick skin, and adding to that pressure,
young people who compete in Junior Showmanship are also
expected to look the part. Dressing for success is all but a
necessity for these youngsters (and it’s not easily achieve