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Pat Jenkins, a Cache County resident, judged the National Dog Show's working group last year.

With 53 years of experience, Jenkins values her role in the dog show community.

Jenkins will judge the National Championship in Orlando next month, promoting breed standards.

RICHMOND, Cache County — For many families, the National Dog Show is a Thanksgiving tradition — airing right after the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

But for one Cache County woman, the event is more than just a holiday spectacle.

Pat Jenkins knows what it's like to be in the spotlight, judging some of the best dogs in the country.

"If you love it, you just keep at it and just keep going," Jenkins said.

Jenkins has been showing Alaskan malamutes with the American Kenn

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