Jamison St.Clair and AABDS Overview
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What positions does Jamison St.Clair currently hold?

  • President of the USA Kennel Club
  • CEO of the American Accredited Breed Dog Show (correct)
  • Director of the Metropolitan Feline Club
  • Chairman of the Feline Fancier’s Association

    • For how many years has the American Accredited Breed Dog Show been in operation?

  • 36 years (correct)
  • 28 years
  • 32 years
  • 40 years

    • What was the original name of the American Accredited Breed Dog Show?

  • Mayflower Kennel Dog Show (correct)
  • Philadelphia Canine Championship
  • Metropolitan Dog Show
  • Designer Breed Spectacle

    • What type of breeds has St.Clair primarily supported during his tenure?

    <p>Pure breeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did companies seek from Jamison St.Clair?

    <p>Approval to showcase products at his shows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the popularity of designer breeds affect the dog show world?

    <p>It diminished interest in pure breeds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What personal experience did St.Clair have with competition in dog shows?

    <p>He was a successful competitor with a dog named Casey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did St.Clair describe about his dog, Casey?

    <p>He was known for his beautiful gait.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company became the official pet products sponsor for the AABDS after banning Petzicon?

    <p>KodaCo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the annual sponsorship amount that KodaCo committed to for six years?

    <p>$3.2 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key legal issue has been pushed for legislation by the USA Kennel Club and Feline Fancier’s Association?

    <p>Protection of pet owners suing for sentimental value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the MacArthur v. Crane case regarding the plaintiff's argument?

    <p>The court ruled that loss of companionship is not a compelling argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason the United Veterinary Medical Association opposed the lawsuits?

    <p>The high rate of malpractice insurance costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much monetary prize did Carmen Capella win for the Best in Show Award with their dog?

    <p>$100,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author express about their view on using Petzicon products?

    <p>They strongly advise against using Petzicon products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which case involved a family pet that was wrongly euthanized by an animal shelter?

    <p>Melvin v. Dallas Animal Shelter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of dog was Casey's competitor that won Best in Show?

    <p>Norwich Terrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What profession did the narrator work in before joining Petzicon?

    <p>Chemical Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What educational qualification did the narrator pursue while working?

    <p>M.B.A.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the unique feature of the waterless shampoo developed by the narrator?

    <p>It required no rinsing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific material was required to use with the waterless shampoo?

    <p>Special chamois</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge did the narrator face with the new waterless shampoo?

    <p>Skin irritation in dogs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were there concerns about the Mayflower show during the early 2000s?

    <p>Rumors of bankruptcy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted the narrator to become involved with the Mayflower show?

    <p>Owners seeking new management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for changing the name of the dog show from Mayflower Dog Show?

    <p>Gerry had legal control over the original name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major change did the organizer implement after the first year of the show?

    <p>Introduced yearlong competitions in major cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial impact did winning a championship dog have for its owner?

    <p>It guaranteed a six-figure income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one reason for the conflict between the organizer and W. Pat O’Connell at Petzicon?

    <p>Quality issues with shampoo products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the organizer decide to not allow Petzicon products at their competitions?

    <p>Product quality had been suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of losing Petzicon as a sponsor?

    <p>Some dog owners hesitated to change sponsors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the organizer's experience with Petzicon?

    <p>They signed a confidentiality agreement upon leaving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge does the organizer see within the dog show world?

    <p>Resistance to change among participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Jamison St.Clair's Background

    • Jamison St.Clair is the President and CEO of the American Accredited Breed Dog Show (AABDS)
    • He has been in this position for nine years
    • St.Clair oversees the annual competition held in Metropolitan and affiliated dog shows throughout the year
    • He is well-respected in the dog show community
    • He is accredited with the USA Kennel Club and the Metropolitan Feline Club
    • He is an expert on the monetary valuation of dog and cat breeds
    • He has testified as an expert in over 10 civil trials in nine different states

    History of the AABDS

    • The AABDS was founded as the Mayflower Kennel Dog Show in Philadelphia in the early 1970s
    • The previous CEO, Gerry Fleck, ran the show but lacked vision
    • The show gained popularity as designer dog breeds became popular
    • St.Clair competed in the Mayflower Dog Show in the late 1980s and early 1990s with his Pointer, Casey

    St.Clair's Career Before the AABDS

    • St.Clair was a chemical engineer
    • He graduated from Metropolitan University in 1982
    • His first job was with a pharmaceutical company called MPharm
    • He later earned an MBA from Metropolitan University
    • St.Clair worked for Petzicon, a leading manufacturer of pet-related products
    • He developed a waterless shampoo for dogs
    • The shampoo did not perform well in testing due to issues with the chamois

    Transition to AABDS

    • In the early 2000s, St.Clair was approached by owners of dogs who competed in the Mayflower Dog Show to take control of the show as rumors of the show's financial struggles circulated
    • St. Clair was initially to buy the show but later discovered the show was in financial trouble and Gerry Fleck was being forced out.

    Changes to the AABDS Under St.Clair

    • St.Clair changed the name of the show to the American Accredited Breed Dog Show (AABDS).
    • St.Clair relocated the annual competition from Philadelphia to Metropolitan.
    • St.Clair introduced year-round competitions in major cities leading up to the AABDS.
    • St.Clair's changes have made the AABDS a more lucrative endeavor for dog owners.
    • St.Clair's success in the AABDS stemmed from his expertise in marketing, product development, and business leadership gained at Petzicon.

    St.Clair's Relationship With Petzicon

    • St.Clair had issues with the CEO of Petzicon, W.Pat O'Connell, over the waterless shampoo product failure.
    • There were rumors of misappropriated funds at Petzicon.
    • St.Clair left Petzicon and later banned Petzicon products from the AABDS.
    • St.Clair claims he left Petzicon due to declining product quality but is unable to comment further due to a confidentiality agreement.

    Conflict Between St.Clair and AABDS Owners

    • Some owners were upset St.Clair was still working for a pet company while in charge of the AABDS.

    Sponsorship Deal With KodaCo

    • St.Clair worked out contracts with other companies to replace Petzicon.
    • St.Clair signed a deal with Petzicon's competitor, KodaCo, to be the official pet products sponsor of the AABDS.
    • KodaCo became the title sponsor of the competition series at $3.2 million per year.
    • KodaCo will use the AABDS label on their products.

    St.Clair's Work in Pet Law

    • St.Clair has been working with the USA Kennel Club and the Feline Fancier’s Association to push for legislation to protect pet owners who have sued for damages due to negligent veterinary or shelter care.
    • He emphasizes the sentimental and competitive value of pets.
    • He testified as an expert in the MacArthur v. Crane and Melvin v. Dallas Animal Shelter cases.
    • He is barred from discussing the Melvin case due to a gag order.

    St.Clair's Opinion on Petzicon Products

    • St.Clair is aware of Carmen Capella's allegations about the Petzicon product used on Sally.
    • St.Clair explicitly states he would never use the product on his own dogs and believes the product is unsafe.

    Sally's Value

    • St.Clair is asked to determine the value Sally, Carmen Capella's West Highland Terrier, would have brought to Carmen Capella.
    • Sally won the 2023 Best in Show award at the AABDS and was awarded $100,000.

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