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Will Judy
Dog Fancier Will Judy was born in rural Somerset County in 1891. Beginning a life-long attachment to Juniata College, he earned his bachelor's degree there in 1911. Following heroic service in World War I, Captain Will Judy returned to the States and took up the practice of law.
He became a book publisher in 1921 and a magazine publisher in 1923 when he bought Dog World. He continued his highly-esteemed involvement with the world of show dogs and obedience training for the rest of his life, retiring in 1960.
Will Judy died in Chicago in 1973. At Judy's passing, Juniata College said it "lost a most faithful and generous friend." Dog World magazine called him "an icon in the sport" of dog shows. Many dog breeders speak proudly to this day of winning the Will Judy Award, the distinction given to dogs who earn at least 195 out of 200 points at three high level obedience competitions during a single season.
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 | Last Updated: Sunday, September 14, 2008
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