Nice to hear that the majority seem to be positive. You know, among Labrador people in Europe it's considered a great honor to do well under Per Iversen.
That's why at least I go ballistic when I read those pre show comments about a judge completely unknown to you. Just because PI has bred whippets (among many other breeds)he's considered by some as totally unworthy of judging the great Potomac. Oh, the ignorance! Obviously, some of us in this part of the world know better. So my advice for the future is: Please keep silent about the judges until the show is over and done with!
And Michael, it's no secret that PI is a darling. I bet he found you a real

Looking at his winners and reserve they were very consistant. He did a very nice job and was so pleasant to all the exhibitors. He certainly seems to know a good Labrador. I would show to him again.

Even though I wasn't at Potomac this year I've shown under Per in Iceland and I think he's a very nice judge!!!

I would have to say, that bitch lineup for winners was one of the strongest and most consistent I have ever seen at that show or any other. I would gladly show to him again and again.

Due to financial restraints I was unable to attend Potomac this year but I have met & judged with Per Iverson a few years back at the Netherlands Labrador Retriever National Specialty, along with Jill Ickowski as well. Per did the ticket (WB) bitch & I did the ticket (WD) dog & the between Per & myself, we discussed & decided which would be Best of Breed. Per is professional, knowledgeable, and according to all the exhibitors there very pleasant to show to and very kind & patient with the puppies. Per's reputation across Europe & especially in the U.K. is excellent. I am pleased that he was invited to judge at the Potomac and sorry that I was not able to be there. As with all judges, we are acutely aware that our choices in placements & wins may meet with approval by some & with disapproval by others. After all, as an AKC licensed judge myself, it is just my opinion when I am asked to judge, and I am honored that exhibitors will come to show to me. Because after all, judges & exhibitors alike do these dog shows, especially Labrador specialties, simply for the pure love of our Labs & for the joy of friendships with people who come to these shows, especially from around the world. Bravo to Per for a job well done!
Pauline