Mike Ferguson

Mike Ferguson's experience in conformation began as a child showing his family's Cocker Spaniels. He apprenticed under well-respected all-breed handlers. Mike has extensive experience in conformation handling a wide variety of breeds including Border Collies, Cocker Spaniels, Weimeraners, German Shepherds, Labradors, Boxers, Dalmatians, Pugs, and Terriers. His introduction to dog obedience training began with the purchase of the prize winning Cocker Spaniel, Ace, from his future wife, Nancy (They actually met at a kennel!).

Nancy Robinett

Nancy Robinett, the founder of Anelanai, became involved in obedience in 1967. She was a very shy but determined eleven year old who owned a very aggressive Cocker Spaniel named Topper. At the age of twelve, Nancy became the youngest person to win an all-breed High In Trial with that same Cocker. Since that auspicious day, she apprenticed under top all-breed handlers and many leading dog trainers. Nancy trained top obedience and conformation dogs in breeds as varied as Papillions to Akitas. Nancy passed away in late 2013, but her expertise, dedication and passion continue to factor into the exceptional training and service Anelanai continues today.