The Finnish Lapphund Club of America (FLCA) provides educational material and seminars for prospective, provisional and approved AKC judges.   The FLCA has qualified breed mentors who can help prospective judges fulfill the AKC requirements for ringside mentoring.  Attending specified shows and the annual FLCA Specialty provides judges with the opportunity for ringside mentoring.  Information on the FLCA current and past specialties found by clicking on the Breed Events tab located on the left side of the page.

Candidates who are currently judging the Finnish Lapphund or those who are considering the addition of the breed are strongly encouraged to observe the breed during major entries at local shows and Specialties.  Observers should follow the rules for observations on the AKC website. All prospective judges are strongly encouraged to obtain “The Illustrated Standard" found on the Breed Standard page by clicking on the tab at the left.