Heidi Kärkkäinen

Finland

My name is Heidi Kärkkäinen and became judge in summer of 2023. My owne breeds are Tibetan Terrier and Little Lion Dog, I also co-own a Whippet with my mother. I have inherited my interest in dogs from my mother an d I have been at dog shows since I was baby. I started competing in Junior Handler in 1990s and since the I have been showing dogs and nowadays also judging dogs. By profession I am a Dental Technician in insurance branch. I do some grooming in the evenings and I am studying dog massaging and of course new breeds for judging. I also like to spend time with my family and friends and like travelling both in Finland and abroad. I try find time for culture and exercise but I must admit that doggy hobby has hooked me.