I think they need to add a rule!! Every Hunter that enters in a 2or 3 day hunt should have to judge at least one 2or 3 day hunt within a 2 year period!!
I think it would open up some eyes as to what these judges have to deal with not just sorting through the crap dogs that do get brought, but the bs they have to listen to from hunters. I feel like a lot of hunters would gain a deeper appreciation for the men and women that judge a lot but it would also open their eyes to what goes on on the other side of the score sheet. With the computers you can track any miscues or potential questionable calls.
I agree about the judges. I would like to add one in regard to the numbering of hounds. DO NOT PUT A BLACK NUMBER ON A RED DOG!!!! It is very difficult to see that number when the dog gets wet. If you can't read the number the scoring of that crossing is stopped.
I like the idea of the blankets, but people swapped dogs while using paint. That would just make it that much easier. The attempts to stop it would take too much time and efforts by all involved.