Mark Cocozza

The AHA is saddened and shocked to hear of the sudden & untimely death of Mark Cocozza. Mark was a lifelong supporter and friend of this Association and was its Chairman for several years, and he continued to be a loyal friend thereafter. Mark lived his life to the full achieving success in many spheres.  He began his career in Afghans as a boy with his uncle’s hounds in Scotland. He never lost his love of the Afghan, and had a long and successful career making up champions across 6 breeds. His interest widened and he enjoyed great success in other breeds. His judging developed and he opinions were appreciated worldwide, in the UK giving CC’s in every group, and becoming qualified to judge 4 groups and BIS, as well as completing many prestigious international appointments. His enthusiasm for the dog world more recently saw him as  actively supporting and participating as a mentor to aspiring judges, and he was often seen at ringside sharing his knowledge and expertise. We are proud to have had a long association with Mark and will not forget his friendship and wisdom. Our condolences are extended to his family & all his many friends at this sad time.