Nominations for the AKC Board class of 2021 have now closed. The final slate of nine candidates for the four Board positions to be filled in March, 2017 are listed below. NOMINATING COMMITTEE CANDIDATES Rita Biddle, Ingham County KC Dominic Carota, Pharaoh Hound Club of American Dr. Gregory Paveza , Elm City KC Harvey Wooding, Westminster [...]
Let’s all send positive thoughts to Ron and Debbie Scott. For those who don’t know, Ron suffered a subdural hematoma and is recovering at home post-surgery. He has another surgery ahead of him in a few weeks, so everyones’s thoughts and good wishes are appreciated. You can reach out to Ron and Debbie via Facebook if you do not have their email address. Gerry Meisels has also been hospitalized for several weeks, but I hear he is finally on the mend! I am certain he would love to hear from his friends in the dog show community.
The Kennel Club, working in association with the University of Copenhagen and the Danish Kennel Club, has approved a new health testing programme for myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, which will help to dramatically improve heart health in the breed. The decision follows a 2016 scientific paper that was [...]
The Eastern Dog Club invites everyone to a Holiday Celebration at the Carriage House. The celebration is on Saturday, December 10th and includes dinner, a silent auction, raffle and Christmas Carolers. The party is on the Eastern States Exposition Grounds following Best in Show judging at the Eastern Dog Club. Tickets are $35 per person [...]
Show Name: Kennel Club of Salinas Location: Napa, CA Show Date: Monday, November 14, 2016 Total Entry: 761 Best In Show Judge: Mrs. Inge Semenschin Dog Reg: GCh Aviators Ladys Man De Remis [Dog] Breed: Portuguese Water Dog Handler: Bill McFadden Owner: R Smith-Lewis & J Conger Breeder: Mike & Cathy Dugan Reserve Dog Reg: [...]
Show Name: Colorado Springs Kennel Club Location: Pueblo, CO Show Date: Monday, November 14, 2016 Total Entry: 759 Best In Show Judge: Mrs. Wendy Maisey Dog Reg: GCh Oceano Darbydales Xecutive Decision [Dog] Breed: Newfoundland Handler: Kim Griffith Owner: K Wortham, C Bergmann & M Price Breeder: Monica Perusquia & Gigi Griffith Reserve Dog Reg: [...]
Show Name: Canada Del Oro Kennel Club Location: Tucson, AZ Show Date: Monday, November 14, 2016 Total Entry: 675 Best In Show Judge: Mr. Randy Garren Dog Reg: GCh Danfour Avalon As If [Bitch] Breed: Miniature Poodle Handler: Daniel Chavez Owner: D Chavez, J & J Moses & B Cordova Breeder: Daniel Chavez & Brian [...]
Mrs J Blandford has withdrawn due to health issues and will be replaced by Mr K S Wilberg. For more information on the judges for each breed, please click here.
On Monday, November 14, the New Jersey Senate is scheduled to vote on a bill that would impact those who are charged with cruelty violations and whose animals are seized. AKC urges New Jersey residents to call their State Senator and express concerns with Senate Bill 2454. Visit the AKC Legislative Action Center and type your address [...]
Reminder! Entries close for the prestigious 16th AKC National Championship Dog Show Presented by Royal Canin on Wednesday, November 16th 2016 at 3:00 PM CST. The superintendent is Onofrio Dog Shows. The AKC National Championship is on Saturday and Sunday, December 17th and 18th at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando Florida. All Sporting, [...]
