The NextGen series – Michael interviews young people who are leading the way for the next generation of exhibitors, breeders and judges in the sport of purebred dogs. They talk about how they were introduced to the sport, their favorite breed, their success stories and more.
The Canine Chronicle has yet another great photo to share this week for #ThrowbackThursday. Can you guess the respected judge pictured showing an Old English Sheepdog in this week’s Throwback? Guess Who? Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Cheslie at cheslie@caninechronicle with your photos.
The following quote is attributed to Amber McCoig, D.V.M., M.P.H., deputy director of the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) Division of Compliance: “Although this pet food recall is still unfolding, we are sharing the facts we have so far because the levels of aflatoxin found in the recalled pet food are potentially fatal. We are [...]
Watch for more of Sarah Montague’s interviews and articles in the series, Good Dog (People) in the coming months. In the second of this series, she spoke with some movers and shakers about initiatives they’ve taken to be sure the sport stays strong, and why the fancy is bred to withstand the worst.
Dogs were inseparable from the entertainment business long before Hollywood started cranking out screen idols like Lassie and Strongheart.
Green is a former handler and current AKC judge based in Pinehurst, North Carolina, which her mother called “God’s country,” and she describes as “a little bit of New England nestled into the sand hills.” Like many I’ve spoken with, dogs are bred in the bone—she’s the daughter of two judges, started with Pointers and Boxers as a junior, but says she pretty much likes all breeds, whether she’s handling or judging. The current canine household is certainly a mixed bag—a German Shepherd, a whippet, and a toy Manchester Terrier.
Dachshund Club of America Friday, December 11, 2020 Orlando, FL Judge Mrs. Janet Schwalbe Best in Specialty Show: GCHP Leoralees Let’s Boogie with Barstool MW Handler: Marietta Singleton Owner: Michael Tipple, Robbie Addison & Marietta Singleton
Thank you to Aly Bell for sharing of 5 week old Pomeranian puppy that was a bottle baby. Her best Christmas present was this puppy who had a rough start being big enough to fit in this Christmas mug! If you have a photo or video you would like to share for Canine Chronicle’s photo [...]
Following new DOT rules, Alaska updates its policy on service animals onboard Following recent changes to U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) rules, Alaska Airlines will no longer accept emotional support animals on its flights. Effective Jan. 11, 2021, Alaska will only transport service dogs, which are specially trained to perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual [...]
Speaking as someone who has endured the AKC club approval process, I can assure you that it’s a joyride…Not! Obviously, AKC’s first consideration from a survival standpoint is legality, and luckily this sport never lacks legal expertise. That said, most clubs use AKC’s preformatted template for their constitution and bylaws, which streamlines the process and ensures that all new clubs hew a close line.
