By Amy Fernandez Dogs certainly have a prominent place in the Guinness Book of World Records, biggest dog, smallest dog, oldest dog, smartest dog. In addition to the expected thrills, there is plenty of more offbeat records such as longest dog tongue (7.31 inches), most tennis balls held in mouth (five), highest jump (75.5 in), [...]
There’s a simple truth about the participants in any competition, including dog shows. That truism is the competitors entered the contest with the intention of winning it. I don’t think anyone joins the field of play with the sole goal of enjoying the experience. They entered because they believed they were good enough to win the event–and that is their goal.
And just like that, we start over again! I hope everyone achieved their 2025 goals, and most importantly, that every one of you enjoyed the journey! As we embark upon the 2026 show year and you establish your goals and the path to achieve those goals, please remember that being part of our sport is [...]
CC family & friends—send us your holiday photos and help us spread the Christmas spirit on Facebook Wishing everyone a safe, Merry Christmas, a joyful holiday season, and Happy Hanukkah. May your days be bright, your travels be safe, and your homes be filled with wagging tails, happy hearts, and plenty of holiday cheer. Submit [...]
We are sharing AKC Board Delegate Pat Cruz’s entire speech to the Delegate Body in Orlando. Read Pat’s thoughts on AKC moving forward below: Good morning Delegates – for those of you who don’t know me, allow me to introduce myself. I am Pat Cruz, Delegate for 20 years for Heart of the Plains KC in [...]
Purina – a global leader in pet care – announced it has awarded research grants to three distinguished scientific teams from the United States and Hungary as part of its biennial Purina Sponsorship for Human-Animal Bond Studies program. Each project will receive up to $40,000 to advance understanding of the bond between pets and people, [...]
To see today’s Christmas cards, head over to https://www.facebook.com/thecaninechronicle/ We’re loving the digital Christmas cards we’ve received so far! Keep them coming for our Canine Chronicle Christmas Card Challenge. Submit Your Christmas Card via Facebook Message https://www.facebook.com/thecaninechronicle/ Not all entries will be posted — only the holiday show-stoppers! #CanineChronicle #CanineChronicleChristmas #ChristmasCardChallenge #ShowDogChristmas #TopDogHoliday
GCHS Excelsia’s Outside Of Tiffany’s Box An early start as a special resulted in remarkable success: Ten Best In Shows Multiple Reserve Best in Shows Multiple Specialty Best In Shows Click here to read the complete article 10 – The Annual, 2025-26 Click here to read the complete article 10 – The Annual, 2025-26
Show: South Jersey Kennel Club NOHS Location: Oaks, PA Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 Judge: Mrs. Jo Ann Pavey Dog: GCHP Shepherds’ Mission & Chrysalis Raise Your Glass Breed: Smooth Collie Handler: Tammie Jacobs Owner: G & T Jacobs Breeder: D Waelde
We’re officially throwing down the gauntlet… can anyone top THIS digital Christmas card?! To see the digital card visit: https://www.facebook.com/thecaninechronicle/ Now THAT is how you do a holiday card. Many of you know Carolyn Koch as the owner and breeder of numerous top-winning Pugs — but did you know she’s also a powerhouse in the Saddlebred [...]
