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Show Name: Northeastern Indiana Kennel Club Location: Fort Wayne, IN Show Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 Total Entry: 851 Best In Show Judge: Miss Virginia Lyne Dog Reg: GCh Baghdad Eleganza Extravaganza [Bitch] Breed: Saluki Handler: Emma Marshall Owner: L Ackerman Breeder: Baghdad Salukis Reserve Dog Reg: GCh Hampton Courts Monte Cristo [Dog] Reserve Breed: [...]
October 28th, 2015 | Posted in All Breed Show Results | Read More »

AKC Legislative Alert A new law was enacted yesterday by the New York Governor that permits dogs in outdoor areas of eating establishments in the state, as long as certain conditions are met. The AKC supported this measure, which allows responsible dog owners more opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities and socialization with their well-behaved pets. [...]
October 28th, 2015 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »

It isn’t unusual for America’s homeless population to share their lives with special pets, often reporting that their pets provide them with a sense of comfort, belonging and responsibility. Many put the health and welfare of their pets before themselves. This year, scheduled around Make a Difference Day, nine veterinary service teams in Alabama, California, [...]
October 28th, 2015 | Posted in Health & Training | Read More »

Nearly 1,100 of the world’s best canine athletes from eight different countries competed for five days straight in Murfreesboro, TN last week. Only six came home with the 2015 Grand Prix of Dog Agility® World Championship crown. The winners in the following jump heights are: 12 Inches - Daneen Fox with Masher, a Papillion from Acton, CA 14 Inches - Abbey [...]
October 28th, 2015 | Posted in The Buzz | Read More »

Nationwide, the first and largest provider of pet health insurance in the United States, introduces Whole Pet with Wellness, the most comprehensive pet insurance product offered in the U.S. The announcement was made today by Scott Liles, chief pet insurance officer for Nationwide. Whole Pet with Wellness from Nationwide is the only pet insurance product that offers [...]
October 27th, 2015 | Posted in The Buzz | Read More »

Tickets to the 2016 Crufts Dog Show are now available for purchase online here. The 2016 Crufts Dog Show will take place March 10-13, 2016 at The NEC in Birmingham. Children under 12 years old enter the dog show free of charge. The Group Schedule is as follows: Thursday, March 10th – Toy & Utility [...]
October 27th, 2015 | Posted in Featured,World News | Read More »

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards: Patti L. Strand (Conformation), John Cox (Companion Events) and John Russell (Performance). The Awards, first created and awarded in 1999, are presented in recognition of exceptional participation and achievement within the dog fancy. [...]
October 26th, 2015 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »

AKC Legislative Alert Michigan House Bill 4898, which seeks to limit the number of dogs that can be kept on a single premises and expands state authority to regulate “large scale dog breeding kennels”, has been approved by the House Appropriations Committee and could be scheduled for consideration by the full House of Representatives very soon. [...]
October 26th, 2015 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »

Show Name: Hawaiian Terrier Association Location: Honolulu, HI Show Date: Sunday, October 25, 2015 Terrier Judge’s Name: Mr. Robert Paust #1- Dog Reg: Ch. Lotrando Sunshine Celebration [Dog] Breed: West Highland White Terrier Handler: Vanessa Skou Owner: Greg Moniz & Vanessa Skou #2- Dog Reg: Bronwyn First Impression Di Dio [Dog] Breed: Norwich Terrier Handler: [...]
October 25th, 2015 | Posted in All Breed Show Results | Read More »

Show Name: Vancouver Kennel Club Location: Ridgefield, WA Show Date: Sunday, October 25, 2015 Total Entry: 1263 Best In Show Judge: Mr. Laurence Libeu Dog Reg: GCh Windy Hill God Of Fire RN JH CGC [Dog] Breed: Retriever (Flat-Coated) Handler: Tony Carter Owner: K & C Johnson & R & S Rickert Breeder: Dr. Robert [...]
October 25th, 2015 | Posted in All Breed Show Results | Read More »