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The William Secord Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of the canine works of art from the estate of Mr. and Mrs. William L. Kendrick. Over twenty-five works will be exhibited, including historic paintings by Alfred de Dreux (French, 1810-1860), George Earl (English, 1824-1908), Maud Earl (English, 1864-1943), Marmaduke William Flower (English, 1849-1910), Frederick [...]
September 7th, 2017 | Posted in Featured,The Buzz | Read More »

We have yet another fun photo to share on this Thursday. Can you guess the handler and Pug specialist pictured in this week’s Throwback? Thanks to Pam Campbell for sharing this photo with us! Check back on Monday for the correct answer to this week’s Throwback! The correct answer to this week’s Throwback is Linda [...]
September 7th, 2017 | Posted in Featured,The Buzz | Read More »

Show Name: Mississippi Gulf Coast Toy Breed Club Location: Biloxi, MS Show Date: Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Toy Judge’s Name: Mr. Bradley Jenkins Total Entry: 99 #1- Dog Reg: GCHS Tamarin Tailback [Dog] Breed: Affenpinscher Handler: Alfonso Escobedo Owner: D & C Girouard Breeder: Tamarin Knl. #2- Dog Reg: Tyavas Sugarfoots Strike Force [Dog] Breed: [...]
September 6th, 2017 | Posted in Specialty & Group Show Results | Read More »

With the devastating destruction of Hurricane Harvey fresh in their minds, Floridians and others along the eastern seaboard are already battening down the hatches in preparation for what could be a historic weather event. Hurricane Irma is expected to make landfall sometime in the next few days and bring with it potentially devastating rains, winds, [...]
September 6th, 2017 | Posted in Featured,The Buzz | Read More »

Veterinary experts available to speak about storm’s impact on pets, livestock and wildlife With Hurricane Irma bearing down on Florida, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has developed a Pet Evacuation Kit to help those in the storm’s path safely account for their pets as they prepare to leave the area. AVMA’s Pet Evacuation Kit [...]
September 6th, 2017 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »

Berger Picard National Specialty Monday, September 4, 2017 Raleigh, NC Judge Mr. Harry (Butch) Schulman Best in Specialty Show: GCHS Double D’s Hidden Assets at Pur-Plesur CM Handler: Billie Green Owner: Deanna Donohue, Yvette LeBlanc, Billy Rodriquez & Billie Green Breeder: Deanna & Rick Donohue
September 5th, 2017 | Posted in Specialty & Group Show Results | Read More »

NOHS Judge: Mr. William (Bill) Shelton NOHS Dog Reg: GCH Statesmans Amicus BN RA JH CGC [Dog] NOHS Breed: Spaniel (Welsh Springer) NOHS Handler: NOHS Owner: B Czeschin, L Apollos, M Riese-Bassel & B Sarti-Allen Breeder: Meghen Bassel & Susan Riese
September 5th, 2017 | Posted in NOHS BIS All Breed Show Results | Read More »

The following is a commentary from Patti Strand, President of the National Animal Interest Alliance: “The greatest dangers to liberty lurk in insidious encroachment by men of zeal, well-meaning but without understanding,” Justice Louis Brandeis opined during his dissent of Olmstead v. United States, offering his opposition to government overreach and its impact on modern society. The California State Legislature, [...]
September 5th, 2017 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »

At the Somerset Hills & Westchester Kennel Club Dog Shows in North Branch, New Jersey, Take The Lead will be hosting “Bling on The Lead”, a sale of upscale accessories to benefit the organization. Donations can be brought to the show and include, but are not limited to, costume jewelry, handbags, sunglasses, ties, and hats. [...]
September 5th, 2017 | Posted in Featured,The Buzz | Read More »

AKC Legislative Alert Of the many stories brought to the country’s attention in the months following the landfall and destruction of Hurricane Katrina, perhaps none was as horrific to dog owners as those involving pets. In 2005, no laws existed that required animals be evacuated or sheltered during a natural disaster emergency. Instead of abandoning [...]
September 5th, 2017 | Posted in Breaking News | Read More »