We received the very sad news that Mr. Jordan Chamberlain of Lake Wales, Florida passed away. Jordan was a longtime fancier, handler, AKC judge, and successful breeder of Miniature Poodles under the JLC prefix. Jordan was loved among the fancy; he was kind, generous with his time and knowledge, and always a gentleman. A native [...]
Tragedy struck the Sunshine State Cluster in Tampa, Florida when the RV owned by Rick Justice caught fire and burned. The fire spread rapidly preventing anyone from getting into the vehicle and the dogs within it perished due to smoke inhalation. Events like this that are beyond anyone’s control are the greatest fears we face [...]
Charles E. “Chuck” Trotter, all-breed judge, loving husband, proud father, and friend of dogs, passed away peacefully in his sleep June 4 with his wife Pat and son Chuck Jr. at his side. Born April 14, 1933, in Nashville Tenn., he celebrated his 90th birthday recently with his and late friend Dottie Macdonald’s favorite vegetable – carrot cake!
We received the very sad news that Mr. Geir Flyckt-Pedersen of Pepper Pike, Ohio passed away on May 15. Geir was a longtime fancier, international judge, and successful breeder of many breeds but best known for his Louline Wire Fox Terriers. Geir was an icon among the fancy; a kind, funny, incredibly intelligent gentleman. Born [...]
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2023 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The [...]
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen “Buddy” won Best in Show at the 147th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan under judge Ms. Elizabeth “Beth” Sweigart at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on Tuesday, May 9. Buddy, a 6-year-old male of Palm Springs, California, officially known as CH [...]
The Border Collie of Ellicott City, Maryland, owned and handled by Cynthia Hornor, won the 10th Anniversary of the Masters Agility Championship at Westminster presented by Purina Pro Plan. The event was held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on Saturday, May 6. Truant, a 6.5-year-old male, officially known as NAC MACH [...]
For the second time in Westminster history, the top dog has taken home both the Masters Obedience Championship and High in Trial Award. The Golden Retriever of Cannon Falls, Minnesota, handled by Korin Bevis, won the 8th Annual Masters Obedience Championship at Westminster presented by Purina Pro Plan. The event was judged by Mrs. Alice [...]
We are proud to welcome Michael to the team! Here’s what you can expect from him in the coming months… “Let’s get the basics out of the way first. Im Michael Canalizo and I have been involved in the sport of purebred dogs for 60 years now. Ugh..it’s painful just typing that! But for anyone new(er) to the sport, [...]
The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce the annual election of officers. In accordance with the Charter and Bylaws of The American Kennel Club, the following Executive Officers were re-elected at the April 2023 Board of Directors Meeting: • Dennis B. Sprung – President and Chief Executive Officer • Gina M. DiNardo – Executive [...]
