The Solano County Board of Supervisors will consider a proposal at its Tuesday, February 5, meeting to limit the use of the Solano County Fairgrounds to the annual county fair. This would mean that all events that currently use the fairgrounds, including dog shows, would no longer continue at the venue. Solano County is grappling [...]
Hill’s Pet Nutrition is voluntarily recalling select canned dog food products due to potentially elevated levels of vitamin D. While vitamin D is an essential nutrient for dogs, ingestion of elevated levels can lead to potential health issues depending on the level of vitamin D and the length of exposure, and dogs may exhibit symptoms [...]
Bigger dogs, with larger brains, perform better on certain measures of intelligence than their smaller canine counterparts, according to a new study led by the University of Arizona.
Who doesn’t love Dachshunds? Photographers from major and murky media outlets vied three deep for that sweet spot.
Worth more than a few happy barks and meows, Morris Animal Foundation announced it awarded nearly $1 million in grants for nine canine and feline research projects. The studies will help veterinary scientists improve the health and quality of life of cats and dogs suffering from deadly and debilitating diseases including cancer, chronic upper respiratory [...]
Due to weather and road conditions, the Kenosha Kennel Club Dog Show in Grayslake, IL, today, January 23rd 2019 will delay judging one hour. There will be no “catch up” and all judging will be delayed by one hour. Check back for more updates! Drive safely!
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Dr. Lee Anthony Reasin of Mesa, Arizona today, January 22, 2019 at 98 years old. Dr. Reasin was a past American Kennel Club Judge of all breeds and was highly popular among exhibitors. He began his judging career in 1945 and adjudicated at most [...]
Dogs and cats take over New York City next month when the American Kennel Club (AKC®) joins forces with The International Cat Association® (TICA®) to bring the tenth annual AKC Meet the Breeds® to Piers 92 and 94 on Saturday, February 9th. This event gives animal lovers the unique opportunity to meet and play with hundreds of adorable dogs and cats while learning about responsible pet ownership. Tickets are on sale now at www.westminsterkennelclub.org.
AKC Legislative Alert The Washington State House Committee on Public Safety considers a bill on Monday, Jan. 21, that is a first step towards prohibiting local jurisdictions from passing breed-specific legislation (BSL). Under the bill, however, Washington cities and counties will still be able to pass BSL if they provide an exemption to dogs that [...]
The Central Iowa Kennel Club in Des Moines, IA on Saturday, January 19th 2019 will delay judging one hour due to impending winter storm conditions. There will be no “catch up” and all judging will be delayed by one hour. Check back for more updates!
