Newborn puppies will often wrestle and roughhouse with each other. More often than not, it all results in good fun. But one such incident with 6-week-old Kailana indicated to her owners John Hartmire and spouse Christine Pobanz-Stelter that there could be something seriously wrong with their golden retriever. Immediately following being pulled down by a [...]
Most days in a dog sport, the field, or the show ring with a dog are pretty ordinary. The dogs either do the work required by the sport or they don’t. In the show ring, they either win or they don’t. If the dogs are gun dogs or hounds, they either find birds or critters or they don’t–and you either harvest the bird/critter or you don’t.
We’re counting down to another unforgettable Canines & Cocktails — and sponsorships are going fast! If you’ve been thinking about supporting the AKC Canine Health Foundation in a bigger way this year, now is the perfect time. All sponsorship levels include VIP seating with the best views, priority placement, and champagne service at your table [...]
Pictured above as a baby, this Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is the Top Winning Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Female in AKC History with 5 All-Breed Best In Show wins. She was Best of Breed at the 2025 Westminster Kennel Club, 2024 American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Association Regional Specialty winner, and 2025 American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Association [...]
Join us for an interview series where we get to know some of our most successful breeder-owner-handlers in purebred dogs. How did you get started in the sport of purebred dogs, and did you have any mentors? My best friend showed Pomeranians. I bought by first bench English Setter who already had a few points, [...]
Classes just for altered dogs? Limited Registration dogs allowed to compete in conformation? A new conformation title based on a passing score rather than competition? AKC’s recent Board meetings have been filled with what some would call innovative ideas–and others would call heresy.
Why not skip the ordinary this holiday season and surprise the dog lovers in your life with gifts that spark joy? From eco-friendly toys to stylish heated vests to discounted tickets to our 150th anniversary show, every item is designed to celebrate the bond we share with our dogs. Add in cozy finds and unforgettable experiences, [...]
Are you ready for this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Who do you recognize in this week’s Throwback Thursday from the 1st National Dog Show in 2002? Check back on Monday for the correct answer! Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Liz at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos!
The fall season is in full swing, and while the weather is getting cooler, gardening never truly takes a day off.
The Canine Chronicle would like to wish everyone a happy, safe, and enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday! May your day be filled with good food, great company, and plenty of tail wags. Enjoy the time with your loved ones—both two-legged and four-legged! Happy Thanksgiving!
