The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize extraordinary breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2024 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “It is our pleasure to honor this array of esteemed breeders,” said Dennis Sprung, AKC President and CEO. “These individuals have made important contributions [...]
Westminster 2006 was true to form in terms of surprises. A few shocks at every level of competition are the Westminster tradition. However, that particular year stands out for a couple reasons. Jim Reynolds, that year’s Best In Show judge, was no stranger to Westminster. He had judged there on ten occasions beginning in 1983. He was also among the few, confident judges who didn’t shy away from controversy. Tom Bradley III, Westminster’s show chairman for 17 years, described Jim as his “go-to guy” in an emergency. “He was always on tap to take over and fill in. He always drew a good entry, was popular both in Canada and the US and, frankly, I think he was even more popular in the US.” As we know, unexpected judge changes are another Westminster tradition. Usually, that’s due to the weather, but throughout its history those unforeseen absences has run the gamut from a NYC ferry strike to the bombing of the Lusitania. Stuff happens and a reliable, popular judge is priceless at those times.
We want to see our readers #NextGeneration photos to be shared on The #CanineChronicle! Thank you Jamie Laney for sharing this absolutely adorable photo of your daughter, Tatelyn, and Panda, her American Staffordshire Terrier puppy. In this photo, Tatelyn was 4 years old and Panda was 3.5 months. So cute! Do your children train the puppies? [...]
BLAST FROM THE PAST Who is your favorite Kerry Blue Terrier? Tell us about your favorite KERRY BLUE TERRIER of all time. Your answer MUST be a DECEASED dog from the past. Please include registered name, call name, and the reasons why you believe this particular dog was the very best example of its breed. [...]
The AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin has a grand total of 5,637 dogs that will compete for the title of America’s National Champion on December 14 and 15, 2024 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Additionally, 1,756 puppies and juniors will vie for Puppy/Junior of the Year in the AKC/Royal Canin [...]
The American Kennel Club® Museum of the Dog is thrilled to announce Dog Days of Winter, a juried art competition and exhibition for Members of the Museum, marking the first time the competition has been held since the Museum’s opening in 2019. All Members are welcome to submit artwork in any medium. Submissions will be [...]
Did you correctly answer this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Answer: Patty Keenan showing her Westie to Judge Mrs. Sandra Goose Allen Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Liz Powell at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos!
No. That’s the general answer given for the cancelled all-breed shows in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. And as much as these clubs probably wish they could, they probably can’t. Here’s why:
On this Veterans Day, we honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of all veterans who have served our country. Their unwavering commitment to defending our freedoms deserves our deepest respect and gratitude. To every veteran—thank you for your service, your bravery, and your selflessness. Your contributions make a lasting impact on our lives and [...]
