Dear Friends, It is my pleasure to share more updates on the many happenings at AKC. The goal is to provide you with timely, up-to-date information on the many initiatives that staff are focused on daily. As we enter Fall, there is much good news to provide you from various departments. 2022 has been a [...]
By Sandi Weldon Originally published: October 2015 “I am so disappointed and hurt. Today at the show, I brought my niece to teach her how to show shelties. It was her first time in the ring. I also brought my 12 year old daughter who has shown but hasn’t been in the ring in a [...]
Question of the week: The first dogs registered in the American Kennel Club (AKC) belonged to what group? Check back on Friday when we reveal the correct answer! Do you have a fun dog show trivia question that you would like to share for #TriviaTuesday? Email Liz at showresults@caninechronicle.com.
Were you able to name this current handler in pigtails and her mom? Answer: Blair Aguillard Commisso and her mom, Michelle Aguillard 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 AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces matching funds for canine cancer research. Starting October 1, the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States (RRCUS) (via its RRDAF and Nancy Krupa Fund) and the Rhodesian Ridgeback Charitable Foundation (RRCF) will match donations to CHF-funded cancer research up to $30,000 as part of a three-year, $90,000 pledge to fight canine cancer.
WHAT: Watch the 2022 Montgomery County Kennel Club WHEN: October 9th, Live from Blue Bell, PA, 3pm ET to 6pm ET WHERE: Watch the live coverage on the AKC.tv website and on the AKC.tv app.
Question of the week: In addition to better smell sense, what other sense is stronger in dogs than humans? Answer: Dogs’ sense of smell might be pretty amazing, but don’t forget about their hearing! Everything from the positioning of their ears to the muscles in them helps dogs pick up a whole host of sounds [...]
Guess Who? Are you ready for this week’s great #ThrowbackThursday photo? Can you name this current handler in pigtails and her mom? 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.
AKC Pet Disaster Relief is a nationwide program sponsored by AKC Reunite, the country’s largest non-profit microchip identification and recovery service. AKC Reunite partners with AKC® Dog Clubs and pet lovers across the country to make these donations a reality. The Jackson County Animal & Rabies Control trailer was made possible by a donation from the Crab Orchard Kennel Club, Inc., the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America, and the Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.
Entries are now open for the 2022 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, which returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) North/South Concourse this December 17th and 18th. Entries are also open for the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes, taking place on Friday, December 16th at the OCCC, and the AKC National Owner-Handled Series [...]
