Pet owners spent more than $15 billion dollars* on veterinary care last year, and much of that cost was used to treat minor ailments. Pets require routine medical attention just like their human counterparts, and while common issues such as ear infections and skin allergies are rarely life-threatening, they can be unexpected and expensive. Nationwide, the [...]
There will be a Bred-By Challenge Competition in memory of Lorraine Meyer at the Blackhawk Kennel Club and Kishwaukee Kennel Club dog shows on July 14th-July 17th. Exhibitors must be the breeder and owner of record to compete in the competition. The competition is open to champions and non champions. To enter the event, simply [...]
This sport forces attention in the moment. It’s essential. Developments unfold constantly.Stay on top of things or suffer the consequences. Short term memory, no problem.However,if it didn’t happen last week, last month, or last year, that’s a different story. For instance, a recent random query reveals that hardly anyone remembers Tom Gately.The name sparked a few recollections of him as a Terrier man,a decent judge.His involvement in this sport as a breeder, handler, and judge spanned a lifetime. He made history and deserves better. So here’s a history lesson.
Today, Governor Rick Scott announced the activation of the Florida Disaster Fund following yesterday’s terror attack in Orlando. The Florida Disaster Fund will help provide financial support to organizations that serve survivors, their families, and all those in need. To make a contribution, please visit www.FloridaDisasterFund.org. Governor Scott said, “We are committed to ensuring that every resource is [...]
Longshore-Southport Kennel Club NOHS Results Sunday, June 12, 2016 Norwalk, CT NOHS Best in Show Judge: Ms. Mari Fleming Carroll NOHS Best in Show: Dove Cotes Bang Zoom To The Moon Breed: Bichon Frise Owner: Maggie Hyde, Lory Lee & Melissa Small NOHS Reserve Best in Show: Ch. Pembury Horse Chianti Breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi Owner: Jessica [...]
Skyline Kennel Club NOHS Results Sunday, June 12, 2016 Fisherville, VA NOHS Best in Show Judge: Mrs. Sue Goldberg NOHS Best in Show: GCh. Kan Sing’s Ambrier’s Kora La Breed: Tibetan Spaniel Owner: Mallory Cosby Driskill NOHS Reserve Best in Show: Pun Kotzky Treasure of The Heart Breed: 13 Inch Beagle Owner: Dr Oleg Voloshin & Dr Oksana [...]
NY Times Article by Shaojie Huang BEIJING — Two weeks before the annual dog meat festival in the southern Chinese city of Yulin, an international coalition of animal welfare advocates is stepping up pressure on the Chinese government to shut it down. A petition with more than 11 million signatures was presented to the Chinese [...]
Monorchidism is an all-too-common condition among male dogs. It refers to the defect in which one of the dog’s testes remains undescended. This canine defect has been recognized for many decades. Even by selectively breeding only males with two normally descended testicles, this defect may be exhibited with relative frequency in their progeny.
Show Name: Contra Costa County Kennel Club Location: Vallejo, CA Show Date: Sunday, June 12, 2016 Total Entry: 2524 Best In Show Judge: Mr. David Kirkland Dog Reg: GCh Cordmaker Mister Blue Sky [Dog] Breed: Puli Handler: Linda Pitts Owner: E Charles, J Beaudoin, L Pitts, P Kelly & S Huebner Breeder: Sue Huebner Reserve [...]
Show Name: Tacoma Kennel Club Location: Puyallup, WA Show Date: Sunday, June 12, 2016 Total Entry: 1347 Best In Show Judge: Mr. Lee Brown Dog Reg: GCh Rosewoods Galileo [Dog] Breed: German Shepherd Handler: Art Sinclair Owner: D & A Blackie & W Petterson Breeder: Bo Vujovich & Michael Bristow Reserve Dog Reg: GCh Eltins [...]
