The American Kennel Club ® (AKC), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that four members of the Ohio General Assembly have been awarded the 2018 AKC Legislator of the Year Award for their significant positive impact on Ohio do gs, dog owners, and breeders during that [...]
On February 11th and 12th, top dogs from around the world will compete for Best In Show at the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, presented by Purina® Pro Plan®. Who will take the title this year? Pick a perfect dog show bracket and you could win $1 million dollars. What You Could Win: Daily Prize: A Year [...]
Since the creation of the German Shepherd Dog breed (GSD) at the turn of the twentieth century, it has become one of the most popular international breeds. Over the years, the function and phenotype of the breed has changed from that of a medium-size dog needed to meet its original farming and herding purposes to a variety of subsequent roles ranging from guarding, detection, police, herding, guide dog, show dog and companion.
The 2019 Kennel Club of Palm Springs cluster is in the books! With an entry of 3300-plus, the competition was deep and representation of all breeds was impressive. At the risk of being annoying by repeating myself, I encourage everyone to put this show on your bucket list. It’s a treat for those who [...]
The NAIA cordially invites all to attend a fundraising gala the evening of Saturday, January 19th at the Portland Expo Center following Best in Show judging. The NAIA is an organization that is dedicated to preserving breeds and fighting for the rights of responsible animal owners. The evening will include food, games and fun with [...]
It is easy, sometimes, I think, to focus on the bad things that, too often, happen at youth sporting events. Whether it is a focus on winning at the expense of learning good sportsmanship, coaches and parents trading insults (or even punches), and the verbal abuse of young players. Junior Showmanship provides the opportunity to bring a great many positive outcomes to the young people who choose to compete in the juniors’ ring.
Fine art and technology meet in NYC’s only Museum dedicated to dogs The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog will officially open its doors in New York City on Friday February 8, 2019 at its new location, 101 Park Ave, just steps away from Grand Central Station. The Museum houses one of the world’s largest collections of canine [...]
Wild West Miniature American Shepherd Club Saturday, January 5, 2019 Indio, CA Judge Noreen Harris Best in Specialty: GCH Timeless Edge of Tomorrow With Taycin Handler: AJ Tavares Breeder/Owner: Karen Ross & Cindy Taylor
The Dog Show Superintendent’s Association (DSSA) annual meeting was held December 5, 2018 in Savannah, GA. The following members were present: President Bob Christiansen, (MB-F Dog Shows); Secretary-Treasurer, Becky Sumner, Sheila Raymond (BaRay Event Services); Tim James, (Onofrio Dog Shows), Ed Smizer (Rau Dog Shows), and Dorie Crowe (MB-F Dog Shows). Glenn Lycan represented the [...]
Photo by Warren Cook Show Name: Kennel Club of Palm Springs Location: Indio, CA Show Date: Sunday, January 6, 2019 Total Entry: 3308 Best In Show Judge: Mr. Alfred Ferruggiaro Show Photographer(s): Victoria & Warren Cook • Website: mydogphoto.com Meg Callea • Email: CalleaFoto@aol.com Bob Kohler • Email: bobkohlerphoto@me.com Vicki Holloway • Website: HollowayPhoto.com Kitten [...]
