One of many expressions that have been around since the beginning of dog shows goes as follows: “We don’t judge the dogs against each other; we judge them against their breed standard.” It’s a helpful phrase and a noble effort to bring clarity to a concept that may sound pretty complex. It’s especially useful when explaining group judging to spectators. But it never seemed like enough to me.
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Kaz Hosaka’s sad and untimely death in June of 2024 left behind two significant figures in his life: Roxanne Wolf, his partner/wife of nearly 30 years, and his last champion, Miniature Poodle GCHG Surrey Sage. Anyone who was at the show, or watching on television, remembers the moment of their win, announced by BIS judge Rosalind Kramer–Hosaka on his knees, bowed over with emotion, with his face buried in Sage’s coat. It wasn’t showmanship, it was love.
Wishing all our readers, breeders, exhibitors, and furry friends a joyful holiday season. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to more exciting moments with you in the year ahead. May your Christmas be filled with love, joy, and tail-wags! With warm wishes, The Canine Chronicle Team
To view the video, please visit https://www.facebook.com/thecaninechronicle/ Thank you Meghann Terrien for taking the Christmas Card Challenge in a different way—giving us a behind-the-scenes look! Behind the scenes: What it really takes to get ONE Christmas card with multiple dogs… • patience • treats • perfect timing • a four-letter word Santa wouldn’t approve of • [...]
CC family & friends—send us your holiday photos and help us spread the Christmas spirit on Facebook Wishing everyone a safe, Merry Christmas, a joyful holiday season, and Happy Hanukkah. May your days be bright, your travels be safe, and your homes be filled with wagging tails, happy hearts, and plenty of holiday cheer.
By Amy Fernandez Dogs certainly have a prominent place in the Guinness Book of World Records, biggest dog, smallest dog, oldest dog, smartest dog. In addition to the expected thrills, there is plenty of more offbeat records such as longest dog tongue (7.31 inches), most tennis balls held in mouth (five), highest jump (75.5 in), [...]
There’s a simple truth about the participants in any competition, including dog shows. That truism is the competitors entered the contest with the intention of winning it. I don’t think anyone joins the field of play with the sole goal of enjoying the experience. They entered because they believed they were good enough to win the event–and that is their goal.
And just like that, we start over again! I hope everyone achieved their 2025 goals, and most importantly, that every one of you enjoyed the journey! As we embark upon the 2026 show year and you establish your goals and the path to achieve those goals, please remember that being part of our sport is [...]
CC family & friends—send us your holiday photos and help us spread the Christmas spirit on Facebook Wishing everyone a safe, Merry Christmas, a joyful holiday season, and Happy Hanukkah. May your days be bright, your travels be safe, and your homes be filled with wagging tails, happy hearts, and plenty of holiday cheer. Submit [...]
