Raising the Alarm on Designer Breeds
A new competitor for purebred dog breeders emerged some years ago. Heralding a new century, new achievements & new habits.
“Author Archive”
From The Publisher
Another Westminster is in the books. Another Westminster winner has been crowned. Dogdom celebrated the crown jewel of our sport with all the reverie it richly deserves.
Cover Story
On The Cover of the March, 2016 Issue of The Canine Chronicle – GCh. Jcrv-Klasse Warrior Raising The Banner
Hunting for Greatness
People begin showing dogs for many different reasons. In general, anything short of true dedication is bound to fail. But never say never.
AKC’s First President – James M. Taylor
AKC is generally considered one of those impenetrable bluechip organizations. It probably seems that way now, but it didn’t simply arise in full corporate splendor on Madison Avenue.
Your Intent Justifies Tax Deductions
The deadline to file your 2016 income tax return is April 15th, and it will be here before you know it. Whether you have recently had your first litter or your last, or are anxiously awaiting the arrival of your next litter, you may have found yourself asking, “Will the Internal Revenue Service allow me to write off the costs associated with breeding and raising a litter?”
The Positive-Negative List
Our world is filled with advice on breeding dogs and much of it is very good. Examples include, “pick a stud dog who will improve your bitch’s weak points.”
Dog Statues
They are frozen in time and sometimes deceptively real. Perpetuated in stone or bronze, looking over water, streets, parks or squares, dog statues can be found all over the world.
Dogs of North America – Part 2
Although the modern media does its best to distort the fact, purebred dogs stem from a long tradition of the form follows function concept.
The Benefits of Obedience
According to the AKC website,”Obedience trials demonstrate the dog’s ability to follow specified routines in the obedience ring and emphasize the usefulness of the dog as a companion to humankind.
