Table Talk · December 6, 2023
I can’t wait to see everyone in Orlando!
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Table Talk · November 29, 2023
The American Kennel Club has released a statement regarding the canine flu/upper respiratory infection spreading across the country. They recommend the following:
Keep dogs up to date on vaccines and avoid contact with other dogs
If your dog has been exposed to a dog with an upper respiratory illness but is not showing symptoms, it is recommended the dog be quarantined for a minimum of 2 weeks.
If your dog has been exposed to a dog with an upper respiratory illness and is showing symptoms, it is recommended you quarantine that dog for 4 weeks after symptoms have subsided.
Do not take your dog to any events if it is showing any signs of illness such as coughing, sneezing, wheezing, nasal discharge, lack of energy or difficulty breathing.
In summary, if your dog is ill, or even slightly ‘off’, please leave them home and separate from your other dogs.
Table Talk · November 22, 2023
If you have been in the sport more than a few years, at some point you will find a judging panel for a show you want to enter that includes a friend, a family friend, or someone that has been involved with the breeding of a dog you are exhibiting. In many cases, your […]
AKC National Championship Presented By Royal Canin Draws Entry Of More Than 5,700 Dogs In Its 23rd Year
5,762 entries in the AKC National Championship The largest entries include: 147 Golden Retrievers
Table Talk · November 15, 2023
This week I leave you with a quote from our dear departed friend, Frank Sabella–in memory of Wendell Sammet: “If I had to pick somebody in dogs who I wanted to be just like when I grow up, it would be Wendell Sammet”.
Table Talk · November 8, 2023
I have been attending the Old Fort Cluster in Fort Wayne, Indiana for over 30 years. Not only is it a well-run show at a wonderful venue, but it is only 2.5 hours from my home. This is a huge treat for me! This year, the cluster welcomed Nina Fetter as a key volunteer. When […]
Table Talk · November 1, 2023
The American Kennel Club recently changed the rules applying to sweepstakes classes at specialties. Previously, classes were allowed for dogs up to 18 months of age. The rule has been revised to allow dogs up to 24 months of age to show, but the club continues to have the right to dictate what classes […]
Table Talk · October 25, 2023
One of the most difficult decisions a club must make is whether or not to cancel a show. When that decision is not theirs to make, it can be even more frustrating for all of the hard-working volunteers who have worked for an entire year to make that show happen. This past weekend the […]
Table Talk · October 18, 2023
It’s hard to believe, but Fall has arrived here in the Midwest. Our show year is in its 4th quarter and those racing for rankings will be turning it up in the quest to achieve their goals. Keep your eye on the goal, my friends, but be safe, and be sensible. Thank goodness […]
Table Talk · October 11, 2023
If you have not had the opportunity to read our Publisher’s comments this month, (https://caninechronicle.com/current-articles/from-the-publisher-46/) I encourage you to do so. The topic is judging, and the reasons why people judge. Currently, there are over 3,000 licensed AKC judges. Based on the panels at shows over the last couple years, that number is hard […]
