Table Talk · May 20, 2020
As I mentioned earlier: things are looking up for dog shows! The first FCI show was held in South Korea this past weekend. The South Korean Kennel Club held two shows on Saturday and two shows on Sunday,
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Texas Governor Outlines Next Phase of Reopening Plan, Including Equestrian Events
On May 18th, Gov. Greg Abbott released details about the continued reopening of the State of Texas…there was a note regarding Rodeos and Equestrian events with a date for reopening allowable on May 22nd.
#TimeTravelTuesday
Can you name the knowledgeable and respected AKC judge pictured showing circa 1973? Let us know your guesses at cheslie@caninechronicle.com. We look forward to your participation! Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #TimeTravelTuesday? Email Cheslie at cheslie@caninechronicle.com with your photos.
The Power of Positive Judging
In the horse game, there is no question but what we would all benefit by having professional judges, just like the baseball leagues have professional umpires and referees. The horse business is large, and there is a great deal of money involved, and a great deal of pride in winning.
Breed Priorities: Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamute mentors have always emphasized function. They pull heavy loads (freight). They work in brutally cold conditions.
Sunday Giggles
We are proud to share a 3 minute cartoon from the 1960s with Mornin’ Ralph; Mornin’ Sam – Ralph Wolf & Sam Sheepdog. Take a short moment from your day to watch it. We are certain it will make you laugh a bit.
Dansk-Svensk Gårdshund (Danish-Swedish Farmdog)
The FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale), the World Canine Organization, includes 87 member countries and contract partners (one member per country). Each issues its own pedigrees and trains its own judges. The FCI ensures that the pedigrees and judges are mutually recognized by all FCI members.
Breed Priorities – The Boxer
The Boxer is the most popular working breed based on AKC’s registrations. And they are often one of the larger entries at dog shows. And the quality often has one or more individual dogs competing successfully at high levels.
One Man’s Opinion
My pick pups will be pups that can do what they were bred to do and then I will go on from there.
