Unintended Inventions
“Dog shows used to be about evaluating breeding stock–now they’re about how many times we can evaluate breeding stock in a calendar year.”
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Influencers With Michael Hill Is Joined By Esteban Farias
Join Michael Hill in his exciting series “INFLUENCERS.” Michael will be hosting dog show enthusiasts, handlers, breeders, and judges as they reveal who has impacted them the most. This series will touch upon how influential mentors are and how they shape not only individuals but the future of the dog show world. Next, in the series is […]
From The Publisher
I recently had the chance to peruse some past issues of CC and came across a terrific interview with Judge Mr. Edd Bivin on page 154 of the November/December 2012 issue. In this article, Mr. Bivin discusses having first-time exhibitors in his ring. Quoting from the article, “He asks them to look around, and reminds them that everyone at the show had a first time, telling them not to miss ‘the thrill and enjoyment of the moment’.”
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Influencers With Michael Hill Is Joined By Caroline Coile
Join Michael Hill in his exciting series “INFLUENCERS.” Michael will be hosting dog show enthusiasts, handlers, breeders, and judges as they reveal who has impacted them the most. This series will touch upon how influential mentors are and how they shape not only individuals but the future of the dog show world. Next, in the series is […]
Dog Show Tips – Will Alexander Interviews Christian Manelopoulos
Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! Will Alexander has an in-depth conversation with Christian Manelopoulos. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
In Their Own Words – ANC Judges Comments
After the AKC National Championship in Orlando, Florida on December 17th and 18th, the Canine Chronicle asked the Group and Best in Show judges for their comments. This show is well-known for its recognition of breeders and owner-handlers through its Bred-by-Exhibitor competition and National Owner-Handled Series finals, as well as its Junior Showmanship finals. Their Best in Show or Finals judges were also asked for their comments.
Been There Done That – Shows from St. Paul & Puyallup
Click here to read the complete article 210 – February, 2023 By Elaine J. Lessig Land O’ Lakes Kennel Club – January 6th, 7th & 8th Who has a show in St. Paul, Minnesota the first week of January? Land O’ Lakes Kennel Club–headed by show chair, Jan Croft–takes no notice of the frigid temperatures […]
The Chihuahua – Too Big To Fail
Too big to fail, that remark has become so ubiquitous–well at least since 2008–that it really has morphed into a running joke. Bear Stearns? Ha Ha! But at least from a purebred perspective, it retains some relevance. Some breeds truly are too big to fail. And maybe it sounds ironic but the classic example is the smallest breed of all, the Chihuahua. As the standard says, “A well balanced little dog not to exceed six pounds.” Officially, that makes it the smallest genuine breed.
