Science Round-Up
It’s a great time to be a canine science geek, and this month’s sampling of recent articles shows a few reasons why…
“Author Archive”
The Muted Mass
It seems you humans just do not appreciate the vulnerabilities of being a dog. You abuse and malign our reputation each and every time you sarcastically suggest that the world has ‘gone to the dogs’ or that this is a ‘dog-eat-dog world’. Truth be told, if we eat it, we are pretty satisfied with our diet, and it would never include one of our own. This idiom is generally used to describe a situation in which people will do anything to be successful, even if what they do harms other people. We are all quite happy for the success another dog achieves.
Maybe It’s Not The Dog, It’s You
Virtually anyone who has ever trained a dog has, at some time, thrown up their hands in exasperation and said, “I can’t figure out what’s with this stupid/lazy/obstinate (take your pick) dog” except in a lot of cases, that statement is probably way more profane. If you don’t recall ever experiencing at least one of those frustrating moments with at least one of your dogs, you’ve been blessed with “superdogs,” incredible luck or a very short, selective memory.
The Rib Cage
The rib cage is formed by thoracic vertebrae and the shaft of the rib is roughly oval with a distal end, somewhat enlarged, which is joined by cartilage. This is attached to nine small flat bones joined together by cartilaginous joints called “sternebrae.”
Influencers With Michael Hill Joined By Lindsay Cook
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 [...]
Judging on the Day and its Inconsistent Dilemma
The expression “judging on the day” is an essential phrase that judges should recite to themselves each time they step into the ring. Like many phrases, however, we hear it so often that we rarely stop to think about what it means; it’s interpretations and consequences.
Dog Show Tips 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #9
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! This week Will gives us 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #9. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
2022 AKC National Championship Judges Panel
The 2022 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also include popular attractions such as the Best Bred-by-Exhibitor competition, the AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals, and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes. The show will once again take place alongside the AKC Agility Invitational and the Obedience Classic, with junior events in Conformation, Agility, Obedience and Rally.
Loose Lead – Total Control
You’ve seen them–those dog/handler combos that go around the ring with perfect elegance, in perfect accord, and with no tension on the lead. The dog stays in the optimal position as they move confidently around the ring, and you wonder how on earth you and your dog could make that picture.
Looking Around With Lee
When we start as new, untested judges, I think we all have our heads in the clouds! We think, “I know I can do this, after all, I showed/bred good dogs, and did my share of winning! What’s the problem? I did a little bit of stewarding, went to Nationals, mentored under some good people, I’m ready!”
