The Neck
The neck is one of the functional components of the dog: the others being the spinal column, the forelimbs and the hindlimbs.
“Author Archive”
Breed Priorities – Collies
Some breeds are recognized as “head” breeds, where the head conformation and components are valued above other characteristics. Other breeds are definitely not, with many other features prioritized over head details. Some breeds have experts saying their breed “is a head breed, but…” Experts in other breeds say theirs is not a head breed, but… heads are important, but so is the rest of the dog.
The Heavenly Breed – History of the Skye Terrier
The Isle of Skye is a distillation of all that is wonderful about Scotland. It’s often mist-shrouded scenery is dramatic, some would even say moody; it possesses towering stony peaks and an emerald green landscape splashed with lakes and thundering icy waterfalls.
Looking Around with Lee – Dog Show Days…circa the 1960s
Yea, it’s time to go to the dog show! The dog is bathed, lunch is packed, dog snacks are included, station wagon is gassed up, and the three kids are anxious for an adventure! Oh, yes, grooming supplies are included….one brush, a water bowl and enough dog food for the trip! Maybe, after becoming addicted to the shows, we might include a grooming table, and a wire crate.
Looking Around With Lee – Searching For The Stars
As we near the end of arguably the worst year most of us have ever lived through, we have hope that the future will be far kinder, happier, and safer for all of us.
Good Dog (People) – Part two
Green is a former handler and current AKC judge based in Pinehurst, North Carolina, which her mother called “God’s country,” and she describes as “a little bit of New England nestled into the sand hills.” Like many I’ve spoken with, dogs are bred in the bone—she’s the daughter of two judges, started with Pointers and Boxers as a junior, but says she pretty much likes all breeds, whether she’s handling or judging. The current canine household is certainly a mixed bag—a German Shepherd, a whippet, and a toy Manchester Terrier.
Specialty Clubs & AKC Member Club Status
Speaking as someone who has endured the AKC club approval process, I can assure you that it’s a joyride…Not! Obviously, AKC’s first consideration from a survival standpoint is legality, and luckily this sport never lacks legal expertise. That said, most clubs use AKC’s preformatted template for their constitution and bylaws, which streamlines the process and ensures that all new clubs hew a close line.
Breed Priorities – The Bichon Frise
The Bichon Frise is one member of the Bichon family of dogs that also includes the Bolognese, Coton de Tulear, Havanese, Mal-tese, Löwchen, and Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka. All are small and friendly, with long hair that mostly doesn’t shed, drop ears, short muzzles, and with tails carried over their backs when moving. The Bichon Frise is unique in the family with the curly coat.
Hunting Without a Dog is Like Playing Air Guitar
There are actually people in this country who don’t hunt birds with a dog. I have to confess that I’ll never understand those folks.
Beyond The Breed Standard
Gaining real breed knowledge means going beyond the typical requirements. We must find ways to ask ourselves questions, even questions without answers, to create our own set of master tools instead of relying on the beginner’s set. It’s necessary to learn from the knowledge of others, but without finding other ways to seek our own answers, we won’t be able to see the standards come alive on the page and in the ring.mn
