AKC Rule Enforcement – One Size Does NOT Fit All Infractions
In the wake of tragic and preventable canine deaths at recent shows, the AKC’s response has thrust the sport’s disciplinary system into the spotlight and exposed its most urgent flaw.
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Closet Confidential — Somerset Hills Kennel Club
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The Wolf In Your Living Room…And The Coyote On Your Lap
We all acknowledge that our dogs descend from wolves, and we assume some breeds are more closely related to them than others. But until recently, no one had quantified which breeds are really undercover wolves versus those that had shed as much of their wolf heritage as possible.
You’ve Shown Dogs For 20 Years. Have You Ever Stewarded?
How many dog shows have you attended? Fifty? Five hundred? Enough that you can identify the sound of a grooming table collapsing from three buildings away?
The Spaniel From The Roof Of The World
I’m sure, just like me, you’ve been horrified by the scenes recently coming out from the Nepalese/Tibetan border; truly apocalyptic scenes of terrifying flash floods that look as if they had been plucked from a disaster movie, but were sadly all too real.
Are We Rewarding The Right Dogs?
“When style begins to outweigh substance, we risk rewarding dogs for how they appear rather than for what they truly are.”
Around The Rings – The Bluegrass Cluster
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Urban Search & Rescue Training At The Landfill?
It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since 9/11. Since that tragedy, NYC has dedicated enormous resources to counter-terrorism measures–detecting and preventing many subsequent attacks. At the same time, NYC has not overlooked investment in disaster response. September 11 provided a shocking reality check regarding NYC’s Emergency Management shortfalls.
The Big E – Everyone Has A Story
How can I forget? I simply can’t. It’s been twenty-five years since the World Trade Center in New York City was destroyed. I saw it! By happenstance I walked into my house just before the event. On a beautiful cool Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, with a totally clear blue sky, and buoyant air, I left the house to get in some miles around the neighborhood. My usual goal was to stay out for anywhere between five to seven miles before going home. On that particular day, I cut it short. I had an important appointment about an hour from home. Getting showered and dressed would take up more time.
Still Standing 11: Dog Welfare – Safety First!
In Episode 11 Wayne & Kim discuss dog show safety, unattended dogs, and having ‘Ambassadors’ at dog shows. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
