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Stories written by AnthonyA
Over the last month or so, I’ve been ruminating on Leadership. With a capital “L”. You can set a goal and achieve it. You can target a destination and arrive there. But a true leader never really arrives. They become an “expert of the journey”. And that, I’d suggest, is Leadership: It isn’t succeeding and then placing yourself above others to act as an example from on-high. It’s remaining accessible – a real-time role model – and taking others along with you on that road to success.
November 16th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
I recently had an inquiry from a potential puppy buyer. The family lives in California and I am in North Carolina.
November 15th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
When you pay your dues, do you know what they are supporting: growth or exclusion?
November 14th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
I recently participated in some press for the 25th anniversary of the smash movie “BEST IN SHOW,” which made me think of just how far-reaching the media has permeated the Dog Sport. For years, it was just the yearly national broadcast of “The Garden”…live from New York City, every February. John-Q Public retained more than a momentary notice of the pageantry of pooches, and the desire to own a purebred dog grew. But so did some distractions.
November 13th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
In Episode 4 Wayne & Kim discuss show entires, attendance, absentees and expenses. With AKC judges, breeders, and TV personalities Wayne Cavanaugh & Kimberly Meredith Brought to you by The Canine Chronicle Real talk. Bold takes. No fluff. The blogcast that goes beyond the ring — from two insiders who’ve lived it all… and are Still Standing. Watch. Listen. [...]
November 12th, 2025 | Posted in Featured,Videos | Read More »
Morris and Essex did something profound. It provided a storied bridge into the past–a lesson in how to respect the sport, its history, and the people who came before us. It was a celebration of Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge’s immense contributions to the sport of dogs in America. And it was a rousing success.
November 12th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
In the last two decades, social norms have changed. Mannerisms of respect and courtesy common to yesteryears are no longer routinely practiced today.
November 11th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
This year’s Morris & Essex show, held at Colonial Park, New Jersey, was a delight, other than a challenging parking scenario that had some competitors facing long waits and walks to the rings. The weather was bright and sunny, but unexpectedly brisk, boosting the sales of M&E branded wear and making the women whose period costumes included their grandmother’s fur tippets the envy of all.
November 10th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
My good friend from out west called me the other day, and the discussion turned to the current state of affairs with dog shows and the AKC. My friend’s a smart guy, and a really successful businessman. During our discussion, he started referring to the clubs as franchises. I quickly corrected him, and said the clubs are independent entities operating within AKC’s rules and regulations. He said, “Sure.” The response dripped with sarcasm.
November 9th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
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November 8th, 2025 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
