Chin Chin!
I have never been a monarchist. In fact, I’ve always rather admired the American way of doing things.
“Author Archive”
Generic Dog Training – Reward Or Ripoff?
Recently, The New York Times featured a centerpiece editorial on dog training trends and theories, or something sorta along those lines. Considering the scope of seismic events currently pervading world news, this was an odd topic to say the least. Then again, maybe it was inevitable. Millions of Americans entered the dog owner bazaar during the pandemic. And that’s probably the best way to describe our current state of affairs. You name it, We got it.
Breed Priorities – Japanese Chin
The Japanese Chin is thought to have originated in China, rather than Japan, dating from the fourth century or before. It is likely to have common ancestors with the Pekingese, Shih Tzu, Pug, and Tibetan Spaniels, based on information gleaned from monasteries. The breed traveled to Japan as gifts to Japanese nobility.
The Canine Chronicle Toy Group Hall of Fame 2023
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A Junior Handlers Life – Shaping Character Through Competition
My name is Taylor Johnson. I am a 3rd generation dog handler and breeder.
I Like Mine Rare
People are drawn to a certain breed for a wide variety of reasons. The Labrador Retriever, for his sweet disposition, the pleasing personality of the Golden Retriever, the German Shepherd Dog for his protective nature or the intelligence of the Border Collie. These qualities and more can also be found in other noticeably rarer breeds. Someone looking for a genuinely unique breed might just opt for a Peruvian Inca Orchid or a Pumi.
Dogland – Passion, Glory, And Lots Of Slobber
A few months back, while trapped in traffic, I began idly spinning the dial, seeking some radio diversion. Expecting nothing, I stopped when I heard “upcoming interview with Tommy Tomlinson, (so what) …about his new book on show dogs and dog shows!” Bumper to bumper on the Northern State suddenly seemed more bearable.
Why Are Dogs So Irresistible?
“A person’s best friend is their dog” has long been accepted as a truism–and for good reason. Because, for an extremely high percentage of dog owners, it really is true. This remarkable bond between humans and dogs is no less true than that the sun will rise in the east every morning. Like an eastern sunrise, the bond between humans and dogs is always there whether it’s visible or not.
Conformation Judges · Are You Helping Or Hurting? – Part 1
Maybe you’ve seen this happen, or maybe you’ve been the recipient of it: the judge assists the handler to present their dog better.
First, Do No Harm…
Form follows function.” It’s a mantra in the dog show world. And just about every judge’s education seminar focuses on how a breed’s particular form helps it do the job it was bred to do.
