The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry, and a leading advocate for dogs, and Dogs Australia, a not-for-profit organization that represents the interests of its member bodies throughout Australia, are pleased to announce that they have entered into a Mutual Cooperation Agreement. This agreement strengthens international collaboration around […]
At its July 2026 meeting, the AKC Board of Directors approved a new policy and related disciplinary changes to strengthen protections for dogs at AKC events. The health, safety, and wellbeing of dogs are at the heart of everything AKC does. In recent months, several incidents involving dogs left unattended in vehicles have resulted in […]
The dog show community mourns the passing of respected AKC All-Breed Judge James E. Frederiksen, whose lifelong dedication to purebred dogs left an enduring mark on the sport. Jim and his longtime partner, James E. Noe, became involved in the sport of purebred dogs in 1963. Together they bred and exhibited Collies under the renowned […]
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Nicole (“Nicki”) King of Lebanon, Indiana. A respected professional dog handler, Nicki was admired not only for her talent and dedication to the sport, but for her kindness, warmth, and friendship to everyone she met. She will be greatly missed, and her memory will live on in […]
The Canine Chronicle is saddened to share the passing of Tol Clinton “TC” Livingston, who passed away on June 29, 2026, at the age of 85. TC is survived by his beloved wife, Mollie Livingston; his children and their spouses, Clint and Karen Livingston, Brian and Lori Livingston, and Colette Livingston-Keith and Shawn Keith; and […]
The purebred dog fancy has lost one of its most respected and admired ambassadors with the passing of Mrs. Kathleen Steen of Georgia. A highly regarded AKC Judge, accomplished breeder of German Shepherd Dogs, and devoted advocate for the sport of purebred dogs, Mrs. Steen had the honor of judging many of America’s most prestigious […]
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest registry of purebred dogs and a leading advocate for canine health, welfare, and responsible dog ownership, proudly announces that entries are now open for the FCM Universal Dog Show, an AKC-licensed event presented in partnership with Federación Canófila Mexicana (FCM), the official kennel club of Mexico. The […]
The Silken Windhound will become recognised by the Royal Kennel Club with effect from 1 October 2026. The breed will be classified in the Hound Group on the Imported Breed Register. Until such time as a Royal Kennel Club interim breed standard has been published, the Silken Windhound is not eligible to compete at Royal […]
Remembering Kim Griffith June 29, 1948 – June 4, 2026 The dog show community is saddened by the passing of Kim Griffith, a longtime fancier whose love of purebred dogs touched many lives. He was admired not only for his knowledge of dogs, but also for his friendship, kindness, and willingness to help others along […]
The dog show community is heartbroken by the sudden passing of longtime AKC Executive Field Representative, respected breeder, and former professional handler Lynn Meyer. Lynn dedicated her life to the sport of purebred dogs and was widely admired for her knowledge, professionalism, integrity, and unwavering commitment to exhibitors, breeders, handlers, and judges across the country. […]
