The following events have been cancelled due to Hurricane Irma. Check back for more information and cancellations. The Central Florida Yorkshire Terrier Club Toy Dog Club of Central Florida Calusa Dog Agility Club The Citrus Capital Pekingese Club of Central Florida has moved their show from September 15, 2017 to September 22, 2017 at the [...]
The Canine Chronicle is very sad to report the passing of the Scottish Terrier, UK CH AM GCH Lomondview Clementina. A multiple Best in Show and Best in Specialty show winner, Phoebe was the #1 Scottish Terrier – All Breed & Breed – in 2011 & 2012 and the #2 Terrier in 2012. Phoebe was [...]
Veterinary experts available to speak about storm’s impact on pets, livestock and wildlife With Hurricane Irma bearing down on Florida, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has developed a Pet Evacuation Kit to help those in the storm’s path safely account for their pets as they prepare to leave the area. AVMA’s Pet Evacuation Kit [...]
The following is a commentary from Patti Strand, President of the National Animal Interest Alliance: “The greatest dangers to liberty lurk in insidious encroachment by men of zeal, well-meaning but without understanding,” Justice Louis Brandeis opined during his dissent of Olmstead v. United States, offering his opposition to government overreach and its impact on modern society. The California State Legislature, [...]
AKC Legislative Alert Of the many stories brought to the country’s attention in the months following the landfall and destruction of Hurricane Katrina, perhaps none was as horrific to dog owners as those involving pets. In 2005, no laws existed that required animals be evacuated or sheltered during a natural disaster emergency. Instead of abandoning [...]
New York, NY — AKC Reunite is pleased to announce a second Challenge Grant has been created by the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America Charitable Trust, which will match donations to AKC Reunite’s Pet Disaster Relief Fund dollar for dollar for a total amount of $10,000 from their trust to support efforts for the families [...]
New York, NY – In support of the people and pets affected by Hurricane Harvey, the AKC Humane Fund has donated $10,000, through its “Sandy Fund,” to the city of Houston to aid in relief efforts. The donation was made to the Greater Houston Community Foundation and the Hurricane Harvey Relief fund created by Mayor [...]
Raleigh, NC – Our hearts and prayers go out to the many people in Texas, Louisiana and surrounding areas that are in the path of Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath. The magnitude of the devastation from this storm is unimaginable and the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) and AKC Reunite are here to contribute to the relief. Two AKC [...]
AKC Reunite is pleased to announce a Challenge Grant from Barbara and Bob Amen (Delegate, Greater St. Louis Training Club), which will match donations to AKC Reunite’s Pet Disaster Relief Fund up to $10,000 to support efforts for the families and pets in Texas and Louisiana affected by Hurricane Harvey. “We have many friends in [...]
Take The Lead released the following information regarding emergency assistance to those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The link to apply for Take The Lead Emergency Assistance is here. “The Board of Take The Lead has established an Emergency Fund to assist those in our sport who are currently enduring hardship due to fires and floods [...]
