Detroit KC Shows Close This Wednesday!
The Canine Chronicle is proud to sponsor the National Owner-Handled Series at these shows. Be sure to attend for a chance to win an ad in The Canine Chronicle!
Home » Breaking News
You are browsing entries filed in “Breaking News”
More Info About the Canine Influenza Outbreak
Here is some additional information about Canine Influenza Virus and tips for how to minimize the risk and reduce the spread of the disease:
Statement From The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine Regarding Canine Influenza H3N2
The virus can survive in the environment (kennel surfaces, food/water bowls, collars/ leashes, toys, beds) or on people’s clothing and hands for 12 to 24 hours before it dies. It is easily killed by handwashing with soap and water, normal laundering of clothing and bedding, and washing food/water bowls and toys with soap and water.
First Cases of H3N2 Dog Flu Confirmed in Florida
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in coordination with the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, announced today that the University of Florida has confirmed seven cases of H3N2 canine influenza virus, a.k.a. “dog flu.” Six additional results for the virus are pending. All dogs being treated are in stable condition. There is no evidence that H3N2 canine influenza virus infects people.
Remembering William Stifel
We received the sad news that William Stifel passed away recently. William F. Stifel was elected the fourteenth President of the American Kennel Club in March 1978. Mr. Stifel was born in June 1922 in Toledo, Ohio, and studied at Western Reserve Academy and Harvard University. During World War II, he served in the United […]
Remembering Blackie Nygood
We received the sad news that Frances “Blackie” Horn Nygood passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 Blackie was born at Beebe Hospital in Lewes, May 11, 1928. She was the daughter of William A. and Nettie Tappan Horn. Blackie spent her childhood and her summers on the Boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach and on Piney […]
The Westminster Kennel Club Gives Back To The Sport With New 2018 Donations And Junior Scholarship Increase
Three $10,000 Donations to Honor Agility, Obedience and Best Junior Winners New York, N.Y. - The Westminster Kennel Club is pleased to announce beginning in 2018, the club will donate $10,000 each to honor the respective winners of the Masters Agility Championship at Westminster and the Masters Obedience Championship at Westminster. Each donation will be given to […]
Letter to AKC Judges Regarding Conducting Oral Exams
The following letter has been sent to AKC conformation judges regarding conducting oral exams. Dear AKC Judge, Please be reminded, as included in its April 2015 communication to all judges, the Judging Operations Department strongly advises that all judges should ask the exhibitor to show the bite/open the mouth when conducting oral exams. This is being […]
Personal Message to Southeast Dog Show Exhibitors From AKC Veterinarian Dr. Jerry Klein
AKC Veterinarian, Dr. Jerry Klein, released the following message on his personal Facebook page regarding suspected cases of canine influenza at recent Southeast dog shows. This is an informal message from Dr. Klein. “Dear Dog Show Exhibitors In The Southeast, There have been reports of sick dogs suspected of having canine influenza. Dogs that were […]
NJ Alert: Contact Senators to Urge Support of Veto of S.3041
As previously reported by AKC, it is likely that an effort to override Governor Christie’s conditional veto of S.3041 will be attempted on Thursday, May 25th. It is imperative that all New Jersey residents contact their state senator and respectfully urge them to vote against any proposal to override the Governor’s conditional veto of S.3041. Click here to go to the AKC […]
