Chicago Tribune Article by Linda Girardi VCA Aurora Animal Hospital has a sign at its main entrance alerting dog owners of a canine influenza outbreak that has veterinarians taking precautions to prevent the spread of the highly contagious disease. “We have a Step-Down Ward to keep dogs suspected of having the canine flu. If full-blown symptoms of […]
The Salina Kennel Club Dog Show in Valley Center, Kansas is delayed two and a half hours due to no power at the show grounds. Last night, there were 80 mph winds and a hail storm. Even with a delayed show and no power, it does not stop Perry Payson from handing out The Canine […]
The AKC has released the new 2015 Conformation Point Schedule. It will take effect on May 13, 2015. To check out the new point schedule in your state, click here.
It is with great regret that we report the passing of Glenn Skinner, Sr. of Waterford, Connecticut this week following a brave battle with cancer. Mr. Skinner was the husband of well known boxer handler, Carmen Skinner. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. The Canine Chronicle would like […]
New York, NY – To celebrate the dogs that do extraordinary things for their human counterparts, the AKC Humane FundSM is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). Nominations open April 1, 2015 and winners will be announced summer 2015. Each year, the AKC Humane Fund pays tribute to […]
New York, N.Y. – Eleven AKC® National Agility Champions were crowned this weekend at the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) National Agility Championship, held at the Reno Livestock Events Center in Reno, Nevada. The Championship, sponsored by J & J Dog Supplies, MAX 200, M.A.D. Agility and Voyce, drew a combined entry of more than 1,000 of the fastest and more […]
AKC Legislative Alert The NY Assembly has approved a statewide ban on debarking, and now the bill is pending in the Senate Agriculture Committee. The AKC opposes this bill, which would restrict the rights of responsible dog owners to make viable, safe decisions on behalf of their pets in conjunction with their veterinarian. Read AKC’s […]
Minnesota Senate File 1325 seeks to modify the use of certain traps used in hunting, and would require the reporting of pets or companion animals found caught in traps. SF 1325 is currently pending in the Minnesota State Senate after being passed by both the Environment and Energy and Judiciary committees. Minnesota dog owners and enthusiasts […]
It is with great regret that we report the passing of Mr. Charles Schaefer of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mr. Schaefer was a longtime dedicated fancier and supporter of the sport of purebred dogs. Notably, he was a member of the Kennel Club of Philadelphia since 1982 and was one of the club’s longest serving members. He […]
New York, N.Y. – The 2015 Obedience and AKC Rally® National Champions were crowned this weekend at the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) National Obedience Championship and the AKC Rally National Championship, held at Purina Farms just outside of St. Louis, Missouri. The Championships, sponsored by J & J Dog Supplies, RB Rubber Products, Inc. and Purina® Pro Plan®, drew a combined entry […]
