2015 Conformation Point Schedule Released
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.
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Remembering Glenn Skinner
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 […]
Do You Know A Canine Hero? Nominate A Dog For An AKC Humane Fund Award For Canine Excellence!
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 […]
Winners Crowned at the American Kennel Club National Agility Championship
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 […]
NY Assembly Passes Debarking Ban — Contact the Senate
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 Update: Bill to Modify Use of Hunting Traps that Could Harm Pets
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 […]
Remembering Charles Schaefer
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 […]
Winners Crowned at the AKC Rally & Obedience National Championships
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 […]
AKC Supports Veterinarian-Led Bill to Protect Dogs and Crack Down on Animal Cruelty
The American Kennel Club (AKC) strongly supports North Carolina Senate Bill 209, which takes important measures to protect the health and welfare of all dogs in the state. SB 209, sponsored by North Carolina Senators Trudy Wade, DVM, Bill Rabon, DVM and Andrew Brock, would establish the “NC Pets We Care Hotline” to allow North […]
AKC March Chairman’s Report
- The Progress at AKC – New York, NY – As I am sure you will recall, before Ronald Reagan became President of the United States, he had a very successful career as a television and film star and as the head of the Screen Actors Guild. What you might not remember was his long-running role […]
