Dogs from All 50 States and Over a Dozen Countries Will Vie for Best in Show In a record entry, 4,177 dogs will compete for the title of National Champion at the 14th annual AKC/Eukanuba National Championship on December 13 and 14, 2014 in Orlando, Florida. The show is held in conjunction with the AKC […]
The New York City Council Committee on Health is scheduled to consider several revised measures on Monday, November 24 that would impact pet stores and breeders who sell more than 25 dogs in New York City in a year. Thanks to AKC’s communications with the council, and your calls and e-mails earlier this year, the […]
It is with great sadness and regret that we report the passing of Mamie Gregory on Saturday, November 15th, 2014. Mamie was a longtime dedicated fancier; her commitment to the sport influenced a wide variety of breeds including Maltese and Brussels Griffons. The Canine Chronicle extends sincere condolences to Mamie’s family and friends during the […]
Reminder: Entries for the prestigious 14th annual AKC/Eukanuba National Championship close today, November 12th 2014, at 3:00 PM (CST). The superintendent is Onofrio Dog Shows. The AKC/Eukanuba National Championship is on December 13th and December 14th at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. All Sporting, Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting Breeds and Junior Showmanship will […]
The American Kennel Club is still seeking insightful personal comments and suggestions regarding the newly proposed Judges Approval Process. The proposed Judges Approval Process can be reviewed here. Responses, including comments, suggestions, questions, and overall agreement or disagreement, are requested no later than Tuesday, November 18, 2014. Responses can be emailed to judgingapproval@akc.org.
The following judge change has been announced for the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. The following breeds originally assigned to Mr. Kari Jarvinen will be now be judged by Mrs. Betty Leininger: Chihuahuas (Both Varieties), Chinese Cresteds, Italian Greyhounds, and Toy Poodles. Sr. Mr. Jarvinen’s Miscellaneous class assignment will now be judged by Sr. David Ojalvo and […]
At their November 4th meeting the Lee County Board of Commissioners will be introducing a revised animal control ordinance that essentially repeals a problematic ordinance adopted back in February. The revised ordinance will REMOVE the mandatory spay/neuter provisions, the breeder licensing and inspections provisions, and will reinstate reasonable animal control laws in Lee County. It is critical that […]
On Sunday, September 28th, AKC received a complaint regarding Ms. Lin Allen (AKA Hackney) and the care of dogs being kept in completely unacceptable conditions at her property. An immediate inspection was scheduled. Two days later, the AKC Executive Field Agent found the location vacant with no visible sign of dogs. A second unsuccessful attempt […]
The American Kennel Club is seeking feedback on the 2014 Proposed Judges Approval Process. Please review the proposal and send in your comments to judgingapproval@akc.org no later than Tuesday, November 18, 2014. To follow is a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the newly Proposed Judges Approval Process. Q: Why is the Board considering changing […]
The American Kennel Club is seeking feedback on the following Judges Approval Process. Please review the proposal and send in your comments to judgingapproval@akc.org no later than Tuesday, November 18, 2014. The proposed Judges Approval Process was designed in response to feedback from exhibitors, clubs, and judges. In developing the proposal there were three objectives […]
