Responding to the article in the New York Times that speculated about the supposed poisoning of a dog at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on February 13, 2013, the club has issued a statement regarding the report. The statement from David Frei reads: We have never, to our knowledge, had an incident at our show […]
Don and Pat Rodgers were involved in a near fatal accident on the way home from the shows in San Jose, CA on Tuesday, February 19. This is an update of how the Rodgers’ family is recovering from that experience. Their daughter, Kate Getty, has provided an update to share with the dog fancy. […]
Eukanuba will be holding a Breeders Stakes at the Kentuckiana Cluster, March 15 & 16. The following information outlines the entry, ring and judging procedure for the Eukanuba Breeder Stakes. Eukanuba Breeders Stakes Overview In the Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes, the judge will evaluate the overall quality of the breeder’s program • Evaluating the breeding program […]
Professional handler Don Rodgers along with his wife Patricia and their assistant Debra Carter, were involved in an accident on the way home from this past weekend’s shows in San Jose, CA when their motorhome collided with the rear of a semi truck on northbound Interstate 5 in Washingston state. The cab of their vehicle […]
The Canine Chronicle would like to express our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Mrs. Thomas F. (Diana) Powers following her passing on Wednesday, February 14. Diana is remembered for her great Irish Wolfhounds from the famous Powerscourt Kennel. She served the dog community in many capacities, including being the AKC delegate from […]
Highlights from the February 7-8, 2013 meeting of the AKC Board of Directors are as follows. Full details on these actions, as well as other actions taken, are included in the minutes for the meeting, which will be posted on the AKC website. The American Hairless Terrier, the Norrbottenspets, the Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen, […]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation held a charity cocktail party in New York City at the Affinia Manhattan Hotel on Saturday, February 9th. The proceeds will help to prevent, treat and cure canine disease.
Angels On A Leash held a benefit party, Saturday, February 9 at the Affinia Hotel in New York, NY. Guests of honor included past Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show winners – Malachy the Pekingese (2012), Hickory the Scottish Deerhound (2011), Sadie the Scottish Terrier (2010) and Uno the Beagle (2008). Angel On A Leash champions […]
The official Westminster app will be your 2013 guide to the daytime judging and benching at Piers 92/94.
The Canine Chronicle would like to express our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Carol Kepler following her passing on Monday, January 28. Carol proudly bred many Doberman Pinscher champions under the Carolon’s prefix. Carol was a former Professional All-breed Dog Handler as well as an AKC licensed judge.
