It is with the greatest sorrow that we share with you the passing of a Golden Retriever exhibitor Irina Smith. Irina and her puppy, Nicholas, were killed in a tragic accident in Montana on November 14, 2020. The beloved wife of Russ Smith, Irina loved Russ and her dogs more than anything. Many people recognized […]
We were just notified that the Council Bluffs KC dog shows scheduled for this weekend, November 21-22, 2020, have been cancelled. Here is the statement from the club: “We regret to inform you that the 2020 Council Bluffs Kennel Club Dog Show has been cancelled due to the new COVID-19 proclamation made by Governor Kim […]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, awards three Clinician-Scientist Fellowships for 2021. CHF’s Clinician-Scientist Fellowship Program was launched in 2013 to encourage and support the next generation of canine health researchers. Since then, more than thirty promising new scientists have received financial support to start their […]
Reminder! Entries close November 18th at 12:00 PM PST for the Lone Star State Classic Cluster. MB-F is the superintendent. This is your chance to attend a full day of independent specialties on Thursday along with 3 days of all breed shows. Don’t miss it!
Albright’s Raw Dog Food of Fort Wayne, IN is voluntarily recalling 67 cases of Chicken Recipe for Dogs because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products […]
On September 29, 2020, scientific experts from academia, industry, and veterinary medicine came together to participate virtually in a scientific forum hosted by Kansas State UniversityExternal Link Disclaimer (KSU) examining potential causes of non-hereditary canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. The event was a forum where scientists with research into DCM could share information, collaborate, and discuss […]
Reminder! Entries close November 18th at 3:00 PM CST for the 2020 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin and the AKC Royal Canin National All Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes! These events will be held Saturday and Sunday, December 12-13th 2020 in Orlando, Florida.
The American Kennel Club (AKC) and AKC Pet Insurance are pleased to announce the launch of the AKC Breeders Rewards Program. The program is designed to reward breeders who promote responsible dog ownership. Beginning November 10th, breeders who register their litters with the AKC can earn up to $10 per puppy for encouraging owners to […]
Voters in Denver have overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure that repeals the city’s 30-year breed ban. Ballot Proposal 2J, which was approved by an almost two-thirds margin, replaces the current ban on “pit bulls” with a new law that would allow residents to keep these dogs, with certain regulations. As outlined in a previous AKC […]
The Turkey Trot Cluster is live for entry with Onofrio Dog Shows. This cluster will be held Saturday, November 28th – Tuesday, December 1st in Springfield, Missouri. This cluster consists of the Tri-State Kennel Club and Rolla Missouri Kennel Club. Click here to view the Premium List.
