Embark Veterinary, Inc., a global leader in dog genetics, today announced its partnership with the iconic Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. This marks the second year Embark and Westminsterhave teamed up; the two organizations share a common goal to advance canine health research and increase the longevity and vitality of dogs. “We are excited and proud […]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat and cure canine disease, announces that Purina has donated $124,953 to support canine health research. The gift was presented to CHF Board Chairman Dr. J. Charles Garvin and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Diane Brown at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog […]
We received the sad news that Mrs. Judith Franklin of Williamsburg, Virginia passed away unexpectedly on February 1st 2020. Mrs. Franklin’s involvement in the sport of purebred dogs spanned over 50 years. She had a background in Miniature Schnauzers, Kerry Blue Terriers, and Smooh Fox Terriers, which she was most known for. She was a […]
Following is the current list of “Low Entry Breeds”, effective March 1, 2020: Affenpinscher Airedale Terrier American English Coonhound American Eskimo Dog American Foxhound American Hairless Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Dog Australian Terrier Azawakh Barbet Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois (7/1/20) Belgian Malinois Belgian Sheepdog Bergamasco Sheepdog Berger Picard Black and Tan Coonhound Black Russian Terrier […]
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2020 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2020. The 2020 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes […]
Organization records over 3 million entries across Performance, Conformation, Companion and Family Dog events. New York, NY – The American Kennel Club, the world’s largest dog registry, advocate for dogs, and the governing body in the United States, continues to be the leader in the sport of dogs with a record setting increase to 3.3 […]
We received the sad news that Cheryl Robbins of Savannah, Georgia passed away yesterday following complications from cancer. Cheryl bred Boxers under the Cherkei prefix with immeasurable success. Cherkei Boxers account for numerous champions, Best in Show, and Specialty Best in Show winners. Cheryl was also an AKC Judge. Her contributions to the sport of […]
From the Show Chairman to our Exhibitors: The 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is fast approaching, and our Dog Show Committee and Staff are busy putting the finishing touches on what we believe will be another iconic show. We appreciate the support received from the Fancy in going to a 3 day show […]
Anya Vasilis Age 34, of Swissvale, PA, passed on January 22nd, 2020. She was the daughter of Cynthia Johansson Vasilis of Brackenridge, PA and Stelios Vasilis of Athens Greece. She is survived by her mother, father; brother, Johnny Vasilis; and husband, Eric Dobratz. Anya was a breeder of German Shepherd Dogs and a skilled dog show handler for […]
Due to the strong interest in our show, presale of daytime spectator tickets at Pier 94 have been suspended in accordance with local building capacity codes. Purple exhibitor tickets, as shown below, contained in the MB-F packet, will provide entrance for all three days of Pier judging. Additional tickets for daily admission only will be […]
