So God Made A Dog
A reminder of how special our dogs are, despite the losses and above the wins we take home each week. Poem written by: Paul Harvey
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From The CC Vault: Sophisticated Connoisseurship
By Dr. Gareth Morgan-Jones Originally published: April 2013 In the firmament of purebred dog breeding and conformation competition, the matter of degrees of sophistication dictates how, to what extent, and at which level, each person participates. In all of this, expert knowledge, taste, and understanding quite obviously play a crucial part. Discrimination and appreciation of [...]
From The CC Vault: The Buzz About Bouvier des Flandres – What The Standard Doesn’t Tell You
What The Standard Doesn’t Tell You About The Bouvier des Flandres Compiled by many owners, over many years Photo Credit: Bill Hollinger Living with a Bouvier is often amusing, routinely challenging and occasionally confusing. The Standard describes the Bouvier as agile, spirited and bold, yet serene and well behaved. That doesn’t come close to telling [...]
The Falling Leaves Drift By The Windows…
In 1950, the late, great American songwriter, Johnny Mercer, wrote the English lyrics for a hit titled “Autumn Leaves.” While the song lyrics mourn a lost love, the first few words of the song are also a siren call to all hunting dog owners that the seasons for which they have trained all spring and summer has arrived. When the autumn leaves of red and gold start to fall, it’s time to start doing what the dogs were meant to do–go hunting.
Wendell Sammet – A Life Dedicated to the Poodle Part 3
An established brand name speaks for itself. Nabisco, Gillette, Ivory, the reasons are pretty clear. Soap, cookies, razors–a dime a dozen. But if you want the really good stuff, you automatically seek that brand name reassurance. For instance, a recent marketing survey revealed that companies owning the leading brand in 19 of 22 broad categories have held their top ranking position for a century.
#ThrowbackThursday – Guess Who?
Guess Who? Are you ready for this week’s #ThrowbackThursday Canine Chronicle Cover edition? Do you remember the dog? What about the handler, owners and breeders? Check back on Monday for the correct answer! Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Liz Powell at showresults@caninechronicle.com with [...]
Closet Confidential – Montgomery County Kennel Club
From inside and outside the rings during this world-renowned all-terrier show, there were a wide variety of creative, colorful outfits along with a strong representation of ensembles with more muted tones. Both fashion choices were seen being worn by the exhibitors, judges, club members, and officials on this chilly, windy day. Here a taste of the best of the best during the day of Glam Cam coverage. Do you have a fav?
Happy Thanksgiving From The Canine Chronicle!
The Canine Chronicle would like to wish everyone a happy, safe, and enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday with your friends and family. Happy Thanksgiving!
Wendell Sammet – A Life Dedicated to the Poodle – Part 2
A decade into his serendipitous career, Wendell was handling for Hollycourt, regularly picking up new clients, and obviously doing something right. He hadn’t followed a traditional roadmap, but he knew he was on the right track. As Seneca noted a few thousand years earlier, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity”. And he was in for the opportunity of a lifetime.
Watch the National Dog Show Presented by Purina Tomorrow!
The National Dog Show Presented by Purina, the beloved holiday tradition for families across the nation, has delivered blockbuster TV ratings since it debuted in 2002, as a celebration of America’s fascination with man’s best friend. Hosted by John O’Hurley, the Seinfeld ensemble actor (catalog king J. Peterman) and the ultimate champion of ABC’s inaugural [...]
