Author’s Note: This article was originally written and published in 2008. I updated it in April 2020. It is still as relevant today as it was then. By Louis Krokover Over the past several months I have been asked questions and to write down my opinion on our sport. Looking back on my family’s history […]
The English Toy Spaniel is thought to have originated from China and/or Japan or perhaps bred down from the Spaniels from Spain. They have been well-documented for centuries, and included in many paintings. They were favorites of England’s Charles I and Charles II, and were especially popular during the reign of the latter. Charles II lent his name to the breed which is called the King Charles Spaniel in places other than the United States and Canada.
The AKC Museum of the Dog is thrilled to announce its second annual Paws on Parade, happening Saturday, September 23rd at Bryant Park from 11 AM to 3:30PM. The event will feature collective art making, fun photo opportunities, dog awards, food and drink vendors all culminating in a celebratory march around the park. There will also be demonstrations […]
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Did you correctly guess this week’s #ThrowbackThursday Canine Chronicle Cover edition? Answer: GCH Brookwood Diamond In The Ruff handled by Shelby Roberts and owned by Beverly Warren 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 your photos!
Many breeds and their clubs are now beginning to feel the effects of decline and most can point to at least one or more problems that need to be solved. What makes their problems complicated is the amount of effort needed and their ability to find agreement on what actions to take. This dilemma becomes more apparent with the recent announcement by the American Kennel Club (AKC) Purebred Preservation Bank Committee (PPB ) (6), that nine breeds will become extinct in the AKC stud book.
The Min Pin has endured a bumpy ride to purebred success. In a sense, the breed was waiting for those visionary breeders to come along and make it real.
As summer begins to wind down, festive outdoor barbeques transition to indoor crock-pot feasts. After that slowly simmering supper has been served, however, the toxicology experts at Pet Poison Helpline want to warn pet lovers not to leave the leftovers out where an animal can find them. “Many pet lovers think their animals are indestructible […]
Judges are both highly visible and opaque. Tireless, courteous and vigilant, they toil away week after week in all sorts of weather and venues, logging frequent flier miles, creating their own versions of Route 66, and making the acquaintance of every hotel and motel chain in America. They travel with rain gear, and own many pairs of practical shoes.
From inside and outside the rings at shows during the summer months, there were great summer outfits galore worn by the exhibitors, judges, club members, and officials. Here is just a taste of the best of the best during the days of Glam Cam coverage. Do you have a fav?
