There’s a simple truth about the participants in any competition, including dog shows. That truism is the competitors entered the contest with the intention of winning it. I don’t think anyone joins the field of play with the sole goal of enjoying the experience. They entered because they believed they were good enough to win the event–and that is their goal.
We are sharing AKC Board Delegate Pat Cruz’s entire speech to the Delegate Body in Orlando. Read Pat’s thoughts on AKC moving forward below: Good morning Delegates – for those of you who don’t know me, allow me to introduce myself. I am Pat Cruz, Delegate for 20 years for Heart of the Plains KC in […]
Purina – a global leader in pet care – announced it has awarded research grants to three distinguished scientific teams from the United States and Hungary as part of its biennial Purina Sponsorship for Human-Animal Bond Studies program. Each project will receive up to $40,000 to advance understanding of the bond between pets and people, […]
GCHS Excelsia’s Outside Of Tiffany’s Box An early start as a special resulted in remarkable success: Ten Best In Shows Multiple Reserve Best in Shows Multiple Specialty Best In Shows Click here to read the complete article 10 – The Annual, 2025-26 Click here to read the complete article 10 – The Annual, 2025-26
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration conditionally approved Credelio Quattro-CA1 (lotilaner, moxidectin, praziquantel, pyrantel) chewable tablets for the treatment of infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS) larvae (myiasis) in dogs and puppies at least eight weeks of age and weighing at least 3.3 pounds. The conditional approval means the FDA has determined Credelio Quattro-CA1 […]
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is proud to announce the AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport honorees. Consistent with its mission of promoting the breeding of purebred dogs for type and function, the AKC […]
By Amy Fernandez We all talk to our dogs. However, claiming that your dogs understand what you’re saying generally evokes reactions ranging from skepticism to worry. I’m not referring to the “sit, stay, shut up” sort of talk. I mean those routine conversational discussions. And don’t try to deny doing it. Anyone living with dogs […]
Join us for an interview series where we get to know some of our most successful owner-handlers in purebred dogs. How did you get started in the sport of purebred dogs, and how did you acquire your first show dog? I had retired from my career in law enforcement and we had sold our horse […]
The 20th annual AKC® Agility Invitational took place December 13-14, 2025 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the 25th AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. The top five dogs in each breed received an invitation to compete in this prestigious event. Agility competition for junior handlers […]
Join us for an interview series where we get to know some of our most successful breeder-owner-handlers in purebred dogs. How did you get started in the sport of purebred dogs, and did you have any mentors? In 1987 I purchased a Pet quality Min Pin and read about obedience training. Took her to a […]
