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“Why do we breed and show dogs?
It is certainly not to get rich.”
When you look around the dog show arena how many people in your breed are friends? How many people outside your breed do you know? Will you be able to count on all or most of these fellow competitors in an emergency? The camaraderie that comes with this sport knows no bounds. If I am on an airplane and hear someone talking about their show or performance dog I turn around and say hello. We are kindred spirits. I probably don’t know them. They may have a different breed of dog. However, there is this unspoken connection which enables you to engage in a conversation. We both speak a language and take part in a sport few people understand.
October 27th, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
By Gay Dunlap Originally published: January 2012 I have been a breeder of purebred dogs for longer than many of you have been alive. I am not alone for, in fact, many share incredible longevity within the fancy. I lay claim to forty-two years and there are others who have been at the game even […]
October 26th, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
One of the most significant pearls of wisdom I was fortunate to receive over the years was in these words: A sound dog will age more gracefully, be less likely to break down from stress or injury, experience less fatigue and greater efficiency in work, and stay healthier and more attractive throughout its life. The originator of this most eloquent of reasons to breed carefully and thoughtfully has my deepest respects.
October 25th, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
This time-honored tradition celebrating excellence in writing about dogs is back! The Olympics of the dog-writing world has resumed after a two-year hiatus. The Contest Chair, Barbara Magera, said, “We are pleased to hold the 2022 competition. The contest celebrates writers and artists who educate people, champion causes, advocate for dogs, make us laugh, and […]
October 24th, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured,The Buzz | Read More »
Suomen-pystykorva–the national dog of Finland, also called Finsk Spets–translates as Finnish prick-eared dog. In AKC, it is called the Finnish Spitz. Developed in Finland from Spitz-type dogs for thousands of years, it was used to hunt all types of game. His skill at barking and pointing game in trees led to his specialization in hunting birds.
October 24th, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
By Pilar Kuhn Originally published: June 2013 We often hear folks in our community lament that we don’t have mentorship like we used to, but I wonder if that’s more reflective of the mentality of dog people today? Do we, the younger generation of fanciers, really take the time to listen and learn from those […]
October 23rd, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
French Bulldogs have dominated America’s purebred scene for several years now. Once again they topped the AKC registration stats for 2021 and there’s no sign of any slowdown there. This triumph is well-deserved, but also surprising.
October 23rd, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Costumes and masks, lights and decorations, and a constant parade of strangers coming to your door— Halloween can be a downright spooky experience for pets. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) offers the following tips on what pet owners can do to make Halloween safer for their furry friends. You can protect your pets by […]
October 22nd, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
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October 22nd, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
If you’ve ever given your entire heart to a dog, then you know the price you must eventually pay. The only thing that can ever cure the loss of a great love is another love, and even though it’s not easy to understand this at the time when your heart is breaking into little, shattered pieces, the best thing to do is to get another dog. Don’t look back, just throw your heart over and bring home another somebody to love.
October 21st, 2022 | Posted in Current Articles,Dog Show History,Featured | Read More »
