Kaz Hosaka’s sad and untimely death in June of 2024 left behind two significant figures in his life: Roxanne Wolf, his partner/wife of nearly 30 years, and his last champion, Miniature Poodle GCHG Surrey Sage. Anyone who was at the show, or watching on television, remembers the moment of their win, announced by BIS judge Rosalind Kramer–Hosaka on his knees, bowed over with emotion, with his face buried in Sage’s coat. It wasn’t showmanship, it was love.
Wishing all our readers, breeders, exhibitors, and furry friends a joyful holiday season. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to more exciting moments with you in the year ahead. May your Christmas be filled with love, joy, and tail-wags! With warm wishes, The Canine Chronicle Team
By Amy Fernandez Dogs certainly have a prominent place in the Guinness Book of World Records, biggest dog, smallest dog, oldest dog, smartest dog. In addition to the expected thrills, there is plenty of more offbeat records such as longest dog tongue (7.31 inches), most tennis balls held in mouth (five), highest jump (75.5 in), […]
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 […]
