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From The CC Vault: When & When Not to Waste Your Entry Fee
By Chris Robinson Originally published: October 2014 One of the virtues of getting old is that you get to sit back, put your feet up on your desk and pontificate. Sometimes the folks in your vicinity are even polite enough to listen to what you have to say. In this pontification, I’m going to offer […]
Turning the Tide on Canine Epilepsy Through Research
When a Seizure Changes Everything Natalie remembers the moment it first happened with painful clarity. She was standing at the sink washing vegetables while her three-year-old black Standard Poodle, Max, wandered casually around. A sudden thud shattered the ordinary evening. She turned to see him lying on the floor, his body stiff and then suddenly […]
The American Kennel Club’s “AKC Eddy Award” For Breeder Education Is Now Accepting Applications
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is pleased to announce that applications for the AKC Eddy Award are now open through September 1, 2026. The AKC Eddy Award is designed to encourage […]
Irish Terrier Club of Chicago Celebrates It’s 100th Anniversary!
On June 13, 2026, at the Great Lakes All Terrier Association (GLATA) show cluster in Grayslake, Illinois, The Irish Terrier Club of Chicago (ITCC) will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary. On Sunday June 14, the club will host the Irish Terrier Club of America’s Traveling Specialty, with yet another specialty planned on Friday June 13, 2026. […]
From The CC Vault: The Anatomy of Movement
As lifestyles have changed so too has the role of dogs in our lives. Man’s best friend, to most of us, is a loyal companion who gives us so much love, devotion, joy, protection and finally heartbreak when an all too short life comes to an end. No longer do many of our Herding dogs herd, our Nordic breeds go in harness, our Terriers go to ground, our Sporting dogs and Hounds give chase, flush, point and retrieve, nor do our Bulldogs bait, our Poodles retrieve, on goes the list.
From The CC Vault: Structure And Movement – Preparation Meets Opportunity
By Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia In humans and canines, body structure can be related to overall health. If a human has legs that are bowed out or bowed inward or if the spine is curved, that person is likely to suffer from pain and other health problems. The same can be true for canines and […]
Sequencing the Clues Behind a Mystery Canine Respiratory Disease
A New Question in Canine Respiratory Health Respiratory infections are familiar to many dog owners, often grouped under the umbrella term “kennel cough,” which can include coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, and difficulty breathing when the deeper tissues are affected. But when an unusually long lasting and medication-resistant form of canine respiratory disease began appearing across […]
The Dog Days Are Here! AKC Museum Of The Dog’s Member Art Contest Open Now
Ever dreamed of seeing your artwork displayed in a New York City museum? The AKC Museum of the Dog is inviting members to unleash their creativity in the return of the beloved Dog Days of Summer Members Art Competition, a juried exhibition celebrating artistic talent and the enduring inspiration of dogs. Open to visual artists […]
Finding Resistance: How Research Is Helping Veterinarians Outsmart Canine Hookworms
Hookworms are parasites that live in the soil and can infect dogs. Dogs can get hookworms in different ways: by swallowing them, through skin contact, or, in the case of puppies, through their mother’s milk. Using hook-like mouths with sharp cutting plates, they attach to a dog’s intestinal wall and feed on blood. Signs of […]
