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Embarassing Times Lurk Just Around the Corner
Life itself presents ample opportunities for humiliation or embarrassment. Certainly I’ve experienced several of these highly uncomfortable times through the years just in the course of doing my work as an investigative reporter.
Information Overload – Another AKC Website Overhaul
How many times has AKC overhauled the website? We all lost count ages ago. But one thing we know for sure is that nobody ever likes the results. Regardless of how many tweaks and revamps, it remains impossible to find what you need. You hunt around, becoming more exasperated and confused.
First Impressions Can Be Deceiving
Breeds change constantly; good or bad, no gene pool remains static. The problem is that we tend to gauge this in terms of stats and ads. What’s winning. What’s not. That looks pretty nice. OMG check this out! We never realize just how those handy resources threaten to sabotage our sensibilities or, more crucially, derail our evaluation skills.
The Fast Track to Dog Show Success
“Why yes – how fun – I did not know – A show with dogs was happening today. Let’s grab our dog and go learn how to play – This game of ‘dog show’ and win it – hurray!”
101 Park – AKC Gets Its New Digs
By Amy Fernandez “We’re movin on up, To the East Side…To a deluxe apartment in the sky…” Remember that one? Well, as the dog world knows by now, AKC is indeed moving. And somehow, when you take a peek at them comfortably ensconced in their new corporate digs over at 101 Park, that catchy tune […]
Preservation Breeders – Advancements in Genetic Testing
As genetic testing becomes more commonplace, it behooves us to stay abreast of this rapidly changing field and to spend our dollars wisely.
Unlucky 13 – The Threat to Greyhound Racing
Elephants, whales, and—-racing greyhounds? Right now Amendment 13, a proposal to end greyhound racing, is on the ballot in Florida.
IMHO – Judges Talk About Current Issues in the Sport
We asked 3 experienced AKC judges 2 questions about current issues affecting our sport. Here’s what they had to say…
The Big E – Cherished Moments in the Ring
As it often does, my tale begins with a phone call. A fellow Cavalier breeder was inquiring about my availability to judge a specialty show for a regional breed club.
