By Amy Fernandez Jack London long ago faded off the charts as a popular author- except for dog people. Most of us avidly read his works as children, and more than a few of us continue to re-read his classics like Call of the Wild and White Fang. Recently, one of his letters was discovered […]
by Amy Fernandez In 1952, the Long Coat Chihuahua became the last recipient of AKC’s coveted designation of separate variety status. AKC hasn’t wavered from that policy for a half -century despite the convincing evidence many clubs have presented for their breeds. The fact that the Chihuahua Club of America attained this holy grail suggests […]
Inbreeding, linebreeding and outcrossing are terms describing the three methods for blending canine bloodlines to achieve a desired consistency of genotype and phenotype. Used wisely, they provide enlightened breeders with an array of valuable systems to aid you in determining the direction and control of a well-planned breeding program. Each plays a vital role in meeting the needs of the small breeder. And, in the larger scope, of the preservation and maintenance of the breed and it’s most desired characteristics. Defined briefly:
By Sarah Sprouse, Legislative Analyst, AKC Government Relations Would you lie to get a handicapped parking placard? Would you fake an injury that required the use of a wheelchair to obtain special services? Would you feign a life threatening illness to qualify for a Make-A-Wish trip? Most people would never do these things because they […]
The AKC Communications and Marketing departments are always looking for ways we can keep fanciers better updated on new programs, initiatives and events. One way were doing this is through a new partnership with Canine Chronicle. An open conversation between all of us will help us all work together for the betterment of dogs! Each […]
by Amy Fernandez Lately, AKC seems to introduce new classes and revise requirements faster than exhibitors can keep up with the changes. This industrious tinkering is meant to rekindle exhibitor participation as entries continue to flat-line. There’s no question that the regular classes are long overdue for an overhaul. But AKC hasn’t really investigated that […]
by Lisa Dubé Forman Kid’s love dogs and Show Dogs Escape to the Seashore by Marsha Hall Brown is a charming children’s story filled with adventures involving our beloved companions. Written not just as a teaching aid to educate kids about dog shows but instead an adventurous tale that may fulfill a child’s fantasy of […]
By Amy Fernandez Almost overnight, biotech drugs have transitioned from a futuristic concept to an indispensible aspect of modern medicine. They now rank as seven of the top 10 prescription drugs for humans and may soon have an equally big impact in veterinary medicine. Among other breakthroughs, gene sequencing provided new insight into disease processes […]
by Dee Wingfield My name is Dee Wingfield, mostly from Florida, but I can be found traveling in my motor home almost anywhere these days. I am probably best known as a rescue person, but really I am a Keeshond person. I rescue Kees because I love them, not because I want to be a […]
Kids and dogs have long gone hand-in-hand. Youngsters beg parents for puppies, cuddle stuffed pooches till they’re ragged, and scour books full of canine capers. Now non-profit organizations can use this child-focused fascination with dogs of all breeds to help raise funds with the children’s books in the Super Bouv Series. Just think about it…what […]
