The Canine Chronicle is saddened to share the passing of Marcelo Chagas, who died on January 15, 2026. Marcelo was both a breeder-owner-handler and a successful professional handler in Brazil and the United States. He bred top-winning Beagles under the kennel prefix “Torquay” and Toy Manchester Terriers with his husband, Dr. Roger P. Travis-Chagas, under [...]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) invites pre-proposals for research that advances progress in treating, curing, or better management of degenerative myelopathy (DM) in dogs. This grant opportunity is made possible through the generosity of a dedicated donor, Bubba’s Buddies, who shares our vision to improve the quality of life for all dogs affected by this neurodegenerative disease. CHF welcomes innovative approaches that may include, but [...]
How do you determine when a dog has Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CCDS), sometimes called “doggy dementia”? For families with an aging dog, the question is deeply personal. Subtle changes, such as disorientation, disrupted sleep, house soiling, and clinging more to you, can be heartbreaking and worrisome. Is this simply normal aging? Or is it [...]
The cold weather is here and extra care needs to be taken to keep companion animals comfortable and healthy throughout the winter season. Dr. Kenneth Drobatz, Chief of the Emergency Service at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital, offers the following tips: Short-coated and small breed dogs should wear a sweater or coat to keep them warm [...]
By Lee Canalizo Originally Published July 2018 My article this month is in response to the news we hear daily with regard to new people coming to our shores. I can only write about what I know and the following is a bit about those I know who immigrated to the USA and found their [...]
Speaker: Dr. Michael Lappin Date/Time: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm ET Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) is a common and often fatal autoimmune condition where red blood cells are destroyed. The exact cause is unknown, but emerging evidence suggests that gut bacteria entering the bloodstream may trigger IMHA. This webinar will discuss research focused [...]
I jumped into my car to meet up with my friend, Wendy. We regularly put on some miles during the week. Like most cars, when I turn on my engine, the heat comes on, the side mirrors extend, the seat heaters light up, and the steering wheel drops into place. My car had been in for an “A” service the day before. Obviously, the technician needed to reset a few things. My husband and I swapped cars that day. He drives right by the dealership on his way to work. Naturally, I was left to manually reset all the bells and whistles in the car before leaving the driveway to begin my journey.
In the 19th century, French sportsmen from Brittany (in northwest France) began crossing their French spaniels with English Setters, and the result was the Brittany Spaniel. It differed from the French spaniels in being shorter bodied, with more leg, and it was more active.
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A four-year old Cavalier presented to a veterinarian emergency room with panting, a heart rate of 200, and tremors. Urgent lab work revealed hypokakemia (2.1 mmol/L), hyperglycemia (125 mg/dl), and metabolic acidosis (blood pH, venous 7.29). The dog was admitted and treated with IV fluids, IV potassium replacement, and oral propranolol. Over the next 24 hours, the dog’s heart rate, blood pressure, and electrolytes were corrected.
