BLAST FROM THE PAST Who is your favorite Old English Sheepdog? Tell us about your favorite OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG of all time. Your answer MUST be a DECEASED dog from the past. Please include registered name, call name, and the reasons why you believe this particular dog was the very best example of its breed. [...]
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 [...]
Did you correctly answer this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Answer: Scott Sommer Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Liz Powell at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos!
New research analysing the breathing function in Boston Terriers has been published this week, as part of a wider commitment to understanding and improving the health of brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds. Conducted by the BOAS Research Group at the University of Cambridge and led by Dr Fran Tomlinson, the research examined factors contributing to the risk [...]
It is every breeder’s dream: to take his or her cherished bitch, breed her to the stud dog on whom many hours of research was spent to produce a happy and healthy litter from which their future National Specialty winner will come. However, between this dream and the reality lie a multitude of determinants that can dramatically affect the results, not the least of which is a considerable investment of time, energy, and money.
By Sharon Albright, DVM, CCRT Manager of Communications & Veterinary Outreach, AKC Canine Health Foundation As a new year begins, many people make – and break – New Year’s resolutions regarding their weight and health. Setting aside any judgments on this practice, maintaining your dog at a healthy weight is always a worthy commitment. According [...]
Administering your pet’s medication can often be challenging, especially when it involves an injection. Since the introduction of Ozempic® and other semaglutide weight-loss medications, however, there have been multiple cases where a diabetic pet has been accidentally administered Ozempic rather than their prescribed insulin. “If you’re not paying close attention, Ozempic can be easily confused with insulin,” said Dr. Renee [...]
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the AKC Agility League recently concluded its eighth season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were named in each of the 10 divisions, including the League’s new [...]
Pictured above as a young puppy, this Old English Sheepdog is a Multiple All-Breed Best In Show Winner and Multiple Best In Specialty Show Winner. Can you name this current show dog? Please share your guesses in the comments on the Canine Chronicle A Star Is Born post on our Facebook and Instagram! The puppy pictured above is [...]
Guess Who? Are you ready for this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Who do you recognize in this photo? Check back on Monday for the correct answer! Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Liz Powell at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos!
