All dog breeds were bred to perform a specific purpose. We want to see our readers’ dogs doing the work they were bred to do to be shared on The Canine Chronicle! Thank you Douglas Tighe for sharing this Form Follows Function photo of your Brittany, CH Hopes Never Ending Story RN SH, doing what [...]
Originally published: May 2019 by Elaine Lessig We asked experienced AKC judges two questions about current issues affecting our sport. Here’s what they had to say… ELAINE LESSIG – AKC JUDGE Name the top three ways that being a judge makes you better at organizing an all-breed dog show? Those of us who judge and [...]
I am sure those who live in the Southern California area would agree there are significantly fewer shows in that area now than there were a few years ago. Several clubs have folded and those still active have difficulties such as aging membership and securing affordable, decent venues to hold shows. While Southern California [...]
We want to see our readers #NextGeneration photos to be shared on The #CanineChronicle! You may remember this adorable little girl, Azura, and her balloon puppy we featured in June. At that time, she was preparing for her ring debut. Thank you Alia Connors for sharing this this new photo of your daughter, Azura, in the [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
