Editor’s Note: We were all shocked and saddened by the passing of Mr. James Reynolds. In our effort to make sure the news of his death reached the fancy, we published an ever so brief obituary for him. Yesterday, Jim’s daughter-in-law, Paula Hall, sent us a more complete obituary written by his son, Brett. We [...]
TheGlen of Imaal Terrier is one of four Irish terrier breeds recognized by AKC and was named for his place of origin in County Wicklow, Ireland. The breed began in the later 16th century when soldiers settled in the area after putting down a rebellion. They crossed their own low-slung hounds with local terriers, eventually resulting in this breed.
We want to see your best summertime photos to be shared on The Canine Chronicle! Thank you Marc Sabo for sharing this fun photo of your Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs enjoying the Summer. Marc says, “The Swissy boys are grillin’ and chillin!” Please send us fun photos of your dogs enjoying the season. Are they [...]
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 Diane Wright for sharing this Form Follows Function photo of your German Shepherd Dog, CH Laxfield’s Cold Hard Cash TT HSC, [...]
Robert “Bob” Weatherwax, a trainer and owner of the original Lassie, died on Friday. He was 83. Weatherwax’s death was confirmed by his son, also named Robert, on Instagram. He wrote, “It is with great sorry that I announce the passing of my legendary dog-training father. Robert Walter Weatherwax (L) — 4 June 1941 – [...]
I think the ‘black and tan’ found in dogs is one of the smartest, most eye-catching of canine coloration combinations. It’s found in numerous breeds–including both the breeds I have kept and bred, Dachshunds and Rottweilers. It’s also the coloration of today’s subject, the Manchester Terrier, who, for a number of years, was so proud of its coloration it actually went by the name of “Black and Tan Terrier”.
Heads up to all professional handlers! In July 2024 The AKC Board of Directors voted to establish a policy to require all professional handlers and agents listed in dog show catalogs to successfully complete the Stewards of Children training from Darkness to Light once every three years, effective January 1, 2025. The program is [...]
The Canine Chronicle is saddened to hear of the passing of judge James Reynolds. Mr Reynolds became involved in the sport of dogs in 1956. He was a successful breeder of Scottish Terriers under the kennel name Renaldo where he produced many American and Canadian champions as well as several Canadian Best In Show winners. [...]
We want to see our readers #NextGeneration photos to be shared on The #CanineChronicle! Thank you Wayne Cavanaugh for sharing this adorable photo of your granddaughter, Tatum. Wayne says she loves to brush their English Toy Spaniel! Do your children train the puppies? Do they love to groom the dogs and get them show ready? Do [...]
BLAST FROM THE PAST Who is your favorite Wire Fox Terrier? Tell us about your favorite WIRE FOX TERRIER 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. [...]
