At the annual meeting of the American Kennel Club on March 10, 2026, the Delegates elected members to the AKC Board of Directors. The Directors elected were: Class of 2030 • Domenic Palleschi Carota, Delegate, Pharaoh Hound Club of America • Jason Hoke, Delegate, Chain O’Lakes Kennel Club • Sue Goldberg, Delegate, Lewiston-Auburn Kennel Club, Inc. [...]
I am penning this article in two parts. The first part is being written in advance of my Westminster assignment; the second part: post-assignment.
In Episode 6 Wayne & Kim discuss how a legendary dog show became unforgettable for everyone watching. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
FCI President Dr. Tamás Jakkel chose the Clumber Spaniel male, Sh Ch Vanitonia Soloist, Breeder-Owner-Handled by Lee Cox, as his Best In Show winner at Crufts 2026. ©Anna Szabo / Royal Kennel Club
Did you correctly answer this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Answer: Handler Pamela Sage showing CH Rosewin Classic Schwinn of Anson being awarded under Judge Barbara Young 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!
The only people watching groups and Best In Show these days are the handler’s assistants and some judges waiting for a ride. It may shock those who weren’t around during the sport’s golden years to hear that exhibitors used to regularly stick around to cheer for their breed in the group. Now, the only people at ringside during groups are judges waiting for a ride, and the enthusiastic, woo-woo cheering people.
Best In Show – Sh Ch Vanitonia Soloist, Clumber Spaniel - Owner Mr. L. A. S. Cox Reserve Best In Show – Am/Cro/Fin/ Int Ch Black Majesty Some Say WW24/25 Euw 24/25, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen - Owner Mrs. I. Raic Photo from Lisa Croft-Elliott
Being a breeder is rewarding, exciting, fulfilling, and deeply heartwarming.
So, it’s over. Westminster 150 concluded on the evening of February 3rd before a sellout crowd at Madison Square Garden. The crowd was raucous and excited to be part of this event. They seemed to understand the historic importance of being present a century and a half after the first Westminster KC show was held.
