Breed Differences – Gaining The Advantage

When breeders gather to discuss important matters about dogs, you will most likely hear their opinions on reasons for owning their breed, why they love them, and some of the problems they have noticed.

When breeders gather to discuss important matters about dogs, you will most likely hear their opinions on reasons for owning their breed, why they love them, and some of the problems they have noticed.

Feral, stray, street dog–regardless of the label, this gigantic segment of the canine population is woefully misunderstood. It is an understatement to say they have failed to achieve good press.

At a recent club meeting, I was asked, “What do you think about the problem of over-refined males, and its possible relationship to monorchism?”

The Windward Hawaiian DFA has cancelled their All Breed Show this weekend, Saturday & Sunday April 11 & 12, 2026, due to inclement weather.

Let me tell you a story about a true breeder. She got her first Airedale in 1981, and that’s when this love affair was born. It continues, strong today.

Are you ready for this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Who do you recognize in this week’s Throwback Thursday? 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 at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos!

I read this (bold text below) and wondered: “What if…???”

By Heather Stein Photos by Geoffrey Potter New York has always possessed a talent for spectacle, yet even by Manhattan standards the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show felt exceptional. The city did not merely host the anniversary. It wore it. Purple and gold glowed across the skyline, reflecting off glass towers and winter clouds […]

When I first started showing dogs, I heard the same phrase more often than I could count. “You need to pay your dues.”

Spring seems to be the season of the National Specialty. Many breeds have held their National over the last month, and many more are on the schedule between now and June. As purebred dog fanciers, we all look forward to attending our National for many reasons. We look forward to showing our young hopefuls or […]