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On July 1, 2022, the American Kennel Club launched a pilot program permitting junior handlers to show dogs they do not own in junior showmanship. Originally, it was effective for one year but it recently became a rule and is now a permanent addition to junior showmanship. Its benefits seem to be unending. No more worries when a juniors dog comes in season. No need to fly your dog to a national when you could just show one already there; ring conflicts, dog illnessess–the benefits go on and on. While this pilot program has opened unending doors for some juniors, it also may invite more junior jockeys into the ring. These “jockeys” may be chasing points, ribbons, or wins rather than the experience gained by showing a variety of breeds. I have a concern. Could this new junior showmanship rule create generic juniors?
August 13th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
As devastating wildfires continue to burn on Hawaii’s Maui and the Big Island, Purina is donating $25,000 to Greater Good Charities to support the global nonprofit’s crisis response efforts and provide both immediate and long-term recovery to people and animals in Hawaii. Dozens of lives have been lost, hundreds of buildings have been destroyed and thousands of people and animals have been displaced [...]
August 12th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured,The Buzz | Read More »
It’s no secret that “purebred” has lost its cachet among the dog-buying public. At this point, the downward trend seems unstoppable and that is truly troubling. Possibly, the most ironic aspect of it is the fact that purebred ID remains the gold standard of buyer expectations. That hard-won brand image should be a source of pride. Instead it’s fast becoming fuel for that media bonfire. Let’s unravel this paradoxical mess.
August 12th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners, announces Dr. Gary Johnson as recipient of the 2023 Asa Mays, DVM Excellence in Canine Health Research Award. Named for Dr. Asa Mays, a member of CHF’s first Board of Directors in 1995, the award [...]
August 11th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Every time we pull out of the driveway, it’s imperative that we are driving a safe, reliable vehicle. This doesn’t mean it has to be a brand-new, shiny rig with every bell, button or whistle. It simply means it should be clean, reliable, well-maintained, and serviced. This also means having the appropriate type of vehicle to accommodate the number of dogs you intend to carry, your passengers and, of course, all of the necessary supplies and equipment. This is PRIORITY #1.
August 11th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Written by: Patricia V. Trotter The first time I met Jennifer Reed, she brought an American Eskimo into my ring in Greenville, Miss., as a 17-year-old junior handler. I was so taken with her abilities that I awarded her Best Junior Handler that day, and three years later she came to live with us in [...]
August 10th, 2023 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured,World News | Read More »
It is with great sadness we share the news that Ms. Elizabeth “Lani” McKennon of Burbank, California passed away. Lani was an AKC judge and active participant in the sport of purebred dogs for 50+ years. Lani purchased her first Keeshond in 1972 and her first Papillon a little over 10 years later. She attended [...]
August 10th, 2023 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured,World News | Read More »
Guess Who? Are you ready for this week’s #ThrowbackThursday Canine Chronicle Cover edition? Do you remember the dog? What about the handler, owners and breeders? 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 [...]
August 10th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured,The Buzz | Read More »
According to the IRS, AKC falls into the 501 (c) (4) nonprofit category: “Civic leagues, social welfare organizations and local associations of employees, created to promote community welfare for charitable, educational or recreational purposes.”
August 10th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a global leader in science-led nutrition, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researcher Dr. Curtis Huttenhower, are joining forces to create the One Health Microbiome Resource (OHMR). Not only will the OHMR be the first of its kind, it will also be the largest and most comprehensive reference database of human and companion animal [...]
August 9th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
