Few situations at an AKC event are more unfortunate and frightening than dog aggression. It’s actually impressive that so few incidents occur. When they do, even judges, but especially event committees and owners, can be unprepared about what the rules say must happen. How prepared are you?
We received the very sad news that Jane Hobson of Stanton, New Jersey passed away on July 18. Jane was a longtime fancier, handler, and successful breeder of Rottweilers under the Von Hobson prefix. Known for her trademark hat and infectious smile, Jane was always kind, generous with her time and knowledge, and a friend [...]
AKC Reunite, the largest non-profit pet microchip identification and recovery service provider in the United States, is pleased to announce that it has awarded $17,500 to the Rowan County Sheriff’s Department through its AKC ReuniteAdopt A K-9 Cop matching grant program. Funds were raised by contributions from AKC dog clubs and community members, with AKC Reunite matching donations [...]
Robert (Bob Bob) Allen Wickes D.V.M. Dec 16, 1947 – Nov 9, 2021 Robert (Bob Bob to most), age 73, native son of Cleveland, Ohio, current resident of his beloved Citrus County, lost his struggle with cancer at Shands UF on Tuesday , November 9. After graduating from The Veterinary School of The Ohio State [...]
The Kennel Club of Palm Springs made a big announcement this past week when they notified the fancy that they will be moving their cluster to an alternative location on the same Empire Polo Grounds site immediately adjacent to the site where the shows have been located for the past several years. For more information, you can view the complete announcement from KCPS at www.caninechronicle.com/?p=268021. The new site is larger and will allow the Kennel Club of Palm Springs to add 6 rings, more reserved grooming, motor home parking on grass, and so much more!!! We are excited to be part of the largest cluster in Southern California, which will be bigger and better than ever in 2024!!!! I will be sure to keep everyone posted as more information becomes available.
It’s widely claimed in the press and in the negative comments pertaining to pedigree dogs that, “dog shows have completely ruined our dog breeds.”
What breed of dog am I? I am a breed in the Toy Group. I am a small elegant dog, lively, long-legged, with fine bone and lean muscles. Dogs of more than three years have such a fringe which should completely hide the outer edges and tips of the ears. Correct Answer: Russian Toy
Wayne fell into the dog world quite by accident, not that anyone who knew him would ever think so. When he and Teri married in 1999, she wanted “something to cuddle with” during his long work hours. So, they got a rescued ridgeback. Teri later admits she would have been happy with a cat, which [...]
During the many years in my “real job” as an investigative reporter, I met and interviewed a lot of off-putting characters–unpleasant, disconcerting and often downright despicable individuals. Included in the latter category were thieves, killers, con artists preying on desperate people, corrupt, smarmy politicians, organized crime figures, hangers-on, a guy who, along with his creepy boss, was a true “prince of darkness” as he was a contract killer of show and race horses whose owners wanted to collect insurance money plus a duo who headed up a dog-fighting ring, had a cock-fighting venture as a side business, and one of the pair was a suspected mob hit man.
Did you correctly guess this week’s #ThrowbackThursday Canine Chronicle Cover edition? Answer: GCH Marlex Classic Red Glare, aka Classie. Classie’s owners are Leah Monte & Armando Angelbello, and she was handled by Armando Angelbello. 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!
