As researchers continue to delve into the effects – both negative and positive – of spaying and neutering dogs, data included in a recent scientific publication in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association indicate that obesity rates in sterilized dogs vary by breed size. In the United States, about 70-80% of dogs are […]
Tail docking is not a new phenomenon. The ancient Romans advocated preventing rabies by cutting the tails off of puppies when they were 40 days old and then pulling out the long tendons. The tendons resembled worms, which were thought to cause rabies.
Guess Who? Are you ready for this week’s #ThrowbackThursday Canine Chronicle Cover edition? Do you remember the dog? What about the handler, owner and breeder? 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 […]
Remember when prenups first hit the news? Instantly, it was a volatile topic–for several reasons.
When dog owners are asked about activities they like to do with their dogs, the most common responses are to take their dog for a walk, and to play ball (fetch) with the dog. AKC Fetch titles were created as another activity in which owners could have fun with their dogs in the AKC Family […]
The dog game is designed to focus our attention on clearly defined milestones and let’s face it, we are all running this marathon toward some particular finish line. Obviously, we’re aware of the incredible stories underlying those brief, history-making achievements. But it’s worthwhile to remind ourselves of that fact. Success in this sport is a long, complicated reality.
If you have not had the opportunity to read our Publisher’s comments this month, (https://caninechronicle.com/current-articles/from-the-publisher-46/) I encourage you to do so. The topic is judging, and the reasons why people judge. Currently, there are over 3,000 licensed AKC judges. Based on the panels at shows over the last couple years, that number is hard […]
What breed of dog am I? I am a breed in the Working Group of German origin. I am a large muscular yet elegant dog with a proud head carriage. I am distinguished by my black mask, substantial bone, balanced build and double coat. I am a gentle giant with an even temperament of utmost importance for […]
One can assume (and you all know what that word can mean) I undoubtedly have the background to make that statement. I attended over 100 shows a year for 25 years as a handler and now seem to be getting close to that number as a judge annually. I might have averaged between 10 to 40 Best In Shows a year as a handler. As a judge I do around 10-15 Best In Shows and hundreds of Group assignments per annum.
Did you correctly guess this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Who did you name in this photo? Answer: Judge Richard Guevara and then handler Larry Cornelius, who is now an AKC Representative based in California. 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 […]
