The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, announces another successful year awarding canine health research grants and educational programs. In 2022, CHF and its donors invested $3.4 million in 54 canine health research and educational grants. These funds support studies exploring drug resistant epilepsy, chronic [...]
By Amy Fernandez It’s interesting to read dog show reviews from that ancient era when the possibility of massive popularity first dawned on AKC–and show giving clubs. To be more precise, It was the post-war years of the late 1940s. This sport had just endured some of its most brutal strength tests, namely the Great [...]
Everyone, at some point in their dog career, struggles with fault judging. Let’s be honest here, it’s easy to point out the faults of dogs, especially dogs that win consistently. “How does it win with a topline like that?” “Look at its front, how do they keep pointing at it?” I am quite sure we have all heard these lines before. I’m sure we have all used such phrases during our careers. Early in my own career–when my dogs were perfect–I too succumbed to such feelings. And there was always this voice I would hear. It seemed to follow me around, continuously reminding me, continuously trying to make me use my common sense. This voice wasn’t my inner voice or my muse. This voice was very much real. It belonged to one Garrett Lambert. Garrett was a prominent professional handler during the ‘70s, ‘80s and early ‘90s.
Thank goodness we have a two-week break after the biggest dog shows of the year! It takes this girl that long to recover from the busy week in Orlando. Many exhibitors breathe for a day and get right back to the grooming table–trimming, stripping, etc. to get ready for the new year. Hats off to you, my friends. I hope you all get some rest.
We’ve heard it countless times: “Dogs can smell fear.” Now a study from Queen’s University Belfast has produced some actual evidence that dogs can in fact sniff out stress. Here’s what they did:
First the researchers trained four dogs to match an odor sample to a target odor sample. The dog was presented the target odor through a sniffing apparatus, then chose the one of three other samples that matched it.
Lately, HSUS has begun deploying its minions around my neighborhood seeking to sign up new “lifetime” donors. Understand that they are not requesting the usual $1-$5 handouts customarily associated with that type of street corner fundraising. Hell no. They are armed with immediate credit card authorization weapons.
Who were you able name in this photo? We think a lot of you got this one right! Answer: Ken Rensink is the handler and Del Glodowski is the judge 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.
Part One of this article discussed the differences between AKC shows and The Kennel Club shows in the UK as they relate to the making of a champion and the entry-size per championship show. Much of the data regarding “too many shows” is back in Part One. No need for calculators this time; Part Two looks at the bigger picture, the collateral damage, and the potential consequences for our sport.
By Amy Fernandez New York City is never gonna win any awards for warm and fuzzy places to live. It certainly has its drawbacks, but for millions of residents it’s an okay tradeoff; which brings me to dogs. Logistically, keeping dogs in NYC has its share of challenges. That doesn’t imply that they’re not welcome. A [...]
After this year, many people are ready to unwind and spend some quality time with family, friends and pets. Some of the things that make celebrations festive this time of year can also be potentially harmful to our furry friends. The NC State College of Veterinary Medicine has some helpful tips to keep the holidays [...]
