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Aside from Britain, we generally forget about the many countries responsible for to our eclectic and ever growing canine gene pool. We can blame that narrow focus on tradition, which doesn’t make it good. We tend to overlook the multicultural contributions that led to the rise of purebred culture–both directly and otherwise–as well as the importance of ongoing genetic interchange. In fact, Britain never had a monopoly on this business model. Just check out our current top ten AKC breeds. Even the venerated Labrador Retriever is not strictly an English product.
May 17th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Liz Muthard, who is home recuperating from a mini-stroke, had the following message to those in the fancy:
Charlie and I want to extend our most sincere appreciation to each and every one of you who posted, texted or called with concern for my wellbeing…
May 17th, 2023 | Posted in Featured | Read More »
We received the very sad news that Mr. Geir Flyckt-Pedersen of Pepper Pike, Ohio passed away on May 15. Geir was a longtime fancier, international judge, and successful breeder of many breeds but best known for his Louline Wire Fox Terriers. Geir was an icon among the fancy; a kind, funny, incredibly intelligent gentleman. Born […]
May 16th, 2023 | Posted in Breaking News,Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2023 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The […]
May 16th, 2023 | Posted in Breaking News,Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
The Scottish Terrier is one of five short-legged terriers originating in Scotland, along with the Skye Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Dandie Dinmont Terrier, and West Highland White Terrier. It was also called the Aberdeen Terrier, and nicknamed the “Diehard,” reflecting the breed’s toughness in the field.
May 16th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the winners of the AKC Agility League’s third season. The AKC Agility League recently concluded its third season and named the winners of both the team and individual dog divisions. The season […]
May 15th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Herding breeds represented a serious competitive threat long before they were assembled into an actual Herding Group. They flew under the radar thanks to their ever-shifting designation within AKC. For example, for years AKC dithered over their varying criteria for group alignment and eligibility. As a result, many breeds bounced into almost ludicrous competitive circumstances. Judging Saints against Chihuahuas, really? Like most parts of AKC, it was a work in progress. However, that lack of a cohesive identity explained the fancy’s collective astonishment when the Old English Sheepdog, Ch. Slumber, went all the way to Best In Show at Westminster in 1914.
May 15th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
Effective May 31, 2023 Judges Who Use The Services Of An Agent – If you use the services of an agent, instruct the agent that he/she, any member of the agent’s household, or any handling associate of the agent may not exhibit dogs under you or any member of your household while in your employ […]
May 14th, 2023 | Posted in Featured,The Buzz | Read More »
The Canine Chronicle sends warm wishes to all moms for a very Happy Mother’s Day! Enjoy your special day!
May 14th, 2023 | Posted in Featured | Read More »
Back again in the familiar fairgrounds building on the site of the New York State Fair, the four clubs which comprise the cluster held their 2023 shows. Better lighting brightened up the building, but some rings still had areas which were darker. The rings were full of exhibitors from the United States and our neighbors to the north, Canada. The quality from both countries was noticeable. The panel of judges reflected both countries, too. More and more we are seeing vendors return to the show scene. They were busy with shoppers every day.
May 14th, 2023 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
