by Gay Dunlap Originally published: June 2010 Photos by Lisa Croft-Elliott Some business! But is it a business? Or a profession? Or is it a hobby? For many of us it is the latter although there are those who, by virtue of money earned and time spent, may consider it a business. Certainly it is [...]
I’ve been living with dogs for more years than I care to tally. Since my mid-teens, almost all of them have been Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, the “almost” qualifier needed because a couple of Brittanys have also been part of the mix. They have, thankfully, been long-lived and not prone to fatal accidents.
Question of the week: The first dogs registered in the American Kennel Club (AKC) belonged to what group? Answer: Sporting Group. The 9 original “charter breeds” of the AKC, all recognized way back in 1878, were the Pointer, Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Clumber Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel, Sussex Spaniel, Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Setter, English Setter and [...]
Once a year, my wife and I go to a show simply to watch the dogs and share time with friends and colleagues. This time, my wife suggested that I should concentrate my attention on the judging. While sitting ringside, I had some random thoughts. Those thoughts were uncolored by my entries, because there were none that day.
Guess Who? Are you ready for this week’s great #ThrowbackThursday photo? Can you name this current professional handler showing in Jr Showmanship? What about the judge? 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 at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos.
Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! Will Alexander has an in-depth conversation with Dan Sackos. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Karen LeFrak is sometimes described, vapidly, as a “socialite,” sometimes, more accurately, as a “philanthropist,” but the term best suited to this talented musician, author—and once again–campaigner of champion Standard Poodles, is “lady.” Google was no help in retrieving the definition I learned as a child—”a woman who could speak to the highest in the land and the lowest in the land and still remain herself.” But when I call on her at her striking black-and-white themed home off Central Park, this is the quality I remember: graciousness coupled with a radiant enthusiasm.
Peggy Browne did an excellent job of describing Montgomery County. She said, “MCKC is the best terrier weekend of the year. Friends revisited, missing other friends unable to come. Beautiful dogs. People in awe of others talent. Dreams coming true. Breeders sharing knowledge of their breed standard. Hopefuls of the future making their debut. Nothing better! Take advantage of every minute! Watch and listen!” Well said Peggy, well said!!!
Not everyone who wants to be healthy and live longer will actually be able to do it. Recent studies show that those who own a dog and follow a few lifestyle recommendations have the best chances. According to research findings, scientists are racing to collect information and document how. Five factors have been identified that make the difference, and–when taken together–they confirm that doing the right things contributes to a longer and healthier life for both owners and their dogs.
Question of the week: The first dogs registered in the American Kennel Club (AKC) belonged to what group? Check back on Friday when we reveal the correct answer! Do you have a fun dog show trivia question that you would like to share for #TriviaTuesday? Email Liz at showresults@caninechronicle.com.
