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! This week Will gives us 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #33. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Can we discuss the journey we take in the sport of purebred dogs? Or is it best to say evolution? The paths we choose and the path we travel into the sport/hobby we commit to is part of that journey. We all come to our sport due to our love of dogs and the love of competition; but through the years we evolve our niche and find our purpose. There are many factors to consider like finances, space, time, intention, but most importantly it’s about drive and motivation. These last two parts can be in unison or independent.
Were you able to name this current handler in pigtails and her mom? Answer: Blair Aguillard Commisso and her mom, Michelle Aguillard 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.
One of the great things about AKC has always been their staunchly personal approach to everything. Regardless of what’s going on or what anyone else might be doing in response, their carefully deliberated decisions happen in their own time–and rarely with much or any accompanying explanation.
Photos By: Lisa Croft-Elliott
How many conversations have you been part of in the past year where the quality of dogs in your breed was lamented? Those conversations could be actual face-to-face talks, phone calls or virtual conversations conducted on social media channels like Facebook. Talk to anyone who’s been involved in conformation competition for more than 10 years and you’ll probably hear the same thing: the understanding of correct type, soundness and movement just isn’t as prevalent as it was in years past.
Family, friends and many in the sport of purebred dogs are mourning the passing of Pat Laurans. Pat served as an AKC Delegate for the German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America as well as a member of The AKC Board of Directors. Pat was a founding director of the Take the Lead foundation and received an AKC Lifetime [...]
Want to start an argument…(again)? Bring up why the NOHS is either a good or a bad thing. That’s what one popular judge did in a recent Canine Chronicle online interview. When asked how shows differed today from years ago, she brought up NOHS, and opined she thought it created handlers who were complacent about their abilities rather than striving to get better by competing against the pros. This, of course, caused an eruption amongst NOHS exhibitors protesting the remarks, as well as an equal number of social media posts supporting it.
Question of the week: In addition to better smell sense, what other sense is stronger in dogs than humans? Answer: Dogs’ sense of smell might be pretty amazing, but don’t forget about their hearing! Everything from the positioning of their ears to the muscles in them helps dogs pick up a whole host of sounds [...]
Join Michael Hill in his exciting series “INFLUENCERS.” Michael will be hosting dog show enthusiasts, handlers, breeders, and judges as they reveal who has impacted them the most. This series will touch upon how influential mentors are and how they shape not only individuals but the future of the dog show world. Next, in the series is [...]
