The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka: Understanding Correct Type

“A toy breed may be small—but type is never small.” The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is proof of that.

“A toy breed may be small—but type is never small.” The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is proof of that.

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry, and a leading advocate for dogs, and the New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC), are pleased to announce that they have entered into a mutual cooperation agreement. This partnership strengthens global collaboration around both organizations shared priorities, expanding and enhancing canine events […]

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The judging panels for the 151st Westminster Kennel Club dog show and the AKC National Championship dog show were released one day apart. Best In Show at the 151st Westminster Kennel Club will be judged by Mr. Espen Engh from Norway. Best In Show at the 2026 AKC National Championship will be judged by Dr. Thomas Davies, […]

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is excited to present AKC Celebrates USA 250 as part of the AKC on ESPN Dog Sports Series. The event is a high-energy, family-friendly weekend of […]

“Westminster has always been the pinnacle of our sport. I have attended Westminster as an assistant, handler, breeder, owner, exhibitor, spectator, and ring steward in the past, and have loved each experience and opportunity. There is something just magical about the venues, crowds, spectators, exhibitors, and beautiful quality entries from around the world. I was extremely honored and humbled by the invitation to judge at this iconic event’s historic 150th anniversary.

We caught up with Regina Keiter and she shows us how to tie up the head coat on a Briard.

Feng Shui (“fung shway”) is an ancient Chinese art and philosophy rooted in Taoism, Yin and Yang, and the Five Elements: Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal. By arranging our spaces to flow with Qi—the vital life force—we shape our health, relationships, and luck. These eternal principles, which uplift human lives, can also work wonders in our dogs’ world.

The Västgötaspets is an ancient breed of Sweden, known internationally as the Swedish Vallhund.

A longtime friend lost her husband of 30 years. A week later, her beloved Cavalier died. Her grief was beyond tears. She begged me to find a young Cavalier to ease her pain. Initially, her heart was set on adding a Blenheim to her household. My search was a failure because most Cavalier puppies were promised a forever home at Christmastide. After exhausting my contacts in the U.S. and Canada, a nearby breeder friend reached out to me. She owned a black and tan Cavalier bitch who was beautiful and structurally sound but rather small. Having recently become a widow herself, she understood my friend’s pain and decided to place little “Jackie O” with my grieving friend.