Many breeds have an epigram. That short distinctive line, or quote that instantly gives you a mental picture of the essence of the breed. That little something maybe a breeder, judge or exhibitor mentioned or a sentence from the breed standard. These one-liners hit the nail on the head and are thought provoking.
The Canine Chronicle has another great photo to share this week for #ThrowbackThursday. Can you name the judge and handler pictured in this week’s throwback? Guess Who? 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 Cheslie at cheslie@caninechronicle […]
New York, NY – Number one in our hearts! The AKC Museum of the Dog is pleased to announce its next exhibit. “Top Dogs” celebrates the American Kennel Club’s ten most popular breeds. This exhibit will open May 5th 2021 and will run through August 29th 2021. The exhibition takes a close look at the top ten most […]
Charlie Olvis’ 1934 Chevy Coupe Yes, Dogs are our life, but we all have some sort of a side passion. A little something, we do to otherwise occupy our minds. I have always been amazed by the number of Motor Heads in the dog world. Cars and motorcycles ranging from the classics to just plain funky […]
Welcome to this exciting series on Canine Chronicle TV called NextGen with Michael Hill. In this episode Michael talks with JON CORCORAN. The NextGen series – Michael interviews young people who are leading the way for the next generation of exhibitors, breeders and judges in the sport of purebred dogs. They talk about how they were introduced to the sport, their favorite breed, their success stories and more.
By Hap Sutliff Those who knew her as Dorothy or Dottie Macdonald, or Dorothy M. Macdonald, were often unaware that Dottie had many more names. Dottie was born near London on November 21, 1926. Her full name was actually: Dorothy Thalassa Christine Olive Madge Anne Macdonald. She was named for several of her mother […]
NEW Information as of May 5, 2021, 11:00 AM: We are pleased to announce that following a series of discussions with New York State Health officials and our COVID-19 compliance consultants, the Westminster Kennel Club will be issuing updated guidance this week to ensure flexibility and additional testing options for attendees at our June events. Note: […]
There will be a tent for group judging. I know that Westminster Kennel Club asks those in judges’ seating dress in black tie during group judging. My guess is this year’s outfits will be a bit different, considering the outdoor summer venue. I have no doubt that those fortunate enough to attend group judging will make us all proud while looking lovely in their WKC best!
Dorothy likes people, likes their dogs, and likes to talk – and this is SERIOUS FUN!
“I think if you know something – it’s important that you pass it on – and if you don’t know it – it’s time you learned it.”
The Canine Chronicle received the sad news that Dorothy Macdonald of Carmel, California passed away today at 94 years old. Miss Macdonald is one of the most iconic judges of our time and a renowned authority on all breeds, especially the Brittany. She was a respected and sought after judge of all Sporting, Hound, Terrier […]
