The Star of Bethlehem Cluster Shines On
A Message from Star of Bethlehem Cluster Show Chairs:
We fully intend to hold our shows in Morgantown, PA December 9-13, 2020.
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Show Cancellation: Winter Blast Cluster – December 2 – 6, 2020
With tremendous regret we must announce the cancelation of the 2020 Winter Blast Cluster. It was the unanimous decision of the board of Valley Forge Kennel Club with concurrence from South Jersey Kennel Club to take this step. Our perseverance to date was out of a sense of duty to the exhibitor community and a strong desire to provide an opportunity for those who rely on dog shows for their livelihoods, but recent events (detailed below) became overwhelming. This move was not made on a whim; it was well-considered and accepted only with great reluctance.
Good Dog (People) – A CCTV Interview with Terri Erickson
Watch for more of Sarah Montague’s interviews and articles in the series, Good Dog (People) in the coming months. In the first of this series, she spoke with some movers and shakers about initiatives they’ve taken to be sure the sport stays strong, and why the fancy is bred to withstand the worst.
#ThrowbackThursday – Guess Who?
We have another fun #ThrowbackThursday photo to share with our readers on this Thursday. Can you name the successful professional handler and Irish Setter breeder 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 […]
Irish Terriers Specialize
In Virginia, Illinois and New Jersey, 3 regional Irish Terrier Clubs took advantage of the AKC’s new directive that they can hold up to 3 independent specialties a day within parent club guidelines and local restrictions. Masks and temperature checks, hand-sanitizer stations, and “maintain social distance signs” joined pop-up tents, grooming tables and tack boxes as standard equipment for the new era of showing.
Remembering Roger Hartinger – By Deb Cooper
Our thoughts and prayers go to Paula, his loving wife of 64 years, and the rest of their family. If you have photos or memories, please include them the in comments on Facebook.
Remembering Roger Hartinger
It is with great sadness and regret that we report the passing of respected American Kennel Club Judge Mr. Roger Hartinger of Cincinnati, Ohio. Mr. Hartinger was involved with purebred dogs since his early childhood. He was an AKC Licensed Handler, along with his beloved wife, Paula. They also bred and owned Standard Schnauzers and […]
‘AKC Heroes: 2020 Awards for Canine Excellence’ Special Coming to AKC.TV
The American Kennel Club (AKC) is excited to announce its newest special, AKC Heroes: 2020 Awards for Canine Excellence, coming to its digital network, AKC.tv. This five-episode special, scheduled to air November 30th - December 4th at 12pm ET each day, will cover the stories of fifteen remarkable dogs and how the final five were selected for the 21st annual AKC Humane […]
Crufts To Go Ahead, New Date Announced
The Kennel Club has announced today that Crufts 2021 will take place next year on the new dates of the 15 – 18 July 2021 at the NEC Birmingham. Crufts, which will be celebrating its 130th anniversary in 2021, was due to take place on the 11 – 14 March 2021, but with much of the […]
Table Talk · November 18, 2020
Long-time AKC judge Beth Speich has passed away. Beth was loved and respected by all who had the pleasure of knowing her and she will be sorely missed. Our condolences to her family and friends.
