The Afghan Hound is a sighthound breed developed in remote areas of what are now the countries of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and parts of India. They were not discovered by the west until some English army officers brought them home to England in the late 1800s.
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The Ohio State University research team was recently awarded a grant from the AKC Canine Health Foundation to investigate infectious disease risks (e.g., dog flu) for dogs at group settings, such as conformation shows. Currently, there is little information available about infectious disease risks at group dog events. This study will be a critical step toward better […]
We have another fun #ThrowbackThursday photo to share with our readers on this Thursday. Can you name the talented professional handler pictured in this week’s throwback? Guess Who? Check back on Monday for the correct answer! The correct answer is of course, Andy Linton. Thank you all for your participation! Don’t forget! Do you have […]
Customers can receive one-on-one help to find their new dog. The American Kennel Club has launched AKC PuppyVisor™, a personalized dog concierge service to help potential dog owners find their new best friend. Whether looking for a puppy or to give an older dog a good home, the service is designed to walk customers through […]
Another Mission Circuit is in the books. This circuit has become a fixture on my show travel schedule, and it’s a cluster that I look forward to every year. The Fairplex is the perfect venue for a dog show, and Arlene and Lowell Davis, Loran Morgan, and all the committee volunteers work hard to make […]
You might think that the dog biz is a thrill a minute, another shocking surprise around every corner. Let me set you straight. I recently discovered a captivating little book, Dog Show Maxims authored by William L. McCandlish back in 1925, that’s almost a century ago. At first glance I anticipated a quaint dip into nostalgia; possibly a few genuine insights considering his once preeminent position in this sport.
We received the sad news that Dr. Robert D Smith of St Stephens Church, VA passed away on Saturday, May 25th 2019 following an automobile accident. Dr. Smith was a well-known and revered judge of all AKC Breeds. Dr. Smith devoted much of his life to the sport of purebred dogs. He had been intimately […]
The Canine Chronicle would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Memorial Day holiday. Have a great day with family and friends while honoring those who have fallen while in service to our country. Enjoy!
Chairman William Feeney has announced the appointment of an ad hoc committee comprised of AKC Delegates, AKC staff, scientists, and veterinarians, each with specific related knowledge and experience, to research and analyze both the current state and the future of canine genetic testing. The committee’s primary work product will be a comprehensive white paper describing […]
