Mediation is the art of conducting a discussion, voluntarily and confidentially, among participants in dispute. A mediator acts as a neutral third-party and facilitator in the room. Mediators allow the parties to tell their respective stories without interruption.
Where do I begin to explain to those with physical challenges how to begin a show career with your dog? First, let me say that it will not be easy for you or your dog. I raise, train and show Brittanys, and have successfully exhibited in the Conformation & Obedience rings at all levels for 40 years. Here is my story.
For more than a century, breeding and showing dogs has been a popular American pastime. During this time owning an American Kennel Club registered purebred dog was the gold standard.
It began in October when we would ordinarily be headed for Saskatchewan. What few stunted deciduous trees exist in the southwestern part of the province where we hunt would have lost most of their leaves by this time.
We all know the life of a show dog can be exhausting with long hours on the road. Apparently, Lloyd has figured out the best way to get some shuteye! Thanks to Lloyd’s owner, Helen Cantrell of Harmony Cardigans , for sharing this photo with us.
Here is another fun photo to share for this #ThrowbackThursday. Can you guess the talented and successful professional handler showing a Brittany as a child? Can you name the Judge? Guess who? Check back on Monday for the correct answer! The correct answer is Amy Booth, pictured with judge Lamar Mathis! Do you have a […]
Alaska Airlines today announced a new policy for guests flying with emotional support and psychiatric service animals. For tickets purchased on or after May 1, guests traveling with emotional support or psychiatric service animals must provide animal health and behavioral documents, as well as a signed document from a medical doctor or mental health professional, at […]
“Meet and Compete” combines the annual Masters Agility Championship At Westminster with an enormous AKC “Meet the Breeds” display. The event has become a staple of Westminster Weekend, and beginning last year, welcomes cat breeds.
New Awareness Week Launched Amidst a Rash of Dog Flu Outbreaks Serves as a Reminder to Protect Social Dogs This Spring Merck Animal Health (known as MSD Animal Health outside the United States and Canada) announced today the inaugural Dog Flu Prevention Week (April 16-22), an annual reminder to pet parents to protect their social dogs, either for […]
I do not believe that I have ever attended a specialty club meeting, or engaged in a serious conversation with a group of similarly-minded breeders without someone, sooner or later, saying something about the breed standard. In some cases, the thought is that something should be added.
