Meet Waylon the Mastiff

Meet Waylon the Mastiff. Waylon has accomplished a lot in his life, and he has a lot more to give.

Meet Waylon the Mastiff. Waylon has accomplished a lot in his life, and he has a lot more to give.

What do you say when people ask to pet your dog? Especially when you’re in a hurry or you’re busy?

We want to see our readers’ fun photos posing with The Canine Chronicle! How fun is this #EquineChronicle crossover photo taken at the 2025 NCQHA Tar Heel Summer Classic! Thank you Delores Kuhlwein, Gordon Downey and The Equine Chronicle for sharing this photo featuring the April issue of The Canine Chronicle! Where in the world […]

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jackie Stacy, a beloved figure in the world of purebred dogs, who passed away on June 10, 2025. Jackie’s contribution to the canine community as an American Kennel Club (AKC) judge, respected breeder, and talented handler leaves behind an indelible legacy that will continue […]

BLAST FROM THE PAST Who is your favorite Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Tell us about your favorite CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL of all time. Your answer MUST be a DECEASED dog from the past. Please include registered name, call name, and the reasons why you believe this particular dog was the very best example of […]

It was by all accounts a wonderful day. Our Penny had won Winners Bitch and BOS; it was her third major and she earned her championship title.

Did you correctly answer this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Answer: Betsy & Quentin LaHam Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share for #ThrowbackThursday? Email Liz Powell at showresults@caninechronicle.com with your photos!

Mr. David Fitzpatrick tops the Judging Panel at America’s Dog Show

As often as we hear that dog shows are completely predictable, political, prearranged, etc., we encounter enough shocking surprises to dispel that notion. An equally frequent assertion is the belief that dog shows are an antiquated, irrelevant formality but more on that later.

The AKC was established in 1884 with the stated purpose of protecting and advancing purebred dogs. Part of its charter states that its objectives are “generally to do everything to advance the study, breeding, exhibiting, running, and maintenance of the purity of thorough-bred dogs.”