The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2025 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals. The AKC NOHS Finals will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida as a part of the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025. Best in Show for [...]
By Amy Fernandez The economy may be crashing around us, but Americans continue to spend like proverbial drunken sailors when it comes to their pets. The annual stats of the American Pet Products Association offer the hard-line truth of this statement. Even though it does seem incredible, APPA reports that Americans continue to outpace predictions [...]
Table Talk · April 23, 2025 Well, folks, National Specialty season is in full swing! Best wishes to everyone traveling to their National in the coming weeks. National Specialties are a great opportunity to see old friends near and far and get a sense of “the state of the breed”. Breeders have a great [...]
We want to see our readers #NextGeneration photos to be shared on The #CanineChronicle! Thank you Jamie Laney for sharing this fabulous photo of your son, Jaxen, and Vixey, his American Staffordshire Terrier. In this photo, Jaxen was 13 years old and very excited to receive an Owner Handler Terrier Group Second with Vixey! Congratulations Jaxen! [...]
BLAST FROM THE PAST Who is your favorite Affenpinscher? Tell us about your favorite AFFENPINSCHER 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 its breed. Bonus points if you [...]
The standout impression of Westminster 2025 was, by far, the week’s familiar routine. Yes, there were a few changes–mainly the venues. But for the most part, it was just like the good old days, right down to the awful weather. Larry and Vicki Abbot have been making the NYC Westminster trek for decades, first as exhibitors of record breaking Maltese and currently as judges. It’s no surprise that their initial breed was Maltese. Currently Larry is approved for the Sporting Group, Herding Group, Non-Sporting and Toys. Vicki is approved for Sporting, Hound, Terrier, Toy and Non-Sporting breeds.
Florida lawmakers need to hear your comments of opposition immediately to extreme breeder bills that will impact you. Senate Bill 1830 and House Bill 1481 seek to require state licensing and regulation of anyone in Florida who owns or possess an intact female dog that is six months old or older, and who offers puppies [...]
Did you correctly answer this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Answer: Pam & Mark Desrosiers John Cole & Jim Reynolds 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!
Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! Will Alexander has an in-depth conversation with George Alston. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is thought to be one of the oldest spaniels developed in Great Britain. There had been red and white spaniels identified in literature and art for centuries. In 1902, they were recognized as a separate breed in the United Kennel Club. AKC recognized the breed in 1906. The Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America was formed in 1961.
