The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the annual election of officers. In accordance with the Charter and Bylaws of The American Kennel Club, the following Executive Officers were re-elected at the April 2025 Board of Directors Meeting: • Gina M. DiNardo – President and CEO • Gordon Comfort – Chief Operating Officer [...]
Table Talk · April 9, 2025 I’ve often mentioned how lucky we are to have such a close-knit community in the sport of purebred dogs. Despite occasional disagreements, we always support each other—whether it’s rescuing friends with broken-down rigs or caring for pets in emergencies. Last week, that support and those relationships reached a whole [...]
“Oh my gosh! I have Danish-Swedish Farmdogs in two weeks! I’ve never even SEEN one, much less had my hands on one and now I have to judge them!” OK, I may be being a little dramatic, but then again…
We want to see our readers #NextGeneration photos to be shared on The #CanineChronicle! Thank you Amber Becker Briscoe for sharing this adorable collage of your daughter, Riley, and her dogs. Amber says, “Riley is three years old and wants to be in the ring, whelping box or grooming at all times! She loves all things [...]
BLAST FROM THE PAST Who is your favorite Siberian Husky? Tell us about your favorite SIBERIAN HUSKY 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 [...]
Today, Tuesday April 8, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners of Marion County, Florida, will consider adopting animal-related changes to the County’s Land Development Code. Should these amendments be adopted, they will impact those who reside in unincorporated areas of the county. The American Kennel Club (AKC) and the Florida Association of Kennel Clubs (FAKC) remain [...]
Every breeder dreams of the dog that makes it all worthwhile. Investing incalculable time, work and money, day after day– and there are NO days off in this biz. But finally, it all pays off. Jackpot, that dream dog arrives and justifies all the other stuff; and at that point, it often seems like a miracle, which is perfectly reasonable under normal circumstances. But this story is about a true dog breeder’s miracle–actually several miracles–starting with the arrival of the star of this story.
Did you correctly answer this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Answer: Judge Connie Barton and Colton Johnson showing CH Quail Run’s Grizzlypeake Bonanza “Hoss” 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!
Having just returned from my Crufts Breed assignment, the experience has prompted this month’s article.
With the 2025 Westminster show in the rear-view, what better time to reflect upon the incredible depth of talent demonstrated by the Junior Showmanship competitors?
