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The dog world is mourning the loss of Jim McTernan today. He passed away last night after a year-long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie. Those who knew Jim remember him as an outgoing man who was always quick with a smile as well as a helping hand. His strong baritone […]
Susan M. Lilly, Certified Fund Raising Professional (CFRE), has been appointed CEO of the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF). Founded in 1995, CHF is the leading organization devoted solely to canine health research, having funded more than $40 million in worthy scientific research and education to help dogs and their owners lead longer, healthier lives. […]
AKC Chairman Alan Kalter accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in memory of Dr. Bill Newman, cherished friend of AKC, former Board member and Vice-Chairman, and dedicated champion of his beloved Mastiffs. Mr. Kalter challenged the entire AKC Board – stay tuned to see if they accept! Check out the video of Mr. Kalter’s ALS […]
by Amy Fernandez In 1952, the Long Coat Chihuahua became the last recipient of AKC’s coveted designation of separate variety status. AKC hasn’t wavered from that policy for a half -century despite the convincing evidence many clubs have presented for their breeds. The fact that the Chihuahua Club of America attained this holy grail suggests […]
Inbreeding, linebreeding and outcrossing are terms describing the three methods for blending canine bloodlines to achieve a desired consistency of genotype and phenotype. Used wisely, they provide enlightened breeders with an array of valuable systems to aid you in determining the direction and control of a well-planned breeding program. Each plays a vital role in meeting the needs of the small breeder. And, in the larger scope, of the preservation and maintenance of the breed and it’s most desired characteristics. Defined briefly:
By Sarah Sprouse, Legislative Analyst, AKC Government Relations Would you lie to get a handicapped parking placard? Would you fake an injury that required the use of a wheelchair to obtain special services? Would you feign a life threatening illness to qualify for a Make-A-Wish trip? Most people would never do these things because they […]
by Cheslie Pickett We are saddened to report the passing of Mary Jo Loye of Auburn Hills, Michigan. Mary Jo bred Papillons and Phalenes under the Josandre’ prefix since purchasing her first papillon in 1966. Mary Jo dedicated her life to the Papillon breed. She bred, owned or handled seven different Papillons to Best in […]
– A Summer of Positive Action for AKC — New York, NY – It is back to school time across America and students are being asked that time-tested question – “What did you do over the summer?” For my wife and I, it’s a rather easy question to sum up in just five […]
The Canine Chronicle is saddened to report the passing of Bart, Ch. Razn The Bar. Bart was a Vizsla, owned by Darcy Hodges, who was honored with an AKC Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence (ACE award) in the category of Exemplary Companion Dog at the 2013 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. To follow is an excerpt […]
The Morris & Essex Kennel Club will hold its annual Match Show on Sunday, September 21, 2014 at the Green Village Volunteer Fire Department, 529 Green Village Road, Green Village, NJ with entries beginning at 10am through 12:30pm, Judging begins at 1pm. Match show entry fee is $10.00 per dog, with no charge for Junior […]
