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Communication is truly a lost art form at AKC conformation dog shows. In past ages of our sport, there was considerable respect for the wisdom of our great adjudicators who stood in the show ring

Communication is truly a lost art form at AKC conformation dog shows. In past ages of our sport, there was considerable respect for the wisdom of our great adjudicators who stood in the show ring

The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) invites all dog-lovers to Canines & Cocktails on Friday, December 14 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Florida. This event, held on the eve of the AKC National Championship dog show, celebrates our canine companions and the scientific breakthroughs made by CHF-funded researchers in both canine and human […]

Whilst recently preparing to conduct Provisional/Permit assigments in a number of Sporting breeds, the occasion arose to once more thoroughly review their respective standards. Yet again something really stood out like a sore thumb.

2nd Annual Michael J. Sauve Memorial Benefit in support of the American Kennel Club Humane Fund Come join us December 13th, Thursday evening immediately following Best In Show for FOOD – FUN – ENTERTAINMENT – GREAT RAFFLES – AUCTIONS – PRIZES • • • Another day in Paradise — Orlando Style (Casual of Course) at […]

The show results for the Kennel Club of Philadelphia were removed from our site today per a request from Mr. Steve Griffith, General Manager of Vizion Group PR that handles public relations for the “National Dog Show”. As Mr. Griffith explained to us today, they request all media outlets to embargo the show results until after the […]

The shrinking of certain breeds’ gene pools is not a new topic. It has been widely discussed and debated with countless articles, research papers, and dissertations written on the subject.

View more around the rings photos in The Annual Issue of The Canine Chronicle. Follow us on facebook @The Canine Chronicle

Specific experiences during the first year of life have been used to improve the development of puppies and young dogs with good success. The techniques most often used to stimulate, socialize and enrich their lives include touching, regular handling, trips to schools, parks, shopping centers, social events and ball games along with the beginning exercises in obedience, rally and agility.

New York, NY – In support of the people and their pets affected by Hurricane Sandy, the American Kennel Club Humane Fund, Inc. and The Westminster Kennel Club have each donated $10,000 to the Humane Fund’s newly-created “Sandy Fund.” This $20,000 grant and other donations to the Sandy Fund will assist organizations that […]

Entries close Wednesday, November 14, 2012! The 2012 edition of the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship show has added to the format of this prestigious show. All AKC registered dogs are eligible to compete at the 12th Annual event held December 15-16, 2012 in Orlando, Florida for the first time since the successful 125th Anniversary Show […]