By Cindy Knox, Arapahoe Kennel Club President Over the years I have heard many comments about the demise of our sport. These comments are generally followed with much discussion and comments about what AKC should do. The commenters do nothing until the next conversation or comment on social media again about the demise of our [...]
Today Link AKC, creators of the Link AKC smart collarä for dogs and 2017 CES “Best of Innovation” winner, announced the launch of two new products – an extra small collar and stylish “sport sleeve” accessory for active dogs. Additionally, the brand is broadening and improving product capabilities to give dog owners the richest user [...]
As dog owners across the country express growing interest in grain free food choices for their four-legged friends, Beneful has created a new line of Grain Free dry dog food. The tasty new recipe is made with simple, wholesome ingredients, including real farm-raised chicken as the number one ingredient and accents of blueberries, pumpkin, and spinach. Free [...]
The Animal Medical Center (AMC) in New York City, the largest non-profit animal hospital in the country, will have a new national platform to present pet health information in a live, one-hour talk show Ask The Vet, airing on SiriusXM’s Stars 109. This forum is an integral component of the newly-launched Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education, [...]
Here is another fun photo to share for this #ThrowbackThursday. Can you guess the successful judge that is pictured handling a Wire Fox Terrier? Guess who? Head back on Monday to check your answer! The correct answer this week is Ms. Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share [...]
First Responders with the Levy County Department of Public Safety, including 7 ambulances, are now some of the best-equipped in the nation to save a pet’s life. That’s because Invisible Fence of Central Florida has donated ten pet oxygen mask kits to the department. This donation is just a small part of Invisible Fence® Brand’s [...]
First Flooded Business in Montgomery County to Reopen Hard work and a common purpose can quickly overcome the very worst of natural disasters. Such is the case for a unique, recently opened Houston area dog kennel, Barking Springs Dog Ranch — which on August 28th, was flooded under two feet of water dumped by Hurricane Harvey. Fortunately, the [...]
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the launch of the Companion Animal Law Writing Contest. The contest is open to all students currently enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school. The contest will offer a first-place prize of [...]
Here is another fun photo to share for this #ThrowbackThursday. Can you guess the talented professional handler shown in this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Guess who? Head back on Monday to check your answer! The correct answer is Diego Garcia! Thank you Evelyn for sharing this great photo! Do you have a fun photo that you would [...]
In Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of The Breed’s First Competition at the Iconic Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show In advance of the 142nd Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the Whippet, a very athletic sighthound breed originally from England, took over Chase Square at Madison Square Garden to celebrate 125 years in renowned competition. [...]
