336 – Annual, 2012-13 by Kimberly Silva Garrett What made you decide to become a judge? I started to judge matches and sweepstakes back in the early ‘80s. I found I enjoyed learning about new breeds and searching through an entry for the one that really pleased me. Who, if anyone, has influenced your […]
What to do…What to Eat… What to See… In Ocala, Florida during the January Florida Gulf Coast Cluster
Wait ‘til the clouds roll by – William Henry Hamilton Trood AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB, AKC HUMANE FUND & BONHAMS AUCTION HOUSE HOST “BARKFEST AT BONHAMS” CHARITY BRUNCH – Join AKC/Eukanuba National Champion “Sky” the Wire Fox Terrier For Light Fare and Fine Art – New York, NY – Bring your ‘best friend’ to the […]
Advance planning will make the dog show experience more fulfilling and allow one to enjoy their time at different locations that they travel to. Many exhibitors only look at a dog show as the way to earn wins in the ring. With the extensive travel needed to finish or campaign a dog it is possible […]
Dog shows are the best resource for learning for anyone from the first time dog owner to the experienced breeder or handler. One of the original intents for dog shows was to provide education about purebred dogs to the local community in which the show is held. Not that the objectives have changed for dog […]
Choosing the right mentor can help you down the path of success in showing and breeding pure bred dogs. The dog show world can be very exciting and rewarding but is not the easiest to figure out without the proper guidance. A good mentor will not only help you learn about your breed but […]
Patience is a virtue, but in today’s world of “quick gratification” many breeders and owners find themselves in a hurry to finish dogs as young as possible. A flashy puppy is very exciting and often times can win from the six to nine month class.
I’ve just received the AKC Chairman’s recent report titled “The True Essence of AKC Breeders” Mr. Kalter expresses his hope that the AKC and dog breeders can prove to the general public that breeding happy, healthy puppies is the true goal of the people
What has been your most meaningful moment of the AKC Eukanuba National Championship weekend?
The Canine Chronicle has asked the following two questions of the dog fancy at the AKC Eukanuba National Championship on day 1: 1. How far have you walked so far this week? 2. What would you do with the prize money if you win Best in Show at the AKC Eukanuba National Championship? […]
