For many years, KCPS has been honored and privileged to hold our New Year’s Classic Dog Shows and Obedience Trials, on the first show weekend of each year at the beautiful Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. With your strong support, our shows have grown to be the largest outdoor dog show events in the [...]
A life committed to canine excellence Born into the fancy, Ruthellen Viall represented everything that’s right with our sport. Her keen understanding of the concept of breed type was manifest in her ability to achieve utter excellence in breeds across multiple groups. Her first showdog was a Bichon, whom Ruthellen began presenting at just 6 [...]
It is with deep sadness we mourn the loss of Johnny Shoemaker, a legendary figure in the dog show world and a fashion icon whose influence spanned decades. Johnny, a longtime fancier and AKC Judge, spread love, enthusiasm, and joy to each and every person he encountered. Johnny was truly irresistible and irreplaceable. Johnny’s incredible journey in [...]
Countdown to Morris & Essex 2025! It’s that time again. Time for me to say … Just one more year before the next Morris & Essex! I’m sure you are anticipating our special show just as much as I am. And so I am pleased to announce the 2025 Morris & Essex Kennel Club judging [...]
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The Canine Chronicle is saddened to report the passing of judge Mr. Doug Holloway Jr., known to most as Dougie. Born into the sport of dogs, Dougie attended dog shows from a young age with his father Roy Holloway. He later worked as an assistant to George Alston. In 1997, Dougie led Pa, aka Ch. [...]
The Canine Chronicle is saddened to report the passing of judge Dr Roger Pritchard. Dr Pritchard started in dogs breeding Dachshunds and Boston Terriers under the kennel name ‘Rojes’. He was approved to judge in 1970 and enjoyed judging many overseas assignments. Dr. Pritchard helped organize many dog clubs–both specialty and all breed. He also [...]
Editor’s Note: We were all shocked and saddened by the passing of Mr. James Reynolds. In our effort to make sure the news of his death reached the fancy, we published an ever so brief obituary for him. Yesterday, Jim’s daughter-in-law, Paula Hall, sent us a more complete obituary written by his son, Brett. We [...]
Robert “Bob” Weatherwax, a trainer and owner of the original Lassie, died on Friday. He was 83. Weatherwax’s death was confirmed by his son, also named Robert, on Instagram. He wrote, “It is with great sorry that I announce the passing of my legendary dog-training father. Robert Walter Weatherwax (L) — 4 June 1941 – [...]
The Canine Chronicle is saddened to hear of the passing of judge James Reynolds. Mr Reynolds became involved in the sport of dogs in 1956. He was a successful breeder of Scottish Terriers under the kennel name Renaldo where he produced many American and Canadian champions as well as several Canadian Best In Show winners. [...]
