The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Here in the US, it’s impossible to imagine the everyday reality of life in Soviet Russia.
“Author Archive”
The Return Of Rabies
On December 23rd the dog world received an unwanted holiday gift–a rescue dog in Cook County, Illinois had tested positive for rabies. This was the first rabies-positive dog in the state of Illinois since 1994 and the first in Cook County since 1964. Those numbers align with the rest of the US where rabies long ago ceased to pose a threat to household pets.
Do You Have A Game Plan?
As another show season begins, ask yourself: do you know why you’re going? Are you chasing points or progress?
Breed Priorities – Anatolian Shepherd Dog
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an unusual working breed in that many of them still perform their original function. The majority of the Anatolians today, including those in the breed ring, work as flock guardians. The flocks may vary, and in at least some cases include guarding other dogs; but the Anatolians are still working at the jobs they have done for millennia. This breed may be the penultimate “dual dog.”
Did You Know? – When Is The Standard Your “Bible?”…
Does anyone else get tired of hearing the plethora of “experts” claiming that one must always breed and exhibit dogs that are closest to their breed standard…because that is the “Bible” for all things to the breed!
In Their Own Words
As expected, the 2025 AKC National Championship was incredible with 5,557 dogs in regular competition, including 1,602 puppies and 1,040 BBE competitors. After 25 years, skepticism has transformed into awestruck reports of record setting entries.
2025 AKC NOHS Invitational
It’s time for our annual NOHS recap, covering the pros and cons of not just the NOHS Finals in Orlando, but of the year as a whole. I am grateful that each year this article gets shorter, as the system and shows continue to iron out problems.
The Progressive Toy Club Saturday January 31st
The Progressive Toy Club Saturday January 31st Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Elaine Tours The AKC Museum Of The Dog
Closet Confidential with Elaine Lessig “Elaine Tours The AKC Museum Of The Dog” Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!
Closet Confidential – January 2026
Click here to read the complete article 116 – February, 2026 By Elaine Lessig Fashion finds are different for each of us. What you consider to be fashionable might be considered out of fashion by your best friend. Each of us has a different point of view. In these early weeks of 2026, let’s take [...]
