Unleashed With Lisa & Rudy Episode 1
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“Author Archive”
The Big E – Electric!!!
Long before there was electricity, there was a Westminster Kennel Club. It’s interesting to discover how it all began. A group of gentlemen gathered regularly to brag about their hunting skills at the bar in the Westminster Hotel located in Manhattan, New York. What they had in common was the pleasure of taking their dogs into the field to hunt and shoot, the spirited conversations which followed, and the opportunity to enjoy their drink as well. What ensued was the Westminster Kennel Club, established in 1877 by this group of stalwarts who turned the name of their bar into a legend.
Early Dogs Were Already More Diverse Than We Thought
The domestic dog is the most diverse species on earth. Nowhere is this more evident than in the dog show world. While much of this variation is due to the separation of breeds and further selection for oddities during the Victorian age, there were already loads of variations before then, based upon selection for function. We tend to think of that variation as first arising during ancient Egyptian times, when we find evidence of coursing and warrior dogs, and later in Roman times, when even toy dogs joined the party. But when did dogs really start to fractionate?
The Great Pyrenees – Livestock Guardian Extraordinaire
English ivy is the worst. It strangles every bit of plant life, destroys fencing and brickwork, and worst of all, it is impossible to eradicate. As the president of the local Audubon Society explained, “It’s hard to manage invasive species like English Ivy, but it’s even harder when those plants are on an island, and your organization doesn’t own a boat.” That was the situation on Maclellan Island, a nineteen-acre wildlife sanctuary in the middle of the Tennessee River. A range of invasive plant life was overrunning the island’s protected flora. After a “controlled burn” failed to resolve the problem, the local fire chief suggested a truly old school solution. Goats. No one had previously considered this remedy, but they were desperate. So, they took the advice and ordered six goats. But goats need 24/7 tending, and Maclellan is uninhabited. You know where this is going.
Was There A Right Choice?
Long after the emergency has passed, many owners are left with the same question. Was there a right choice?
Best In School: Education Is Not The Enemy Of Experience
In the dog fancy, junior showmanship is often described as a pipeline. Junior handlers are born into the sport, grow up in the sport, hone their skills in the ring, deepen their husbandry knowledge as assistants, and eventually transition into roles as breeders, judges, or professional handlers. Within this narrative, there is an unspoken assumption that the most committed juniors are those who never step away–the ones seen working diligently each weekend, remaining continuously visible, continuously competing, and continuously immersed.
The Juggling Act of Impartiality
How does one be impartial and still have the perception of being impartial?
AKC Virtual Title Programs
A great many aspects of our daily lives changed with the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. Some of those changes included losing access to conformation and training classes, puppy matches, dog shows, as well as companion and performance events. To meet our needs, the American Kennel Club began to offer us titling events virtually, and many of us used that opportunity and were greatly appreciative.
There’s Only One: Westminster At 150
Click here to listen on Canine Chronicle TV! Award-winning audio producer and Canine Chronicle feature writer Sarah Montague has created an audio documentary celebrating the 150th anniversary of this iconic event. It moves from the Club’s founding in 1877 to the edge of this year’s show. On the way, we hear about a storied past; […]
The Junior’s Perspective – Interview With The 2025 AKC National Championship Junior Showmanship Judges
Preliminary Judges Dr. Amanda K. Swanson & Ms. Angela Lloyd
