New York, NY – The AKC Humane Fund, Inc. is pleased to announce the 2016 recipients of the Sir John D. Spurling Scholarship, celebrating the human-canine bond. Each year, the AKC Humane Fund awards five full-time students enrolled in courses of study that contribute to the well-being of dogs and the advancement of responsible pet […]
The flooding has hit many of the dog fanciers we know and see around the rings each weekend. According to Daryl Martin, longtime breeder and exhibitor Shannon Moberly lost her home, car, motorhome and personal belongings. Luckily, she was able to save herself and her dogs along with her late husband’s ashes, but the rest of her possessions are gone.
The American Kennel Club emphatically supports freedom of choice in selecting a pet. AKC actively promotes efforts to ensure that people are educated, understand the demands of responsible ownership and have access to a pet that is right for them. AKC strongly opposes any measure that restricts choice by compelling people and/or retailers to obtain pets solely from shelter or rescue distributors.
The Lorian County Kennel Club Dog Show group judging is cancelled today, Saturday, August 13, 2016 due to inclement weather and the tent collapsing. Thanks to Deb Shindle for sharing the photo from the show.
August 2016 To: AKC Dog Show Rules Committee and All Delegates From: The Dog Show Superintendents Association The Dog Show Superintendents Association is committed, like you, to creating a customer friendly environment for all clubs and exhibitors. We also share the mutual goal to grow our sport and work every day to assist in doing […]
Today, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) published proposed updates to its regulations to make them consistent with existing requirements under the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA).
Friends of Bruce and Nancy Petersen recently set up a GoFundMe account to help with the care and welfare of Bruce and Nancy’s dogs following their tragic passing. All funds will be deposited into an account that has been authorized by the Petersen family. Any remaining funds will be donated to the Irish Terrier Club […]
The Canine Chronicle is saddened to report the tragic passing of Bruce and Nancy Petersen of Bloomington, Illinois on Sunday, July 31, 2016. Bruce and Nancy Petersen were longtime dedicated Irish Terrier fanciers. They were devoted to the Irish Terrier Breed and the sport of purebred dogs. They were involved in the Corn Belt Kennel […]
We are saddened to relay the news of Ch. Telltale Salute’s passing on Friday, July 15, 2016. The Canine Chronicle would like to express sincere condolences to RB’s devoted breeders and owners, Celie Florence, Delores Streng and Robin Novack. As the Number One Sporting Dog in 2005, RB’s show career included countless accolades and awards. […]
NEW YORK, NY (July 25, 2016) – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is delighted to announce the judging panel for the 2016 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals (NOHS). The Finals will be held in December in Orlando, Florida as part of the AKC National Championship, hosted in partnership with Royal Canin. Breed and group judging […]
