Hunting for Greatness
People begin showing dogs for many different reasons. In general, anything short of true dedication is bound to fail. But never say never.
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AKC’s First President – James M. Taylor
AKC is generally considered one of those impenetrable bluechip organizations. It probably seems that way now, but it didn’t simply arise in full corporate splendor on Madison Avenue.
Your Intent Justifies Tax Deductions
The deadline to file your 2016 income tax return is April 15th, and it will be here before you know it. Whether you have recently had your first litter or your last, or are anxiously awaiting the arrival of your next litter, you may have found yourself asking, “Will the Internal Revenue Service allow me to write off the costs associated with breeding and raising a litter?”
The Positive-Negative List
Our world is filled with advice on breeding dogs and much of it is very good. Examples include, “pick a stud dog who will improve your bitch’s weak points.”
Dog Statues
They are frozen in time and sometimes deceptively real. Perpetuated in stone or bronze, looking over water, streets, parks or squares, dog statues can be found all over the world.
Obedience Dogs’ New Tricks
By Amy Fernandez News of Westminster’s inaugural Masters Obedience Championship received mixed reactions within this classic sport according to veteran competitor Marcia Dawson. “For years we have tried to get AKC to promote our sport. They do so much to promote conformation, agility, and rally but they treat obedience like the unwanted stepchild. Initially, when […]
Dogs of North America – Part 2
Although the modern media does its best to distort the fact, purebred dogs stem from a long tradition of the form follows function concept.
The Benefits of Obedience
According to the AKC website,”Obedience trials demonstrate the dog’s ability to follow specified routines in the obedience ring and emphasize the usefulness of the dog as a companion to humankind.
A Sea Change In Gun Dog Training Techniques
Webster defines a sea change as “a marked change or transformation.” While William Shakespeare, who coined the phrase in The Tempest, used it in a song sung by Ariel, a supernatural spirit, to Ferdinand, Prince of Naples following Ferdinand’s father’s apparent death by drowning to literally mean a change brought about by the sea. Subsequent usage has referred to situations where a truly momentous change has taken place.
Westminster Regains Its Mojo
By Amy Fernandez It has taken a few years but finally, in 2016, Westminster seemed to be settled into its second home over at Piers 92/94. Needless to say, managing a major show at two separate venues poses substantial logistical challenges. That was pretty much the overriding theme for Westminster 2012, its first year at […]
