by Dr. Carmen Battaglia originally published: November/December 2016 Children’s handling classes at dog events developed in a variety of ways depending on the country and the local circumstances. For most of the major show-giving bodies throughout the world, Junior Showmanship is an apprenticeship program in dog handling and a mechanism for preparing young people for […]
It’s finally here! The Great American Dog Show (GADS) offers unique, affordable, family-friendly entertainment and the thrill of world-class canine competition, this upcoming weekend, August 25-27 at The McCormick Place Convention Center, Lakeside Center. Guests can watch dogs from 200 American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized breeds compete for Best in Breed, Best in Group and Best in Show throughout the […]
The American Staffordshire Terrier is one of several bull-and-terrier breeds recognized by AKC. Early in the 19th century, the Bulldog (as it was two centuries ago) was mixed with some terriers to get a dog with the courage and tenacity of the Bulldog and the spirt and agility of Terriers. One result of the crosses was the Staffordshire Terrier.
If your travels bring you to Chicago, be sure to stop by the Chronicle booth at McCormick Place and see me! We will have our latest issue of The Canine Chronicle, and I will be visiting with fanciers for Table Talk Live!
What breed of dog am I? I am a breed in the Working Group; my name loosely translates to “farm dog.” I am a large dog that is strong, confident and muscular in appearance with powerful, free-flowing movement. My head should be blocky, broad, deep, square and muscular, with well filled cheeks and in proportion to my body. Correct […]
Mrs. Kramer brings a lifetime of experience as a preservation breeder, professional dog handler, American Kennel Club Executive Field Representative, and judge to the most prestigious assignment in the sport. As a child, Mrs. Kramer started in the sport showing her Wire Fox Terriers. She later worked for a top Scottish Terrier breeder after school and on weekends, to learn animal husbandry, and gain more experience showing dogs. Later she apprenticed under a prominent professional dog handler and eventually became a highly successful top handler herself while continuing to be a preservation breeder. Mrs. Kramer has bred National Specialty and All-Breed Best In Show winners, and numerous top-ranked dogs. She handled top-winning Terriers and Toy dogs setting
A simple blood test may predict the risk of progressive heart and kidney disease in people with Type 2 diabetes and kidney disease, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association’s flagship journal Circulation. “High levels of certain biomarkers are indicators of heart and kidney complications and may help predict future risk of disease progression,” […]
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We received the very sad news that Carolyn Alexander of Corral De Tierra, California passed away. Carolyn was a Bull Terrier breeder, AKC Judge, and longtime fancier involved in all aspects of the sport of purebred dogs. Carolyn’s love of dogs began very early on. She owned a Fox Terrier, Pekingese, Afghan Hounds, and German […]
Were you able to correctly guess this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Who could you name in this photo? Answer: Ch. Ale Kai Mikimoto On Fifth owned by Karen LeFrak & Wendell J. Sammet, handled by Wendell under judge Ms. Betty Regina Leininger in 2004. Don’t forget! Do you have a fun photo that you would like to share […]
