Jane Alston-Myers Hired As AKC Executive Field Representative

The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Jane Alston-Myers of Ocala, FL has been hired as an Executive Field Representative.

The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Jane Alston-Myers of Ocala, FL has been hired as an Executive Field Representative.

If nothing else, this dog game instills a resourceful mentality. When we see a challenge, we devise a solution. Maybe it’s not neat or easy, but we generally get the job done. And that’s exactly how America’s purebred fancy has responded to the unfolding crisis in Ukraine. From the get-go, we understood the magnitude of the situation confronting Ukrainian dog owners. At this point in time, regardless of the scope of any natural or man-made disaster, there is no longer any debate about abandoning pets. No need to review the documented evidence of that fact. Regardless of any possible trauma they face, time and again we’ve watched people choose death over that loss. Bureaucracy no longer denies that reality. Unfortunately, that’s about as far as it’s gotten.

Join Michael Hill in his exciting series “INFLUENCERS.” Michael will be hosting dog show enthusiasts, handlers, breeders, and judges as they reveal who has impacted them the most. This series will touch upon how influential mentors are and how they shape not only individuals but the future of the dog show world. Next, in the series is […]

We love purebred dogs for their singularity—each breed designed for a different end—each both functional and beautiful. In their working lives—even as companion animals—we see examples of form following function. The long, low Dachshund; the pendulous Bloodhound; the solid and athletic Labrador Retriever. In conformation shows, we see these same qualities in an aesthetic context. “Best dog on the day” looks most like itself, and what it represents.

Many folks look forward to the Bucks and Trenton weekend on the East Coast. Unfortunately, the weather gods had different plans for Bucks this year as severe weather including strong winds and heavy rains caused the show to be cancelled. With much hard work and re-organizing, club volunteers and John Miller and the Site Control crew were able to re-arrange things so the Trenton shows could be held on Sunday and Monday. Their efforts allowed Trenton to celebrate their 100th anniversary.

We received the sad news that Yvonne “Billie” Phelps passed away in her sleep at her home on May 4, 2022. Billie was an icon in Miniature Schnauzers under the kennel name of Sole Baye. Her dogs were handled initially by Maripi Wooldridge and later she and Ruth Zeigler (Allaruth) had dogs handled by Bergit […]

Question of the week: In Dog Shows, who or what is an “all rounder”? Check back on Friday when we reveal the correct answer! Do you have a fun dog show trivia question that you would like to share for #TriviaTuesday? Email Amy at showresults@caninechronicle.com.

Will Alexander Drops Some Knowledge About What’s Happening in the Sport of Dogs. It’s Deep… It’s Humorous… It’s Provocative… It’s Will Unfiltered! This week Will gives us 10 Questions in 60 Seconds. Ep. #18. Click here to watch on Canine Chronicle TV!

Here I am, just six miles east, but a world away from our previous home. Finally, I am taming the chaos. These past six weeks have been a whirlwind of activity and emotions. Making the decision to sell our home of twenty-one years was the easy part. We agreed. It was time. The selling part happened much faster than we ever expected. One open house on the Sunday before the Super Bowl brought several potential buyers. Early the next morning came an offer. How pleased we were that a lovely couple found our house to be as beautiful and unique as we did. Stately historic homes are definitely not for everyone, but it was perfect for them. Three days later the house was under contract