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Calling All Canine Heroes! Nominate A Dog For An AKC Humane Fund Award For Canine Excellence!
New York, NY – To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane FundSM is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). Nominations are open now through July 31st and winners will be announced in late 2021. The 2021 Awards for Canine Excellence will be covered on AKC.tv. Each year, the AKC […]
Icons of the Sport – Bob and Helen Stein Chat with Michael Hill (Part 2)
In PART 2 of this must-see interview, Michael Hill talks dogs with Bob and Helen Stein. Icons of the Sport – Bob and Helen Stein Chat with Michael Hill (Part 2)
Judging the Judges
Recently, the UK Kennel Club announced that it was expanding its ‘Breed Watch System’. This system is supposed to act as a kind of ‘early warning’ for judges, allowing them to identify points of concern in individual breeds.
Competition vs. Sportsmanship – Are They Opposites?
When was the last time you saw a wonderful example of good sportsmanship? When was the last time you saw a glaring example of poor sportsmanship? Which do you see more often? And which are you a part of most often? If I told you that being a good sport could be very beneficial to you, would that get your attention?
Icons of the Sport – Bob and Helen Stein Chat with Michael Hill
In this must-see interview, Michael Hill talks dogs with Bob and Helen Stein! Getting to Know Bob and Helen Stein with Michael Hill
Never Far from Its Origin – The Modern Bergamasco
In the beginning, man’s relationship with dogs was limited to hunting. With the evolution of the human species, raising crops and livestock became some of man’s most important livelihoods. Dogs became well integrated into human communities and immediately found a place in what can be seen as man’s first steps towards civilization. Together with man, the dog became a shepherd.
Real #Winning – Sportsmanship and Social Media
When I first created my Facebook profile as a young teenager, “social media” was still a new concept at that time and I was excited to finally explore all its potential. Naturally, my dogs soon dominated my Facebook as well as Instagram, Twitter, Snap Chat, etc. I am not alone in this phenomenon. As soon as the internet spits out a new social media platform, dog people have a knack for turning it to their benefit. In fact, many kennel clubs, breeders and handlers are more likely to use social media to promote themselves versus traditional websites or printed materials. Why? Social media panders to a wider audience along with a more specific audience depending upon the filters in place. Also, once a post is made, it is immediately viewable by anyone with access.
Will’s World with Judge Mr. Geir Flyckt-Pedersen
Wills World with Judge Mr. Geir Flyckt-Pedersen – Will Alexander has an in-depth conversation about dogs, dog shows and more with one of the dog world’s best Mr. Geir Flyckt-Pedersen!
Remembering Julie Desy – Ilemist Shelties
We received the sad news that Shetland Sheepdog legend, Julie Desy of Wyandotte, Michigan, passed away today, January 22nd 2021 from pancreatic cancer. Julie Desy bred, owned, and handled Shetland Sheepdogs under the Ilemist prefix successfully for many decades. Julie’s daughter, Meredith Hector, is also a successful Shetland Sheepdog breeder, owner, and handler. Notably, Julie handled the […]
