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The Ohio State University research team was recently awarded a grant from the AKC Canine Health Foundation to investigate infectious disease risks (e.g., dog flu) for dogs at group settings, such as conformation shows. Currently, there is little information available about infectious disease risks at group dog events. This study will be a critical step toward better […]
June 3rd, 2019 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured,Health & Training | Read More »
We have another fun #ThrowbackThursday photo to share with our readers on this Thursday. Can you name the talented professional handler pictured in this week’s throwback? Guess Who? Check back on Monday for the correct answer! The correct answer is of course, Andy Linton. Thank you all for your participation! Don’t forget! Do you have […]
May 30th, 2019 | Posted in Featured,The Buzz | Read More »
Customers can receive one-on-one help to find their new dog. The American Kennel Club has launched AKC PuppyVisor™, a personalized dog concierge service to help potential dog owners find their new best friend. Whether looking for a puppy or to give an older dog a good home, the service is designed to walk customers through […]
May 29th, 2019 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »
Another Mission Circuit is in the books. This circuit has become a fixture on my show travel schedule, and it’s a cluster that I look forward to every year. The Fairplex is the perfect venue for a dog show, and Arlene and Lowell Davis, Loran Morgan, and all the committee volunteers work hard to make […]
May 29th, 2019 | Posted in Featured | Read More »
You might think that the dog biz is a thrill a minute, another shocking surprise around every corner. Let me set you straight. I recently discovered a captivating little book, Dog Show Maxims authored by William L. McCandlish back in 1925, that’s almost a century ago. At first glance I anticipated a quaint dip into nostalgia; possibly a few genuine insights considering his once preeminent position in this sport.
May 28th, 2019 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
We received the sad news that Dr. Robert D Smith of St Stephens Church, VA passed away on Saturday, May 25th 2019 following an automobile accident. Dr. Smith was a well-known and revered judge of all AKC Breeds. Dr. Smith devoted much of his life to the sport of purebred dogs. He had been intimately […]
May 27th, 2019 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »
The Canine Chronicle would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Memorial Day holiday. Have a great day with family and friends while honoring those who have fallen while in service to our country. Enjoy!
May 27th, 2019 | Posted in Featured | Read More »
Chairman William Feeney has announced the appointment of an ad hoc committee comprised of AKC Delegates, AKC staff, scientists, and veterinarians, each with specific related knowledge and experience, to research and analyze both the current state and the future of canine genetic testing. The committee’s primary work product will be a comprehensive white paper describing […]
May 23rd, 2019 | Posted in Breaking News,Featured | Read More »
When I was in South Jordan, Utah at the Beehive cluster a couple weeks back, a little girl showing her Australian Shepherd in the Owner/Handled group caught my eye. This little girl was so polished and confident, and was smiling from ear to ear as she showed her Aussie. Fast-forward to the following day when […]
May 22nd, 2019 | Posted in Featured | Read More »
This topic usually gets top airplay around Christmastime when cats are industriously gobbling up tinsel and dogs; well they’re having a total food orgy with everything else. The thing is we all know better, even without those detailed, annoying holiday lists of unsafe food items.
May 22nd, 2019 | Posted in Current Articles,Featured | Read More »
