Regina Beinhauer, owner of the famous Cocker Spaniel, Striker, was in Las Vegas this past weekend for a very special occasion. Her daughter, Tracy, was married to her fiancé Ed Childers. I hear the wedding was spectacular. Our best wishes to these newlyweds for a lifetime of love and happiness.
Canine Extravaganza, the nation’s largest celebration of dogs, returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center’s North/South Building this December 16 and 17 with exciting elements for all dog lovers. Presented by the American Kennel Club® (AKC) and Royal Canin, a global dog food brand, this two-day event takes place on Saturday and Sunday from 8 […]
First Responders with the Levy County Department of Public Safety, including 7 ambulances, are now some of the best-equipped in the nation to save a pet’s life. That’s because Invisible Fence of Central Florida has donated ten pet oxygen mask kits to the department. This donation is just a small part of Invisible Fence® Brand’s […]
The Premium List for the 2018 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is now available online here. The 142nd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show will be held on Monday and Tuesday, February 12th and 13th, 2018. Breed judging, the special attraction Masters Obedience Championship competition, and Junior Showmanship preliminaries will be at Piers 92 and 94. […]
We received the news that James White of Newport, North Carolina, passed away at his home on Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Mr. White was a respected AKC Judge of all Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier and Herding breeds. He judged many prestigious venues, including National Specialties, the AKC National Championship and Westminster Kennel Club. He and […]
Here is another fun photo to share for this #ThrowbackThursday. Can you guess the talented professional handler shown in this week’s #ThrowbackThursday? Guess who? Head back on Monday to check your answer! The correct answer is Diego Garcia! Thank you Evelyn for sharing this great photo! Do you have a fun photo that you would […]
New York, NY — The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2017 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “The breeders honored with this award are truly committed to excellence, consistency, breed standard and type,” said Dennis Sprung, AKC […]
In Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of The Breed’s First Competition at the Iconic Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show In advance of the 142nd Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the Whippet, a very athletic sighthound breed originally from England, took over Chase Square at Madison Square Garden to celebrate 125 years in renowned competition. […]
It is with great regret that we report the passing of AKC Judge Mr. Charles Scott of New Castle, Indiana. He was a longtime respected judge of all Toy breeds, Afghan Hounds, Greyhounds, Whippets, Poodles, Standard Manchester Terriers and Junior Showmanship. Before his judging career, he was a successful breeder of Italian Greyhounds, along with […]
Our friends in Puerto Rico are suffering immeasurably right now. The Caribe Kennel Club’s shows close this Wednesday, September 27. Maybe we should all consider giving them an entry even if you can’t attend the show. This would be an easy way to show your support and help the good people of Puerto Rico keep their shows alive during this trying time.
