Fancier Ms. Anna Gracie to Join WKC Staff The Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) welcomes its newest staff member Ms. Anna Gracie as Digital Media Manager today. Ms. Gracie, a second-generation dog breeder and exhibitor, will work with WKC Director of Communications Gail Miller Bisher and the club’s social media partner GLOW, a Manhattan-based agency. Additionally, […]
There have been numerous articles written on the handling of show dogs, and a good many books as well.
One of the thorniest questions asked when looking for the next How do we meet the supply and demand for purebred dogs by family companion is, where should I get my dog?
Some breeds are known to be notoriously challenging, no place for the weak or clueless. At the top of that heap there are a few where only ironclad experts and demented thrill-seekers dare venture. Then there’s the Doberman ring.
Some time ago, while we were sitting around telling lies and talking smart, a long-time hunting partner of mine posed an interesting question.
This week we are featuring a photo from the Chattanooga Kennel Club in 1989. Can you name the professional handler that is handling a boxer? Can you name the judge? Check back on Monday for the correct answer to this week’s throwback! The correct answer to this week’s throwback is Rick Justice! Thanks to Mandy […]
The following news article is regarding Craig Eugene and his actions at the Southeastern Iowa Kennel Club dog show held in Ottumwa, Iowa on Saturday, July 8th. To read more visit the Des Moines Register, here. By Kelly McGowan Three dogs died of heat exposure after they were locked in a vehicle Saturday outside of […]
Sadly, in Ottumwa, IA, reported carelessness by a handler caused the loss of three dogs that expired in a hot car…
New York, NY (July 12, 2017)- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry, and Royal Canin, a leading global pet food company specializing in breed-specific nutrition, are pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes. The National All-Breed Stakes is a competition […]
$15,000 in Donations to Three National Breed Clubs New York, N.Y. – The Westminster Kennel Club, in its ongoing charitable efforts to give back to the sport, will donate $5,000 each to three American Kennel Club (AKC®)-recognized national breed clubs to support the club’s dog rescue activities. The three donations totaling $15,000 will be presented at […]
