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 […]
It takes a village to put on a dog show. Many people must be involved in planning, organizing and working at any show, but few jobs are as underappreciated as that of the ring steward.
Veterinarians at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital offer the following tips to keep pets healthy and cool during the hot days ahead: Do not leave your pet alone in your car. Vehicles heat up quickly in the sun, and animals left in them can succumb to heat stroke within minutes. Heat stroke is life threatening for both dogs […]
New York, NY – At the July monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of The American Kennel Club held in New York City, Ann Wallin of the Atlanta Kennel Club Inc., was elected to the Board of Directors in a special election to fill the seat left vacant by the late Steve Gladstone until […]
We received the sad news from Clint Harris’ daughter, Barbie Johnson, that Clint suffered from a very serious fall at a car shop, tripping and falling into an oil change pit. He is at the University of Louisville with several injuries, including a cut to his scalp, a gash on his leg, and more serious […]
This week we are featuring the Best in Show photo from the 1970 Westminster Kennel Club. Can you identify the iconic handler and judge that is pictured handling a Boxer to Best in Show? Can you identify the judge in the photo as well? Guess Who? We had several correct answers this week. Pictured is […]
It is with great sadness and regret that we report the recent passing of AKC Judge Mr. Kent Delaney of Orland Park, Illinois. Kent was known for his friendly, welcoming, and larger than life personality. He was an absolute favorite among exhibitors, and the entire dog show community. He was a longtime respected and knowledgeable […]
Jorge Olivera continues to battle an arm/shoulder injury: Here’s hoping that his wing heals soon and he is back to normal. His wife, Susie, and their very capable assistant, Kate Batzner, are doing double duty to ensure all dogs are shown to their maximum potential while Jorge nurses his injured limb!…
We are sad to report the passing of Bloodhound authority Anne Legge at the age of 84. Many of us remember Anne as an outstanding breeder of Bloodhounds under the prefix Legacy, as well as an expert judge.
