Letting Lyra Go
When I posted the above message on Facebook recently, nearly 130 people reacted to my post – one of them, the Publisher/Editor of Cocker Classic, Eilene White, said that my post “hits home with so many of us”
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National Dog Show Presented by Purina Will Introduce Three New Breeds Thanksgiving Day
The National Dog Show Presented by Purina ® will introduce three new American Kennel Club -sanctioned breeds this November when the 15th Annual NBC television broadcast airs nationally on Thanksgiving Day. The American Hairless Terrier (Terrier Group), the Sloughi (SLOO-ghee) (Hound Group) and the Pumi (Pu-MI) (Herding Group) will make their national, major-event debut before […]
10 Good Reasons for Showing in Jr. Showmanship
The American Kennel Club, National Parent Clubs, as well as local all-breed and specialty clubs know that you are the future of the sport, and we want you to know it, too. The more you learn and the greater your experiences, the more you will grow in the sport and as an individual.
Kenneth Sleeper Memorial Service Information
Kenneth Sleeper passed away on July 10, 2016 at 71 years of age. He and his wife owned and operated Roy Jones Dog Shows for over 40 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and many friends at this difficult time. He will be missed. There will be a memorial service on Tuesday, […]
5 Products to Help Keep Show Dogs Cool This Summer
We are in the middle of one hot summer! As always, it is important to keep our dogs cool and safe during these high temperatures. Jeffers Pet Supplies and Amazon offer the following products to help keep our show dogs cool this summer: 1. Metro Air Force Crate Cooling Fan – Crate fan perfect for […]
Kennel Marketing – Part 4
It’s a myth that everything is free on the internet. However, users’ habits show that much content is still easily accessible and can be used freely.
Reflections of a Breeder/Owner/Handler
At our Chow Chow Club, Inc. National Specialty in 2014, much to my surprise, my bitch won Best of Opposite Sex at the tender age of fourteen months.
Table Talk
The Canine Chronicle extends our deepest sympathies to Patty Keenan on the loss of her mom, AKC Judge Barbara Keenan, who passed away last week. Ken Sleeper, owner of Roy Jones Dog Shows, passed away Saturday. We extend our sympathies to his wife, Virginia, his family, and all the folks at RJDS.
Making Dog Shows Fun Again
“Anything that I can do to make it easier and more fun, I am going to do. That includes paying for things that make the show less work, so I can save my energy for the good stuff.” This conversation got me started thinking about the shows and what makes people choose one show weekend over another.
Remembering John “Buddy” Downey – February 18, 1950 – July 3, 2016
Well-known dog show photographer John “Buddy” Downey passed away Sunday, July 3, 2016, in his home after a short illness. He was 66. As a professional handler in the 1980s, Buddy showed many dogs to top wins. One favorite dog was the Labrador Retriever he handled to break the Best in Show record for the […]
