In celebration of yesterday’s National Purebred Dog Day, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina has introduced Senate Resolution 447. This resolution would officially designate May 1st as National Purebred Dog Day (NPDD), highlighting the crucial role that purebred dogs and breeders of purebred dogs have played in United States history and spotlighting the many […]
The FCI released the following statement regarding the upcoming 2016 World Dog Show to be held in Moscow: Dear FCI members, dear breeders, dear exhibitors In order to ensure a proper, efficient and successful World Dog Show 2016 in Moscow, the FCI General Committee has appointed an official consultancy committee, to assist the present RKF’s World Dog Show […]
National Purebred Dog Day is Sunday, May 1st. It is a day to celebrate the heritage, diversity and predictability of the purebred dog and each individual breed’s purpose. How will you celebrate with your purebred dog? According to NationalPureBredDogDay.com, Susi Szeremy, a writer and Puli enthusiast, created National Purebred dog day in 2013 in hopes […]
Mars Petcare US, the world’s largest petcare company, announced the results of a survey exploring how pets have invaded pop culture, even becoming megastars in their own right, all thanks to the power of social media. On the heels – and paws – of National Pet Day, these new insights only underscore just how much […]
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat, and cure diseases in all dogs, is honored to announce a one million dollar donation from the estate of Cora Nunnally Miller to CHF’s endowment fund. Cora N. Miller was a philanthropist, and enthusiastic competitor and breeder of Whippets. She […]
The United States Department of Agriculture today released an updated version of its online course for dog breeders. This course provides the latest information on the federal Animal Welfare Act regulations and licensing requirements. The program includes information on the pre-licensing process, and guidelines and suggestions to help breeders be in compliance. The course can be viewed […]
In each and every breed of dog there are health tests recommended or required by parent clubs and fellow breeders before considering a dog or bitch for carrying on and taking their foray into the whelping box.
The English Setter was one of nine Sporting breeds first recognized when AKC was formed in 1878, and an English Setter was the first registered with registration number 1.
The Sporting Group may rank as the premier showcase of dog breeding artistry and/or canine genetic versatility, depending on personal perspective.
Happiness is never getting sued. However, when people are in conflict over an animal, deciding to sue is an easy choice.
