By Amy Fernandez Jack London long ago faded off the charts as a popular author- except for dog people. Most of us avidly read his works as children, and more than a few of us continue to re-read his classics like Call of the Wild and White Fang. Recently, one of his letters was discovered […]
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is proud to announce the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award finalists, chosen based on nominations from AKC member clubs. The Awards, established in 1989, honor those who have impacted the dog world on a national level. The nine individuals below have greatly advanced the sport of purebred […]
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The dog world is mourning the loss of Jim McTernan today. He passed away last night after a year-long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie. Those who knew Jim remember him as an outgoing man who was always quick with a smile as well as a helping hand. His strong baritone […]
Susan M. Lilly, Certified Fund Raising Professional (CFRE), has been appointed CEO of the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF). Founded in 1995, CHF is the leading organization devoted solely to canine health research, having funded more than $40 million in worthy scientific research and education to help dogs and their owners lead longer, healthier lives. […]
AKC Chairman Alan Kalter accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in memory of Dr. Bill Newman, cherished friend of AKC, former Board member and Vice-Chairman, and dedicated champion of his beloved Mastiffs. Mr. Kalter challenged the entire AKC Board – stay tuned to see if they accept! Check out the video of Mr. Kalter’s ALS […]
by Amy Fernandez In 1952, the Long Coat Chihuahua became the last recipient of AKC’s coveted designation of separate variety status. AKC hasn’t wavered from that policy for a half -century despite the convincing evidence many clubs have presented for their breeds. The fact that the Chihuahua Club of America attained this holy grail suggests […]
Inbreeding, linebreeding and outcrossing are terms describing the three methods for blending canine bloodlines to achieve a desired consistency of genotype and phenotype. Used wisely, they provide enlightened breeders with an array of valuable systems to aid you in determining the direction and control of a well-planned breeding program. Each plays a vital role in meeting the needs of the small breeder. And, in the larger scope, of the preservation and maintenance of the breed and it’s most desired characteristics. Defined briefly:
By Sarah Sprouse, Legislative Analyst, AKC Government Relations Would you lie to get a handicapped parking placard? Would you fake an injury that required the use of a wheelchair to obtain special services? Would you feign a life threatening illness to qualify for a Make-A-Wish trip? Most people would never do these things because they […]
by Cheslie Pickett We are saddened to report the passing of Mary Jo Loye of Auburn Hills, Michigan. Mary Jo bred Papillons and Phalenes under the Josandre’ prefix since purchasing her first papillon in 1966. Mary Jo dedicated her life to the Papillon breed. She bred, owned or handled seven different Papillons to Best in […]
– A Summer of Positive Action for AKC — New York, NY – It is back to school time across America and students are being asked that time-tested question – “What did you do over the summer?” For my wife and I, it’s a rather easy question to sum up in just five […]
