The American Kennel Club Registered Handlers Program, Mt Palomar Kennel Club and Purina are proud to present the “Junior Handler Clinic With The Professionals” on Saturday, May 17th in Valley Center, California. This clinic will be moderated by AKC Registered Handler Program Cooredinators and assisted by AKC Registered Handlers. All present and future Junior Showmanship […]
Sherrie Morgan of Racine, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, April 29th while attending the English Cocker Spaniel Club of America National Specialty. Sherrie was a longtime judge of the Sporting Group, Best in Show, as well as a variety of Hound and Working breeds. The Canine Chronicle would like to express sincere condolences to Sherrie’s […]
Pet Cancer Awareness Month begins tomorrow, and throughout the month of May the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) will provide news and information to help educate dog owners about the cutting-edge research and improved treatment options in the field of canine cancer. “All dogs, whether mixed breed or purebred, are at risk for developing cancer,” […]
by Anne Legge This discussion was prompted by a sweepstakes judge’s request for comments on the strengths and weaknesses of the breed. Serious Problems concern structure, function, and the hallmark head. Less Serious Problems and Minor Faults focus on aspects of breed type. There are NO disqualifications in the Bloodhound Standard. Judges should consider the […]
The grey coats — otherwise known as Norwegian Elkhounds — came and went leaving a wonderfully lasting impression on everyone. The Norwegian Elkhound Association of America’s (NEAA) 25th National Specialty was held on April 23-26, 2014, in Boxborough, Massachusetts.
Contributions and grants to HSUS were down $20 million, or 13%, in 2013.
The Westminster Kennel Club is once again expanding the activities of its famous Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, announcing today with the American Kennel Club that it will present the AKC’s Meet the Breeds event on the Saturday of Westminster weekend. Westminster, which added the inaugural Masters Agility Championship on the Saturday before its all […]
New York, NY –The pack has expanded! The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) announced today the Coton de Tulear and Wirehaired Vizsla will be welcomed to its litter of recognized breeds this year, growing AKC’s family to 180. “The AKC is excited to recognize these friendly, outgoing breeds, giving dog lovers everywhere even more choices to […]
New York, NY – Highlights from the April 21-22, 2014 meeting of the AKC Board of Directors are as follows. Full details on these actions, as well as other actions taken, are included in the minutes for the meetings, which will be posted on the AKC website. In accordance with the requirements of the 2014 New […]
The Canine Chronicle Challenge Statistics is based on wins and points accumulated exclusively at Saturday and Sunday shows. Like other ratings systems, the Canine Chronicle Challenge Statistics includes a separate system for Breed and All Breed rankings, as well as a Top 20 Ratings System for all Groups and Amongst All Breeds.
