It is with great sorrow that we report the passing of AKC Judge, Mrs. Joan Frailey of Redlands, California on Friday, August 30, 2013. Mrs. Frailey was an admired judge of Best in Show and all Hound, Working, Non-Sporting, and Herding breeds. She and her sister, Julie Holm, were extremely successful breeders of whippets under […]
We have received the sad news that Mrs. Michele Billings suffered from a stroke last weekend. Mrs. Billings is now in the hospital beginning her rehabilitation and recovery. We join the entire dog fancy in wishing Mrs. Billings a complete and expedited recovery. Mrs. Billings will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time. […]
With an enhanced event schedule and expanded online coverage, this year’s Show Planning Committee is creating a truly one of a kind event.
Of late I have watched this breed become more and more popular at dog shows and I know exactly why. They are no longer spooky, mysterious, hard to understand animals. They have gradually emerged into small, easy to live with odorless pets who just plain enjoy their lives.
The AKC/Eukanuba National Championship is less than four months away! Start planning your week in Orlando, Florida now, with the schedule of unique events available at the Orange County Convention Center from Tuesday, December 10 to Sunday, December 15. The following is a list of events taking place during the week in Orlando that are […]
Mr. and Mrs. Frederic Brown epitomized the fabulously wealthy fanciers who launched the first wave of the rise of America’s purebred dog scene. Their success was largely built on the firm bedrock of British dog experts. Thanks to them, many breeds arrived prepackaged and ready to serve.
I had only heard the most gushing of comments about the show – the high quality of dogs, the opulence of the special events and the special attention to detail to all facets of the show. I must admit that I was very impressed by the show and that the experience lived up to my great expectations.
The signs of a declining sport are all around us. Registrations of purebred dogs have been falling for more than 15 years. A recent magazine editorial called it a continuing dramatic free fall, based on data obtained from AKC in confidence since AKC ceased releasing such information, even to its delegates
Located less than five miles from the Santa Barbara Kennel Club Dog Show at Earl Warren Show Grounds, The Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort takes “pet friendly” to the next level, as they accommodate their guest’s pets in unique and detailed ways. All dog’s staying receive a complimentary treat bag once checking into the resort. Dogs […]
show dogs as a hobby. In that sports venue there are deeply committed people who advance the breeds they love. Many of my colleagues in Irish Setters have been friends for decades and we share stories about our show life, the people we’ve met, the dogs we’ve owned and the triumphs we’ve achieved.
