Around The Rings at the Country Music Cluster – Franklin, TN
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Pet Food Debacles
The Business of Pet Food” is the slogan for the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO). Indeed, it is a $20.46 billion dollar industry…
Westminster Scandal
In this case, no necropsy or further toxicological tests was done to confirm the cause of death. Their grief and reluctance is understandable. No one wants to contemplate a deceased loved one in that context. But as things stand, his tragic death will reinforce negative perceptions about dog shows and fuel rumors rather than resolving a mystery that might have provided useful information for other exhibitors.
Kennel Club Veterinary Health Checks: Behind the Scenes
A short film showing what happens during a veterinary health check at General and Group Championship dog shows has been released by the Kennel Club.??The film, created in time for Crufts, is a candid look at the friendly and non-invasive process involved, and demonstrates what the vets look for during a veterinary health check. It […]
Dr. Gerda Maria Kennedy 1919 – 2013
Gerda was famous for never ever getting dirt on her clothing (very often a white suit) or having her hair messed by the wind. It seemed that the rain would part to keep her dry while everyone else was soaked.
Christopher Walker Hired as Assistant Vice President, Social Media Outreach/Communications
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce that Christopher Walker has been hired as Assistant Vice President (AVP), Social Media Outreach/Communications, effective March 4, 2013. He will oversee the expansion of AKC’s digital marketing efforts via social media and other channels. “Chris brings a broad marketing and digital […]
Crufts 2013 – Be there and avoid the jetlag!
Lisa, Carrie and Lisa Bridges will be keeping everyone in the loop on our facebook page like they did from the Garden this year. Get the insider views and tips on the world’s largest dog show from the trenches. If you are at the show send LisaCroft-Elliott or Carrie Russell-Smith a PM to let them […]
Westminster KC Issues Statement Regarding NY Times Dog Poisoning Article
Responding to the article in the New York Times that speculated about the supposed poisoning of a dog at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on February 13, 2013, the club has issued a statement regarding the report. The statement from David Frei reads: We have never, to our knowledge, had an incident at our show […]
Reducing Animal Overpopulation
By Lisa Dubé Forman Numbers are regularly tossed around like pennies into a fountain as to the quantity of dogs and cats entering US shelters each year. As claimed by the World Society for the Protection of Animals there are 6 to 8 million dogs and cats that enter shelters in the United States. Additionally, […]
