The purebred dog community mourns the loss of longtime professional handler and revered AKC judge Brian Meyer, whose life in dogs began quite literally at birth: his parents, Lorraine and the late Kenneth Meyer, were respected Boxer breeders in Rockford, Illinois. Brian stepped into the show ring at age 10 and never looked back. While working [...]
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jackie Stacy, a beloved figure in the world of purebred dogs, who passed away on June 10, 2025. Jackie’s contribution to the canine community as an American Kennel Club (AKC) judge, respected breeder, and talented handler leaves behind an indelible legacy that will continue [...]
The Kennel Club of Palm Springs lost a unique, valuable and beloved member with the passing of Vince Grosso on Sunday, March 16th, 2025. Active in the Club since 1980, Vince was a very active and productive member of the club until age and illness caught up with him a few years ago, not long [...]
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 25th AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025. The 2025 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also [...]
Best In Show – Judge: Mrs. E P Hollings Best In Show Int/Multi CH Una Donna Che Conta Euw23, Breed: Whippet (Mrs A Corradini) Reserve Best In Show Dzhozias Viking Breed: Tibetan Mastiff (Mr V Molnar)
It is with sadness we report the passing of Carma Ewer today after battling brain cancer. Carma and her husband, Galen, bred Miniature Schnauzers for over 50 years under the ‘Carmel’ prefix. She was also a past-President of the American Miniature Schnauzer Club as well a current board member. Carmel Miniature Schnauzers are renowned for [...]
Thomas Alvin Kilcullen, born on June 4, 1936, in Des Plaines, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, in Newnan, Georgia, at the age of 88. Thomas’s life was devoted to his passion for dogs. He built a remarkable legacy in the American Kennel Club (AKC) community, excelling as a handler, breeder, and judge. [...]
It is with deep sadness we mourn the loss of Jeffrey Pepper, a longtime breeder, respected American Kennel Club Judge and an advocate of purebred dogs. Jeff was known for his kindness, sense of humor, zest for life and sense of adventure! Jeff’s amazing journey alongside dogs began in 1968 with the purchase of his very [...]
Shared from Take The Lead https://takethelead.org It is with great sadness we report the passing of Jeffrey Pepper, a founding member and Board Member of Take The Lead. Jeffrey had been ill for some time, but still managed to bravely carry on. This still seemed way too sudden and we offer our condolences to [...]
