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Kennel Clubs & Registries
Discover the many benefits of joining local and national dog clubs, from learning the basics to advancing your dog-show career.
Meet the Breeders
Explore the legacy of Quiche Bouviers, from family roots to breeding champions, and the dedication behind this renowned kennel.
Meet the Breeders
Discover the journey of Cole Vanover of Lost Heritage Hounds, blending coonhunting passion with top-winning Treeing Walkers.
Breeding with Intention
Dog shows should honor breed uniqueness, not push for generic presentation. Learn why breed standards matter in conformation.
Meet the Breeders
Steven’s journey in purebred dogs, from his early mentors to AKC board member, showcases a passion for Pekingese.
Meet the Breeders
Luvn Chr-Lys English Toy Spaniels | Dawn Charleyshared insights on his journey in our community and sport.
All About Judging
Breeder’s perspective on how the Samoyed breed is judged in the AKC conformation show ring based on the Samoyed’s original purpose.
All About Judging
Conformation handling requires awareness and management of ring space. This includes tent poles, table, footing, and other dogs and handlers.
Any good dog parent knows that ALL dogs have the potential to help us stay active. That being said, check out this list of energetic dogs.
Great Dane Breed Standard General Appearance: The Great Dane combines, in its regal appearance, dignity, strength and elegance with great size and a powerful, well-formed, smoothly muscled body. It is one of the giant working breeds, but is unique in that its general conformation must be so well balanced that it never appears clumsy, […]
Breed Conservation
Read and learn more about the business aspect of hiring a handler. Here is a quick primer on what to expect.
All About Judging
Do judges make mistakes? A more appropriate question, “Do Judges have regrets or second thoughts?” The answer has to be yes, of course.
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