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Morgan, Joanne, Annmarie, Siobhan, Suzie, and Jamie’s Family & Friends

Dog Show Community

In Memory of Jamie Donelson

The life and legacy of Jamie Donelson will long be remembered by her family and friends, and by the countless people in our community.

December 6, 202219 min read

American Kennel Club

American Kennel Club (AKC)

The American Kennel Club 2022 Breeder of the Year Group Honorees Announced

The American Kennel Club is pleased to recognize breeding programs from AKC Groups as the 2022 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees.

November 28, 202211 min read

Linda Ayers Turner Knorr

Dog Show Community

Family, Friends and AKC Sports – Joy for Jeff Hillman

Jeff Hillman has special needs and was allowed to participate in the Pee Wee Class with his Afghan Hound service dog, “Whitney.” Read more.

November 21, 20227 min read

Karen Wilson

Meet the Judges

An Interview with Karen Wilson – Montgomery County Kennel Club 2022 Best in Show Judge

Karen Wilson, the 2022 MCKC Best in Show Judge, discusses the challenges of judging at the ‘Greatest Terrier Show in the World.’

November 16, 20225 min read

Crowd under the white tent at the Montgomery County Kennel Club Dog Show 2022

Dan Sayers

Montgomery County Kennel Club (PA)

Montgomery 2022 – A Gathering of (Terrier) Breeders

Coverage of the 2022 Montgomery County Kennel Club dog show, which was held on Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Macungie, Pennsylvania.

November 15, 20223 min read

breeder questions golden retriever with her puppies laying on grass

Celeste M. Gonzalez

Breed Conservation

Dear Prospective Breeder (Please Ask These Questions!)

“Is this grown-out pick puppy worth keeping? Is it worth breeding from?” The cycle of questions will start again.

November 14, 20226 min read

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Westminster Kennel Club

Dog Show Community

Be On Time

When you think of the magnitude of shows such as Westminster, which is televised and has a schedule to keep, being on time is paramount.

November 14, 20225 min read

Breed genetic problem featured image: Miniature Bull Terrier laying outdoors in the fall

Barbara Andrews

Canine Health

Bad-Fad Genetics

Informing potential owners about breed virtues is great, but what about genetic problems vital to advancing every purebred dog breed?

November 13, 20224 min read

Breed Appeal - young girl holding a black puppy

Dan Sayers

Breed Conservation

Is a Breed’s Appeal Ageless?

Breeders from different AKC groups talk about the age of today’s typical puppy buyer. Can a dog breed’s appeal be measured in generations?

November 13, 202212 min read

Ways to Enjoy a Dog Show Even Without a Favorite Colored Ribbon/Rosette

William H. Miller

Dog Show Community

Make Each Day Its Own Reward

Make each day its own reward; ways to enjoy a dog show even without a favorite colored ribbon or rosette. Contributed by William H. Miller

November 6, 20222 min read

Maria Goodavage, author of “Doctor Dogs”, with her labrador retriever

Linda Ayers Turner Knorr

Therapy Dog

“Doctor Dogs”, Maria Goodavage’s Captivating Masterpiece

In Maria Goodavage’s “Doctor Dogs” we learn about “Dogs who detect cancer, Parkinson’s, dogs who anticipate seizures and more.

November 6, 20225 min read

Taylor Del Duca with her dog on the dog show podium

John S. Contoupe

Dog Show Community

Through the Eyes of a Junior Member – Taylor Del Duca

Interview with Junior Handler Taylor Del Duca. Taylor shares her experiences as a Junior Handler in the world of purebred dogs and dog shows.

November 6, 202222 min read

Doin’ What Comes Naturally… The Rat Hunting Dogs of New York City

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Doin’ What Comes Naturally… The Rat Hunting Dogs of New York City

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In Memory of Jamie Donelson

The American Kennel Club 2022 Breeder of the Year Group Honorees Announced

Family, Friends and AKC Sports – Joy for Jeff Hillman

An Interview with Karen Wilson – Montgomery County Kennel Club 2022 Best in Show Judge

Montgomery 2022 – A Gathering of (Terrier) Breeders

Dear Prospective Breeder (Please Ask These Questions!)

Be On Time

Bad-Fad Genetics

Is a Breed’s Appeal Ageless?

Make Each Day Its Own Reward

“Doctor Dogs”, Maria Goodavage’s Captivating Masterpiece

Through the Eyes of a Junior Member – Taylor Del Duca