Police Officer Manuel Orellana and his K-9 Angel were recognized for their work on May 26, 2017 at the Staten Island Kennel Club Show as part of the American Kennel Club’s Canine Officers Program, which honors dogs who work in a public service role.  The Staten Island Kennel Club had the privilege to present the […]

Good Shepherd’s Anticipation RAE CD PCDX BN owned by Alice Applin of Racine, WI Good Shepherd’s Anticipation, also known as Hank, is an English Shepherd, a rare breed not yet recognized by the American Kennel Club. Such breeds can enroll with AKC Canine Partners and compete in AKC Companion Events, like Rally. Hank has earned […]

MACH Shani of Ingleside CDX BN MXB MJS XF T2B owned by Valerie Dietz of O Fallon, IL   “Four-year-old Shani is a delight, always full of life, joy, and energy,” says Valerie. “She makes me smile everyday with her antics and happy playful personality. I call her my wild child. She loves agility and […]

  The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes Breeders of Merit for their dedication to breeding purebred dogs with the appearance, temperament, and abilities that are true to their breed standard and for their commitment to health screening and 100 percent puppy registration. The AKC celebrates their success in and passion for canine sports. They are […]

The New Jersey Assembly could consider a bill as soon as Thursday, June 22, that allows for the seizure and permanent forfeiture of animals taken pursuant to an allegation 'but without a conviction'of animal cruelty.

Lisa Mallory's Doberman, Kelly, does an exterior search for birch and anise oil.   We've all heard about the incredible power of a dog's nose. Search and rescue dogs locate victims trapped under feet of rubble; K-9s track down fleeing suspects; and detection dogs alert to the presence of explosives, drugs, or other materials. But […]

  Your new puppy has been home for two days, and you are already wondering how you are going to keep her from tearing the house down. Shouldn’t she know better? First, remember that this is a baby dog, no different than a human toddler. Don’t expect your puppy to understand that she should not […]

The Burke County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday, June 20, on several amendments to the county's kennel laws.

The Oklahoma City Council is holding a public hearing TOMORROW (Tuesday, June 20) on a proposal that would require the mandatory sterilization and other actions for dogs deemed to be 'menacing' or 'dangerous'.

  AKC Board Member Steven D. Gladstone, Esq., of Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, passed away over the weekend while overseas in Australia. He and his wife Jan Ritchie Gladstone were there to judge dog shows. Mr. Gladstone bred and showed Cardigan Welsh Corgis under the Aragorn prefix for 35 years. Aragorn Corgis earned more than 100 […]