Back in July, the Florida-Alabama (FL-AL) Toy Breeds Club wanted to donate a K-9 bullet proof vest to the Mobile Police Department. The club is excited to share that they have accomplished that goal and presented the vest to Lawrence Battiste, Assistant Chief of Police, Mobile Police Department (Pictured below), along with two fellow police […]

One of the most exciting events in the dog world is the annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan®. Handlers and their dogs come from around the nation to demonstrate their poise and skill. While all eyes are usually on the dogs, there is one important individual who ultimately decides the […]

In December 2016, the Caribe Kennel Club presented an AKC Legislator of the Year Award to the Honorable Senator Jose Luis Dalmau Santiago in a brief ceremony at the Capitol Building in San Juan.  The award, according to club Show Chair Teresa Y. Santana, DMD, was to demonstrate the club’s appreciation for the Senator’s “balanced […]

Another Study Demonstrates Possible Link Between Spay/Neuter and Increased Disease Incidences; Underscores Importance of Owners Engaging in Discussing Both Advantages and Risks of Sterilization with VeterinariansOver the past several years, new inquiries into the possible risks associated with spay/neuter have been made by the veterinary medical community.  Recently, a new research article, Gonadectomy Effects on the Risk […]

An accomplished hunting dog and adorable companion, how can you not love the Dachshund? These are small dogs with big personalities and they won't let you forget it. These dogs are curious and friendly, yet still manage to maintain a sense of spunkiness. Here are nine photos of the "badger dog" that will make you […]

RATCHX Rex Von McKinney Rausch BCAT CGC owned by Jeanette Rausch of Mount Juliet, TN Eight-year-old Rex was once a stud dog at a kennel that was shut down by the authorities.  “I stumbled across his photo online and fell in love with him so I reached out to the organization to arrange meeting him […]

For most active breeders-exhibitors, it's hard to find enough hours in the day. Between juggling work, family, and the many responsibilities associated with raising show dogs, downtime is a luxury. The Christmas/Hanukkah/New Year's break thankfully allows us to pause and reflect on the year that has passed, and where we want to set our sights […]

Emmy Emmy UD BN RE NA NAJ AXP AJP owned by Patricia Jane Martin & Yaro Hospodarsky of Mt. Vernon, IL Emmy was surrendered to the local fire station during the mortgage crisis of 2008. She ended up in the shelter where Patricia adopted her along with Jenny, another All-American Dog. “Both dogs settled right […]

The AKC wishes to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport Award is given to those who have dedicated themselves […]

MACH The One and Only Mini Great Ape Joe MXB MJB owned by Naci Berkoz of Tarzana, CA Monkey Joe was one of three pups that were found on the street with their mother, an American Eskimo, at roughly 4 weeks of age.   Naci’s friend agreed to foster the puppies until they were old enough […]