Origin One of the world’s oldest breeds, the Saluki’s heritage dates back 9,000 years. The long-limbed sighthound is thought to have originated in Syria and spread to Egypt, Persia, India and Afghanistan. The breed name may have come from the Syrian town Seleukia, or the...
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2/6/2014 1:21:11 PM
Origin When Scotch Terriers were first discussed in print, it was noted there were two distinct types – one smooth-coated and high on leg, the other short-legged and rough-coated. It was from the latter that many of the better-known terriers evolved. The introduction of ...
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2/6/2014 1:35:28 PM
Origin Despite its appearance, the Min Pin is not a miniature Doberman Pinscher. In fact, the Miniature Pinscher is a much older German breed that predates the Doberman by some 200 years. It is thought to have been developed by crossing the German smooth-haired Pinscher ...
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2/6/2014 1:39:14 PM
Origin Poaching game on large British estates had gone on for years, but by the end of the 19th century, it carried a death sentence if the poacher was apprehended. Knowing the penalty, poachers went armed to kill the gamekeeper rather than be caught. Gamekeepers needed ...
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2/6/2014 1:44:36 PM
Origin Its exact origin has not been pinpointed but the Norwegian Buhund is a member of the Spitz family that has been known in Scandinavia even prior to the days of the Vikings. The Buhund has been considered a separate breed since the 1600s. “Hund” means “dog” and “bu”...
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2/6/2014 1:13:02 PM
We are recruiting new Committee members in a number of areas, and we would value your involvement! ...
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2/5/2024 12:00:00 AM
Effective January 1, 2018, Top Dogs points will be awarded to the Reserve Best in Show at Conformation Events.
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12/27/2017 12:00:00 AM
The Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) is pleased to share that an awareness campaign was launched today that calls on new dog owners to see beyond the look of a dog and do their research, in order to find a pet that best suits their needs and lifestyle.
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4/17/2019 12:00:00 AM
Adding a new puppy to your family can be very exciting but deciding on what breed best suits you and your family is only part of the process. Just as much time should be spent on selecting your breeder. Choosing Your Breeder A breeder is not just the person who wil...
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3/26/2019 1:25:45 PM
Top Coursing Dogs - Full Results PDF Top Pointing Dogs - Full Results PDF Top Field Beagles - Full Results PDF Top Field Spaniels - Full Results PDF Top Retrievers - Full Results PDF From retrievers, pointers, and spaniels to lure coursing hounds, lear...
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