Origin A large rugged dog of distinctive appearance, the coarse-haired Spinone was developed as an all-around gun dog whose specialty is working in marshy and wooded areas. A versatile hunting dog of ancient lineage, his origins are in northern Italy. Believed by some to...
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2/6/2014 1:31:46 PM
Origin The Pekingese may be a miniature edition of the ancient ‘Foo Dogs’ of China that were used to ward off evil spirits with their lion-like appearances. Earliest references to the breed date back to the 8th century. Ownership of the Pekingese was restricted to member...
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2/6/2014 1:39:29 PM
Origin One of several hairless breeds found throughout the world is the Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced show-low-eats-queent-lee). The name is derived from that of the Aztec Indian god Xolotl and Itzcuintli, the Aztec word for dog. Many folk tales surround the breed, one bein...
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2/6/2014 1:40:20 PM
Origin This breed had its beginnings with an Inuit tribe known as the Mahlemuts. A powerful freighting dog, the Mal was the choice of many polar explorers. Temperament Affectionate and friendly, but definitely strong-willed, the Malamute is patient with children b...
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2/6/2014 1:43:54 PM
Origin Largest of the Hungarian breeds, the Komondor’s reputation as a guardian of the flocks has earned him the accolade of “King of the Working Dogs” in his native land. The breed is believed to have descended from dogs brought to Hungary in the 10th century by the Mag...
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2/6/2014 1:48:08 PM
Origin In 1855, Heinrich Essig, a town councillor in Leonberg, Germany, crossed a Newfoundland with a St. Bernard. In his aim to create a large and powerful dog to use for draught work or a flock guardian, he then added other giant breeds including the Great Pyrenees. Th...
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2/6/2014 1:48:44 PM
From dog and cat competitions and exotic bird displays to goat agility and horse demos, there was something for everyone at the All About Pets Show in Mississauga, ON., April 18 th - 20 th 2014. It was an animal extravaganza and CKC was thrilled to be a part of the wonder...
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6/12/2014 12:00:00 AM
The Canadian Kennel Club Foundation is looking for individuals who are interested in serving as a member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
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10/9/2015 12:00:00 AM
Over the last several months CKC has been sharing updates regarding the new computer system that has been christened IT4YOU. The technology that underpins the new platform will make accessing documents and performing transactions much quicker and simpler.
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10/16/2017 12:00:00 AM
The Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Michael Shoreman on Monday, March 25, 2019.
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3/27/2019 12:00:00 AM
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