Origin The Shetland Sheepdog originated in the rugged and sparsely vegetated Shetland Islands off the northeast coast of Scotland. There, the harsh environment favoured smaller livestock and it followed that smaller dogs were able to control them. Since the islands were ...
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2/6/2014 1:14:03 PM
Enjoy cottage country safely with your best friend Dogs and cottages seem to go hand in hand: the great outdoors and lots of free time to spend with your best friend. So many of my fondest cottage memories involve my dogs, and each summer I look forward to making more...
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5/13/2019 2:00:00 PM
Powerful, loyal, and funny Built tough to last, the Alaskan Malamute always gets the job done. From their deep chest to their large size, thick bone, and double coat, the Alaskan Malamute is made to work. Often mistaken for a "big Husky," the Alaskan Malamute is a d...
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1/4/2022 9:47:47 AM
The Canadian Kennel Club is excited to announce we’ve partnered with ROYAL CANIN® to bring science-based, education and resources to our CKC member breeders ...
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2/17/2023 12:00:00 AM
Origin Largest of the Japanese Spitz breeds, the Akita was originally bred to hunt large game such as bear, deer and wild boar. The breed dates back approximately 300 years and takes its name from the Prefecture of Akita in northern Japan. In 1931, the Japanese Ministry ...
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2/6/2014 1:43:45 PM
Rules and Regulations Originally developed to show off the traditional carting and weight-pulling skills of the heavier breeds such as Newfoundlands and Bernese Mountain Dogs, draft-dog competitions are now open to all breeds. The test begins with some basic obedience exe...
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2/15/2014 5:15:20 PM
Top Rally Dogs - Official 2017 Results Meet Canada's Top Rally Dogs Before Chevy and Kathryn met they had both been active and successful in field and obedience events. Their new partnership and a new sport would become a perfect fit! Ka...
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2/16/2018 10:30:09 AM
Origin A member of the ancient Spitz family of dogs that harks back to prehistoric times, the Eskie is a handsome snow-white dog that is believed to have descended from European spitz breeds. The predecessors may have been the white German Spitz, Keeshond, Pomeranian and...
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2/6/2014 1:21:55 PM
Origin Considered the smallest and oldest of Japan’s canines, DNA research has shown the Shiba is one of the closest relatives to the Asian wolf. It originated in that country’s mountainous regions and was used to hunt game which included boar, rabbit, and bird. The hunt...
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2/6/2014 1:25:15 PM
Origin The appealing, curly-coated Lagotto is an ancient breed of water retriever from the lowlands of Comacchio and marshlands of Ravenna, Italy. However, over the years, the marshlands were drained and turned into farmland and the Lagotto lost his job. But it wasn’t long ...
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2/6/2014 1:27:08 PM
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