Origin A far cry from the diminutive glamorous breed of today, early Yorkshire Terriers were developed in the north of England in the mid-19th century for the job of dispatching rats in the coal pits and cotton mills. They were also featured combatants in rat-killing con...
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2/6/2014 1:40:37 PM
Origin There are differing opinions on how the Newfoundland breed came about. Some believe the breed’s progenitor was the Tibetan Mastiff, which may have migrated to both Newfoundland and Scandinavia. There are those who theorize Leif Ericsson brought the Viking ‘bear do...
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2/6/2014 1:49:17 PM
Origin Beef to feed the Roman legions travelled ‘on the hoof’ and the soldiers used mastiff-type dogs to drive and guard the cattle on the journey across Europe. Some were left behind to guard outposts established along the way. One of these was in the community of Rottw...
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2/6/2014 1:49:32 PM
Origin As early as the 13th century, Marco Polo wrote of seeing “dogs as big as donkeys” in his Far East wanderings. This ancient breed gained fame for its legendary fierceness as the outside guardian of Tibetan monasteries and also served as the fearless protector of ho...
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2/6/2014 1:50:29 PM
Member involvement has been at the heart of the aptly named IT4YOU project since the very beginning. We appreciate the time many of you took - it means a lot to us that you offered to help and we warmly receive the kudos you sent to encourage us. Many of you have been with us...
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6/27/2018 2:02:50 PM
In the fall of last year, The Canadian Kennel Club membership had the opportunity to vote in the 2014 Referendums.
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8/11/2015 12:00:00 AM
On August 12, 2017, finalists from across the country will step into the ring for a chance to become Canada’s Junior Handling Champion. Get to know your CKC Zone Junior Handling finalist and prepare to cheer loudly!
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8/9/2017 12:00:00 AM
Purina Pro Plan® was proud to be the founding presenting sponsor of the inaugural CKC Seminar. The great success of the inaugural CKC Seminar highlights the commitment of CKC members to develop their knowledge and expertise.
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8/11/2017 12:00:00 AM
The city of Prince George, BC has updated its animal control bylaw with new definitions of dangerous dogs and Montreal's new administration brings new hope regarding BSL.
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11/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
Congratulations to Canada’s Top Rally Dog for 2017 – Golden Retriever, GMH & MOTCh. Zaniri’s Custom Coupe RAE3, TD, WCX, DDX; co-owned by Lori Little and Kathryn Poirier and handled by Kathryn Poirier.
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2/26/2018 12:00:00 AM
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