Origin Research tends to bear out the belief that the Irish Water Spaniel is of ancient lineage. In the late 1100s, dogs found in southern Ireland were referred to as Rat-tail Spaniels, Whip-tail Spaniels, Shannon Spaniels or Irish Water Spaniels. In 1607, a book author ...
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2/6/2014 1:31:10 PM
Origin The Sussex Spaniel is noted for two distinct characteristics. The first is his unique golden-liver colour and the other is the unspaniel-like habit of ‘giving tongue’ when he scents game. Hound genes in his background may account for the breed’s tendency to sound ...
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2/6/2014 1:31:17 PM
Origin The Pug reached its peak of popularity during the reign of Queen Victoria as evidenced by the many replicas that have come down from that era but the breed has been known in Britain since the time of William of Orange (1689-1704) who kept several as pets. Since th...
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2/6/2014 1:39:52 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
New bylaw passed August 21, 2018.
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8/23/2018 12:00:00 AM
Member Benefits from CKC’s Corporate Affiliates! In addition to deep discounts on our products and services, CKC members benefit from discounts and exclusive offers on a range of products and services specifically selected for breeders, clubs, dog show and performance eve...
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7/9/2014 12:13:33 PM
Junior Handling is an exciting way for children and teens to explore their love of dogs! What is Junior Handling? Junior Handling is an awesome event offered by the Canadian Kennel Club at most dog shows across the country in two disciplines: Conformation and Obedie...
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8/23/2018 3:45:28 PM
The dog community is mourning the loss of Michael Shoreman, a great dog man, who passed away on March 25. Mike loved all purebred dogs and dedicated his life to breeding quality dogs, judging with integrity and, most importantly, sharing his knowledge and enthusi...
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4/5/2019 9:20:55 AM
Origin The Iceland Sheepdog is thought to be a descendant of the small herding dogs that accompanied the Vikings in AD 880 when they colonized Iceland. The Nordic Spitz breed was introduced into England in the Middle Ages and developed a following there in the 1500s. Eve...
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2/6/2014 1:12:36 PM
Origin The Vallhund has long been treasured in its homeland for its cattle-herding ability, strength and stamina. Over the years, the breed’s beginning has been the subject of heated debate. With its close resemblance to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, it may have been that th...
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2/6/2014 1:14:18 PM
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