Origin This small Swedish hunting dog closely resembles the Finnish Spitz and Norwegian Lundehund with the typical small erect ears, wedge-shaped head and square build of the Spitz breeds. Originally used to hunt small game and as an all-around farm helper, the breed is ...
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2/6/2014 1:19:34 PM
Dog shows are enjoyable and educational, but many find the process of how the eliminations work quite confusing. This blog will explain how a dog show works, from the classes to Best in Show. HISTORY AND PURPOSE Conformation dog shows have a rich history dating back...
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5/16/2019 12:41:15 PM
One of a breeder’s primary goals should be to breed healthy, balanced and sound puppies. One of the ways to achieve this is through health and genetic testing. An accountable breeder will ensure their dogs are tested by veterinary specialists to reduce and/or eliminate the pos...
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3/26/2019 2:23:22 PM
Breeding dogs is hard work. You spend hours looking at prospective studs, then weeks or months waiting for your bitch to come in season. Once the litter is safely whelped, sleepless nights are exchanged for insanely busy days. I never tire of watching my puppies grow and deve...
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12/3/2013 3:56:01 PM
Origin The Bloodhound descended from the St. Hubert Hounds brought to Britain at the time of the Norman invasion in 1066. Best known of all scent hounds, the breed is blessed with an incredible sense of smell. The mournful-looking dog with its long, sweeping ears was fir...
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2/6/2014 1:15:49 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
Origin A descendant of Britain’s Black and Tan Terrier, the Manchester was bred as a “ratting machine.” Its prime purpose was to keep the farm rabbit and rat population under control. The breed was respected for its prowess in the rat pit and one dog, ‘Billy,’ is reporte...
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2/6/2014 1:34:52 PM
Since the beginning of the pandemic, CKC and our member breeders have seen an unprecedented interest in purebred puppies. This increased interest has given a real boost to purebred dogs, yet, at the same time, demand has also given rise to the proliferation of unscrupulous bre...
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10/16/2020 12:00:00 AM
At a minimum, your puppy should come home with their first set of vaccinations, vet records and a unique identifier such as a microchip. Prior to sending puppies home with their new families, accountable breeders have their puppies seen by a veterinarian for a health che...
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3/26/2019 2:21:11 PM
When discussing purchasing a puppy from an accountable breeder you should expect a thorough evaluation process. This may involve a series of steps including filling out an application, email exchanges, Skype and phone conversations, an in-person visit and a reference check. Wh...
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3/26/2019 2:24:21 PM
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