Origin A Toy breed that originated in Germany, the Affenpinscher has been documented in works of art dating back to the 15th century. The name means “monkey terrier” and well describes the appearance presented by the foreshortened, bewhiskered face. Temperament A ...
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2/6/2014 1:36:36 PM
Origin The “Apollo of Dogs” is not Danish as its name implies. The giant breed was developed in Germany, where it has been known since the Middle Ages. In the Fatherland, it is known as the Deutsche Dogge (German Mastiff) and was used originally to hunt wild boar, patrol...
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2/6/2014 1:47:18 PM
Origin This is the oldest and the original member of the trio of Schnauzers. A native of Germany, the breed was used as a herder and an efficient barnyard ratter. The breed has been depicted in paintings dating back to the 15th century. It was first exhibited in 1879 as ...
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2/6/2014 1:50:02 PM
The Canadian Kennel Club is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Ann McConnell on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Ann was a CKC Life member, Cairn Terrier breeder, Former CKC Board Member for Zone 4 Northern Ontario, and prominent figure in the Canadian Dog Fancy...
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6/25/2020 12:00:00 AM
Origin The Eurasier is a modern breed developed about 50 years ago by Prof. Julius Wipfel in Germany. To create a large and distinctive Spitz type of dog with beautiful colours and a mellow character, he crossed Chow Chow males with large German Wolfspitz (Keeshond-type)...
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2/6/2014 1:47:12 PM
Origin It’s believed the ancestor of the Brussels Griffon was a breed known as the German Rat Dog, which was crossed with a variety of Toy breeds in the early 19th century. The breed has a rags-to-riches story, starting out as a ratter in the stables where the hansom cab...
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2/6/2014 1:38:05 PM
We are pleased to announce that CKC has received approval from the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) of the 2023 Referendum ...
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6/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Effective January 1, 2025, CKC will be recognizing titles from FCI Mondioring ...
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10/30/2024 12:00:00 AM
As a reminder, effective January 1, 2025, CKC will be recognizing titles from FCI Mondioring ...
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12/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
The most pleasurable step in selecting a new puppy is choosing a breed. The CKC recognizes 187 breeds, which are sorted into seven groups. "Listed" breeds are in the process of gaining full CKC recognition. Each breed has their own unique natural instincts and characteristics...
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1/17/2014 5:20:19 PM
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