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
Do you want your puppy to join your family immediately? The likelihood of that happening is pretty low. Most accountable breeders have waiting lists so you may be required to wait several months or a year or more to bring home a puppy. It’s better to find the right breeder for...
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3/26/2019 2:24:46 PM
We continue to advocate on behalf of our members regarding the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) new dog importation rule, effective August 1, 2024.
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7/5/2024 12:00:00 AM
Origin The Irish Wolfhound, the world’s tallest breed of dog, is believed to have descended from the ‘cu,’ a giant, rough-coated type of Greyhound known in Ireland from pre-Christian times. The cu was renowned in story and legend as a ferocious dog in battle, a tenacious...
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2/6/2014 1:19:27 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
The following motion was passed by the Board at its meeting in December 2016:
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12/12/2016 12:00:00 AM
Origin The Black and Tan Coonhound is a direct descendant of the Bloodhounds brought to the English colony of Virginia. His initial job was to trail raccoons and help to rid farmers of this nuisance animal but night coon trials in the southern states have become a popula...
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2/6/2014 1:16:08 PM
Origin The English Setter descends from Spanish land spaniels that ‘set’ game birds for the sportsmen’s nets, hence the name “setter.” Known in Britain since the 14th century, they were valued for their working ability rather than appearance. In 1825, Edward Laverack beg...
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2/6/2014 1:29:03 PM
Origin Of ancient German origin, the Hovawart takes its name from a word that translates to “guardian of the estate.” References to dogs resembling the Hovawart have been found in drawings and writings as early as the 13th century. The Hovawart may have been one of the e...
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2/6/2014 1:47:47 PM
Recording Fees: $5.00 for 125 dogs or less $6.50 for 126 dogs or more There are 2 different recording fees for clubs with respect to payment for results. Recording fees are based on 125 dogs or less, and 126 dogs or more. Events where 125 dogs or less are entere...
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8/15/2024 1:35:34 PM
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