Origin The Whippet and the Greyhound stem from common stock. However, it is generally conceded that the Whippet was bred to his present form in Britain, where he was known as “the poor man’s racehorse.” Whippet racing became a popular sport with the working class in the ...
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2/6/2014 1:21:21 PM
Origin Likely of the same origin as other European water dogs, this rustic multi-purpose breed has been used for centuries in the Andalusian region of southern Spain to assist in herding, hunting and fishing. Temperament This adaptable breed is faithful, obedient,...
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2/6/2014 1:31:32 PM
Origin A breed that enjoys worldwide popularity, the Fox Terrier began in England. It remained for American fanciers to breed the Fox Terrier down to Toy dimensions and popularize the breed, which is sometimes known as the Amertoy, the shortened form of American Toy Fox ...
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2/6/2014 1:40:06 PM
Origin Poaching game on large British estates had gone on for years, but by the end of the 19th century, it carried a death sentence if the poacher was apprehended. Knowing the penalty, poachers went armed to kill the gamekeeper rather than be caught. Gamekeepers needed ...
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2/6/2014 1:44:36 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
As you make your getaway plans this holiday season and look ahead to trips in 2015, it helps to know that we’ve got your covered with exclusive CKC member travel insurance.
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12/16/2014 12:00:00 AM
This year the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club of Canada (DDTC) is holding a student art competition to encourage students to learn about this noble and vulnerable breed.
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4/19/2016 12:00:00 AM
This is a reminder to all CKC Conformation Judges, that the current term to comply with the 5 Year Education Portfolio policy expires on December 31, 2017.
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9/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
The launch of our new IT system and the new Member Portal is quickly approaching ...
/en/News/2019/October/IT-System-Launch-Update
10/30/2019 12:00:00 AM
As you may know, the Ontario government recently proposed ...
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12/2/2019 12:00:00 AM
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