Meet the breeds: The non-sporting group of the American Kennel Club
By Heidi Clayton Created in 1933, the non-sporting group of the AKC is an eclectic mix of 20 breeds, with varying sizes and coats, that did not fit the traditional molds of being a working, sporting, herding, terrier, or toy breed. Diverse in size and purposes, these...
Meet the breed: The AKC’s toy group
The toy group consists of 24 dogs that were, for the most part, bred to be companion animals. Some were bred to keep royalty company, while others were bred to be miniature versions of ratters and keep millworkers company. Regardless of each breed’s origin, these...
Humane Society of Atlantic County connects pets with loving homes
For more than five decades, the Humane Society of Atlantic County has brought people and pets together while providing care and refuge for animals in need. Through adoptions, veterinary services and community education, the organization supports the lifelong bond...
Keep pets safe from Halloween’s spooky hazards
Halloween is this Saturday and brings candy, costumes and trick-or-treaters to neighborhoods across South Jersey, but the festivities can pose unexpected dangers for dogs and cats. From tempting treats to decorations and frequent visitors at the front door, pet owners...
Meet the guard dogs of the AKC working group
Known as the “blue-collar” workers of the dog world, the working group was established by the American Kennel Club in 1983 and consists of 32 breeds that were bred for the purposes of protecting humans and their property, protecting livestock, performing water rescue,...
