Explore the world of dog sports: AKC Junior Showmanship
By Heidi Clayton Do you have a dog-obsessed kid? Take a look at the AKC Junior Showmanship program to channel their obsession into a fun and healthy hobby. Since the creation of the American Kennel Club 140 years ago, they have been devoted to preserving the world of...Explore the world of dog sports: scent work
By Heidi Clayton All of my dog show friends are obsessed with the fastest-growing sport in the AKC called scent work. Scent work involves using a dog’s natural ability to sniff to find hidden smells in a variety of situations. Any dog can participate in an AKC...Bark in the Park Raises $19,500 for Laddie’s Legacy
On Saturday, September 14, the Atlantic County 4H Fairgrounds was transformed into a playground for dogs and their families at Bark in the Park, hosted by Absecon Veterinary Hospital. The event brought together dog lovers for a day of fun, while raising $19,500 for...Explore the world of dog sports: Fast CAT
By Heidi Clayton One of the fastest-growing performance sports in the American Kennel Club is called Fast CAT. The “CAT” stands for “coursing ability test”. Of course, “fast” refers to the speed at which it is done. Fast CAT was developed for sight hounds to chase a...Meet the breed: the Cairn Terrier
By Heidi Clayton In 1939, a couple dropped off a little dog named Terry at the Hollywood Dog Training School, which was owned by Carl Spitz. Reportedly, they dropped the Cairn Terrier off because they could not stop the dog from going to the bathroom inside their...
