We are new, but only to you by: Kevin Carroll

My name is Kevin Carroll, and I am the owner of Yakumo Sou Japanese Akitainu kennel in Buffalo, NY. I moved to the USA in 2013 from Ireland where I was working on my FCI judges license, as well as being a founding member of our breed parent club back home. I have been...

Breed Spotlight, Lancashire Heeler

Breed SpotlightBy Jessica Freni This week we’re exploring an upcoming AKC breed—the Lancashire Heeler—with Kelly Herrera. The Lancashire Heeler has recently been approved for full recognition and is designated for the Herding Group effective January 1, 2024....

Interview with Jessica Deardoff

Gerry Chen of Perfect Fotos – geraldo.smugmug.com Can you introduce yourself? My name is Rebecca Strieby (39, she/they). I’m originally from Aiken, SC but currently live in Tifton, GA with my husband (39, he/him), our child (11, they/them), two Borzoi, and a...

BOAS testing comes to US

BOAS testing comes to US By Jessica Freni Brachycephalic breeds are under attack with many countries comprising an ever growing list to ban, change or regulate these breeds.  “Extreme brachycephalic” breeds due to their popularity and visibility,...