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The Gossip Column: July 18, 2025

Morris & Essex starts gearing up, PETA pesters the Crown

At what age do you start to grade your litter of puppies?

While agility, rally and other performance events are gaining in popularity, what can we do to improve the declining entries in conformation?

Do you think there are too many show-giving clubs using the same venue?

When your dog is used at stud, do you charge a stud fee, or take a pick puppy of your choice?

Of all the trophies your dogs have won, which is your most treasured?

How are you planning on spending the holidays?

How long do you run on your puppies before deciding which one to keep for yourself?

When grading a new litter, how long do you keep those puppies you consider promising?

AKC announces judges of 2022 All Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes

Canine climate control for Tesla, shortages for pet-food industry