A quick and cheap gift, just may be your DOG!

We all know that there are people out there that are not honest and trustworthy and might just be panicked and need a quick gift for the season.. so you assume they will run out to the store.. right? WRONG.. your dog might be their gift to someone else.

Dognapping is on the rise according to the American Kennel Club especially in these hard economical times. Pet theft has risen 30% in the past couple of years. It is so sad to think that your best buddy could end up in the hands of someone else.

There are obviously many safety tips for your dogs, but we often miss the most obvious ways to keep our pet safe:

• Don't leave your dog unattended. Never leave your dog outside a store or a food establishment while you just "run in". Leave your dog at home.
• Don't leave your dog outside for extended periods of time
• Make sure you have a lock on your backyard gate so intruders cannot come in and get Fido
• Have your pet microchipped to ensure his safety
• Keep your dog on a leash when taking your walks. Your dog can get distracted and run off and that may be the last you see of him.
• Think about the AKC's Lost Pet Alert if your pet is stolen or missing. This service works like an Amber Alert for pets and sends out an e-mail notification to veterinarians, shelters and animal control agencies within a 50-mile radius.

We take care of our children, why not take care of our pets by taking extra precautions. Fore more information you can visit The Good Morning America site and see their new story.

Congratulations to the AKC for 125 years of great service!

It’s that time again for the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship celebrating the American Kennel Club’s 125th Anniversary and this year will be waive its invitational format and championship points will be awarded.


This long time watched event will be in Long Beach, California on December 12th and 13th at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center. If you are unable to go in person you can watch this great event take place on Animal Planet or buy tickets online. Dogs from all over our 50 states and more than 70 countries will battle for the most prestigious award in the canine world!

This great dog loving show will host many events like competing for the AKC National Champion, AKC Meet the Breeds, AKC National Obedience Invitational and the AKC Agility Invitational.


Visit the American Kennel Club for a complete list of events and attractions including:

• Exhibitor Information
• Spectator Information
• Online Catalog
• Judging Panel
• Premium List
• 2009 Specialty/Supported Events
• News and Updates
• Meet the AKC/Eukanuba National Champions

Congratulations again to the American Kennel Club for 125 years of great service to canine’s and their owners and for making all pet owners proud! I cannot wait to see who the winners will be this year!