San Diego Poodle Club & Rescue

03/02/2024

The March '24 AKC Gazette is now online and it is free to read -

02/28/2024

Stay aware of legislation that affects dog owners -

The California legislative session has begun, and AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) is tracking several bills of interest to dog owners. We also are closely watching for any amendments or other actions, as animal activists have made public comments indicating their desire to regulate breeders.

02/28/2024

AKC Pt Schedule for all states/breeds (lnked) starting May 15, 2024
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/resources/points-schedule/
AKC Points for Poodles shown in California
Effective May 15, 2024
POINTS 1 2 3 4 5

Pdls (Toy) 2 males 2 females 3 4 4 6 5 7 6 10
Pdls (Miniature) .......2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 8
Pdls (Standard)..........2 2 4 4 5 6 6 8 9 11

02/14/2024

Dog Expo Feb 24 & 25th at the Silver Bay Dog Show at Del Mar (San Diego) Fairgrounds. Meet many breeds under the large tent and now going on decades - our wonderful San Diego Poodle Club will be hosting a booth too - please come by and talk POODLES!
PARKING - Fairgrounds will charge $20.00 fee at main gate off Jimmy Durante Blvd. per vehicle as day of show parking or a 3-day pass can be purchased for $20.00 at Solana Gate only, subject to change, No admission charge per person.

02/11/2024

LOCAL Dog Shows at Del Mar - FRIDAY, SATURDAY and SUNDAY
February 23, 24 and 25, 2024. See judging schedules at link -
https://www.jbradshaw.com/shows.htm?fbclid=IwAR26a4rUaWIY9eN0S4o0SMCYFhEZcZMgRTdw97CcnDkG-xRzFuco_oONpgc

02/11/2024

The February AKC Gazette is now online - FREE:

AKC Gazette - February 2024

01/21/2024

As of this morning - the new Poodle Club of America owned - PoodlePedigree - Pedigree Database - Register here -https://poodlepedigree.strumbel.com/About.aspx

12/30/2023

Click on link to see updates concerning the rules applying to AKC conformation judging dog shows
https://lnews.akc.org/u/gm.php?prm=eoZXAGscTf_1045323955_458025_336&_esuh=_11_a7aec3047f3235696d207eddb4962b19c54085155ea6eaeb71348ee6b6a0c815

12/17/2023

Local pet groomer in the news for his great talent.

A small business owner in San Diego, California, earns over $1 million a year with a creative dog-grooming business that brings in clients from all over the U.S. Gabriel Feitosa shared his work.

12/15/2023

Congratulations to Duxbury My Ten Cents MH51 MNH SHU, call name Dime, on becoming the first Poodle in history to receive an AKC Master National Hunter (MNH) title. Dime is bred, owned, trained by Jack Combs of Advance, North Carolina.
With this title, Dime becomes a member of the 2023 AKC Retriever Hall of Fame…a first for her breed. Dime Qualified in 2019, 2021 and 2023. Dime’s three Master National passes earned her talented Owner/Breeder/Trainer and Handler, Jack D. Combs, an Amateur Team Excellent Award from the Master National Retriever Club.

A Standard Poodle and a Boykin Spaniel are first in their breeds to be Hall of Fame retrievers. Congratulations to Duxbury My Ten Cents MH51 MNH SHU, call name Dime on becoming the first Poodle

12/12/2023

!!ATTENTION EARLY CLOSING FOR SHOWS!! Enter on line.
December 13th is the last day to enter for the Poodle specialty and Non-Sporting shows - for Thurs/Friday Jan 4th and Jan 5th.
INFORMATION on Non-Sporting Group shows starts on page 1. Poodle shows in particular start at page 17.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10w-MYW1CCU8PYhzyaux4rM2v47_ohBcr/view

Three days follow starting Saturday for Palm Springs (1/5, 1/6 and 1/7) for the Palm Springs Kennel Club sponsored shows in Indio, CA
ALSO has December 13th as closing date. Different show superintendent for these sets of shows:
https://www.jbradshaw.com/shows.htm

12/12/2023

Be very careful with Xylitol near dogs

This sugar substitute, found in some human foods and dental products, can be poisonous to your dog.

11/10/2023

With the holidays just ahead - learn what is toxic to our pets -

Animal toxicology experts provide information for veterinarians on top toxins, medication, food, indoor and outdoor risks and treatment plans.

11/06/2023

That time change again -
From the AKC
The National Institute of General Medical Sciences explains that circadian rhythms are physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle. They affect most living beings, including our dogs, plants, and even microbes.

“Dogs respond to daylight, and they wake when the sun rises and sleep when it’s dark,” says Dr. Jerry Klein, chief veterinary officer for the AKC. “Do they count down the hours to make sure they get eight hours of sleep? Of course not. But their physical and behavioral processes are in sync with the sun.”

So, when Daylight Saving Time begins and you suddenly change the clock and decide to feed your dog and take him out on a new schedule, you can’t expect him to make an immediate adjustment.

Creatures of Habit
Dogs are creatures of habit. My dog is never happier than when following the same routine – for getting up, walks, meals, and bedtime – day after day. Routine and consistency mean stability and confidence for our pals. Setting up a reliable schedule for your pup as soon as you bring him home helps him understand what’s expected of him as part of your family.

Suddenly setting back or moving forward our clocks in the fall and spring can unsettle and confuse our dogs because from one day to the next we’ve made a change in their routines. You might want your dog to get up one hour earlier, and walk and eat on a new schedule. Some dogs may become anxious, have nervous stomachs, or have potty accidents in the house.

Ease Into the Change
You can make the time change easier for your dog by easing him into the adjusted schedule. During the week prior to the time change, gradually shift your dog’s schedule for eating, walking, and bedtime.

09/29/2023

TRAINING = PLAYTIME TOO!
Important to keep training sessions as fun with your dog. Agility trainers reward with tug or toss and the dogs stay "fresh" to learn.
Here is a free week of tips for those looking to learn more about this -

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09/10/2023

Save the date if interested!

09/09/2023

A wonderful sportsmanship reminder for those attending dog shows - adding that it is a game of sport.