How one dog’s legacy brought Christmas to kids in need this year
By Heidi Clayton 2024 was a rough year at Four on the Floor Dog Training. Losing my dog, Sushi, in April was devastating and has left a huge hole in the family. While grieving such a beautiful soul, I decided to rename the charity I started when I was an Atlantic City...Meet the breed: the Canaan dog
By Heidi Clayton There is zero evidence that there was a dog at the Nativity scene. However, if a dog had been there, it probably would have been one of the oldest known canine breeds, the Canaan dog. The Canaan is now the national dog of Israel. The dogs can be dated...Is it a good idea to give someone a dog as a holiday gift?
By Heidi Clayton Every year at about this time, social media gets flooded with the warning: “A dog isn’t a Christmas gift…IT’S A LIFELONG COMMITMENT!” I believe they can be both a gift and, of course, a lifelong commitment. It is perfectly acceptable to get that puppy...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...
