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Seven new breeds added to Kennel Club Academy
Pictured: A Bedlington terrier.

The resources feature information on breed history and standards. 

The Kennel Club has confirmed that it has added seven new breed films to The Kennel Club Academy.

Free-to-access online, the breed-specific films cover topics such as breed history, breed standard, 'nose to tail' overview and movement in the show ring, to provide a thorough introduction to the breed for those wanting to learn more. 

In recent months, The Kennel Club has added the Bedlington terrier, Chesapeake Bay retriever, lagotto romagnolo, Afghan hound, Polish lowland sheepdog, Australian shepherd and Cavalier King Charles spaniel. 

Chairman of The Kennel Club Training Board, Gerald King, said: "We are happy to announce the addition of another seven breed films to The Kennel Club Academy, with more to follow in the coming months. 

“These films are a valuable resource for those within the breed, judges and those working towards becoming a judge as well as dog breeders.”

In addition to the breed-specific films, The Kennel Club Academy also features a large amount of educational resources in a variety of canine topics, including health, breeding and training, alongside resources for judges on agility, obedience and working trials. 

Interested in developing the resource further, Gerald added: “The Training Board is keen to develop this area into an online library of films with multiple films for a breed, so breed clubs are invited to give serious consideration to collaborating with The Kennel Club for the creation of a film on their breed. 

“Thanks to all those involved in the development processes, aiding in a proactive and full approach to their judges’ education and the future of the breed. 

“We hope to resume filming towards the end of 2022, following a break caused by the pandemic, so we look forward to adding many more breeds to this long-term project.”

To access the resources, an account must be registered with The Kennel Club.

 

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