Registration opens

REGISTRATION is now available for Genes, Dogs and Cancer: 3rd Annual Canine Cancer Conference being put on by the AKC Canine Health Foundation at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington.

Please visit www.ivis.org/caninecancer/default2003.asp for information on transportation and lodging, as well as abstract submission and registration. Registration is $100 until July 31; after July 31 the cost is $150. Space is limited, so please register as soon as possible.

This conference is being sponsored by Nestle Purina PetCare, the Kenneth A Scott Charitable Trust (A KeyBank Trust), and the Golden Retriever Foundation and is to be held over the weekend of September 5-7, 2003.

- IVIS is a New York-based, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to provide up-to-date, clinical information to veterinarians, veterinary students and animal health professionals worldwide.

Video review

Show dogs are hard work

THE Cinema Guild is pleased to announce the release of an informative and entertaining new video on the world of show dogs ... Caution: Show Dogs.

Civilization's love affair with the dog is both ancient and significant and the breeding and showing of man's best friend is very old indeed. Regularly throughout the year, at the many prestigious dog shows, hundreds of breeders from all over the country present the very best.

These dogs represent the astonishing diversity that has been accomplished by decades of meticulous breeding. Over 150 dog breeds are recognised by the American Kennel Club alone. While showing at these events, the dogs are evaluated alongside other competitors to eventually contend for the highly coveted top prize - Best in Show.

Behind all this glamour and excitement lies never-ending hard work, enormous amounts of love and an all-consuming dedication that is difficult for most people to imagine. Caution: Show Dogs profiles four top breeders and their dogs, who share the years of knowledge and experience required to produce consistent champions and behind-the-scenes footage and interviews at numerous dog shows reveal the excitement and exhilaration of the world of show dogs.

The Bellmore Herald says of the film "educational and entertaining ... with humour and depth ... you don't have to be a show dog owner to enjoy this film".

Long Island Entertainment News says: "The wide variety of show dogs are sometimes beautiful, sometimes magnetically unusual and, in the case of the puppies, terrific fun. Caution: Show Dogs provides a lot of fun moments because it succeeds on a lot of different levels ... if you love animals or unusual people, Caution: Show Dogs will be the cat's pyjamas to you."

Directed by David Patrick and Leslye Abbey, recommended retail price: $39.95.

Contact e-mail: gcrowdus@cinemaguild.com website: www.cinemaguild.com