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Expert Advice: Health
Ataxia in Dogs: What You Need to Know
If your dog is suffering from ataxia, the most common symptom you might notice is a change in his gait, making him very unsteady.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/ataxia-in-dogs/
| July 13, 2023
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues June 2023
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Alabama – SB 2 sought to prohibit inmates from participating in training of dogs for identifying scents and tracking humans. AKC monitored this legislation, which was not considered in the Senate Veterans and Military Affairs Committee and failed at end of […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-june-2023/
| June 23, 2023
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Canine Communication: Deciphering Different Dog Sounds
"Wouldn't it be great if our dogs could talk?" says Amanda Nascimento, head of Integrative Veterinary Medicine and Research at NHV Natural Pet. "If you listen closely, they can." Dogs don't just bark to communicate. There are lots of different dog sounds our pups use to express how they feel, and some breeds vocalize differently. Sometimes, owners […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/canine-communication-deciphering-different-dog-sounds/
| December 19, 2019
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Alaska Owner-Handler & Shiba Inu Campaign Through Travel Tribulations
If you thought your travel and entry to that last dog show was a challenge, think again! For most involved in conformation, logistics are nothing compared to the anxiety and challenging weather scenarios that confront Letty Hughes and her Shiba Inu, Ryouta, each time out. While the Nome, Alaska-based pair bond with skill and gusto, it’s […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/alaska-shiba-inu-campaigns-through-travel-tribulations/
| March 9, 2020
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
How K9 Sport Sack Can Help You Adventure With Your Dog – Big or Small
Paid Advertisement Hiking, backpacking, bicycling, shopping at the local farmers market, dining outside, and even commuting to your office. Wouldn’t you love to take your dog with you wherever dogs are allowed to go? Now it’s possible to do exactly that with the help of K9 Sport Sack carriers, no matter the size of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/k9-sport-sack-can-help-adventure-dog-big-small/
| March 4, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Golden Retriever ‘Baker’ Wins 2023 National Obedience Championship
After nearly two full days of competition between more than 100 dogs, one Golden Retriever came out on top: "Baker" handled by Korin Bevis.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/golden-retriever-baker-wins-2023-national-obedience-championship/
| June 19, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Ari’ the Canaan Dog Reps Rare Breed at 2023 AKC Rally National Championship
When Canaan Dog "Ari" competes in AKC Rally, he excels at listening. His skills have brought him to the AKC Rally National Championship in Ohio.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/ari-canaan-dog-2023-akc-rally-national-championship/
| June 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Working Dogs: Meet 31 Purposely-Bred Dogs
You may or may not know that each AKC registered breed is assigned to one of seven groups. In honor of Work Like a Dog Day on August 5, we're taking a closer look at the Working Group to see what these 31 beauties were bred to do. Akita This dignified and courageous Japanese breed was developed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/working-group-dogs/
| August 1, 2020
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Expert Advice: Feature
How to Be More Inclusive to LGBTQ Dog People at Shows and Beyond
Editor’s Note: The American Kennel Club has had a long history of inclusion across our sport for exhibitors and spectators from all walks of life. We are sharing the stories and voices of LGBTQ community members. Here, Sassafras Lowrey shares tips on how to be more inclusive as dog owners and handlers. You can read […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/lgbtq-101-dog-people/
| June 2, 2022
Pages
List of Breeds by Group
Each of the AKC registered breeds are assigned to one of seven groups representing characteristics and functions the breeds were originally bred for. Current as of June 1, 2023 [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Herding Group"] HERDING GROUP The Herding Group, created in 1983, is the newest AKC classification; its members were formerly members of the Working Group. […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/resources/general-tips-information/dog-breeds-sorted-groups/
| August 25, 2015