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AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin
2024 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin Orange County Convention Center Orlando, FL December 14 & 15, 2024 All Sporting, Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting Breeds and Junior Showmanship Competition will be Judged on Saturday All Working, Terrier, Herding Breeds, Miscellaneous and Best in Show will be Judged on Sunday The 2024 event will showcase the top canine athletes […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/national-championship/
| November 26, 2018
Sports & Events
AKC Trick Dog
ENTRY FORMS FOR 2024 TRICKS COMPETITION Adult Junior ***NEW*** AKC now offers a quick and easy way to submit your Trick Dog Title Application! Try the new - Title Application Portal (TAP) System. Check out 2022's Competition Winner and Outstanding Performances CGC Evaluators Can Now Evaluate For AKC Trick Dog Titles Via Video CGC AND […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/
| October 26, 2017
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Do Dogs Twitch in Their Sleep?
Have you ever wondered why dogs twitch in their sleep, or if this seemingly benign behavior could be a problem? Here's what you need to know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-dog-twitch-in-sleep/
| January 12, 2021
Expert Advice: Feature
Black and Tan Coonhound ‘Storm’ Reps Breed at the AKC Rally National Championship
Storm, a Black and Tan Coonhound, and her owner-handler Laura Beth Waldrep placed in the top 100 at the Rally National Championships.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-rally-national-championship-black-and-tan-coonhound-storm/
| July 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
‘Breitling’ the Bedlington Terrier Is an AKC Rally History-Maker
'Breitling' the Bedlington Terrier Roars at 2024 AKC Rally National Championship Hannah Nordstrom chose a Bedlington Terrier for her first-ever dog...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-rally-national-championship-bedlington-terrier-breitling/
| July 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Understanding Autosomal Recessive Conditions in Dogs
Introduction to Autosomal Recessive Conditions Dogs have 78 chromosomes, or 39 pairs in each cell. Genes are located on these chromosomes, and they can have different genetic variants related to genes, known as alleles. Each gene typically has 2 copies, one from the dam and one from the sire. The dam and sire randomly contribute […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/understanding-autosomal-recessive-conditions-dogs/
| July 24, 2024
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Dog-to-Dog Greetings: Your Dog Doesn’t Need To Say Hi
Do you run up to and hug or jump on every person you see on the street? Of course not. Similarly, it's important to teach our dogs not to try to engage with all the other dogs they pass during a walk. In recent years, people have started to bring their dogs more places and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-dog-greetings-dog-doesnt-need-say-hi/
| September 22, 2021
Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Teach Your Dog to Wait at Doorways
Rather than struggling at doorways, teach your dog to wait for permission to pass through. Here's how to teach your dog to wait at doorways.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-your-dog-to-wait-at-doorways/
| February 17, 2021
Expert Advice: Training
How to Keep Your Dog Entertained Indoors
Cold temperatures and inclement weather can make it hard to do normal activities outdoor with your dog. Learn how to keep your dog entertained indoors.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-keep-your-dog-entertained-indoors/
| March 16, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Train a Fearful Dog
Need help training your fearful dog? Here are some tips for helping your dog through their fears and anxiety from the AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-train-fearful-dog/
| March 24, 2021