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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Diabetes in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can affect dogs and cats and other animals (including apes, pigs, and horses) as well as humans. Although diabetes can’t be cured, it can be managed very successfully. Diabetes mellitus, or “sugar diabetes,” is the type of diabetes seen most often in dogs. It is a metabolism disorder. Metabolism […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/diabetes-in-dogs/
| April 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Tick-Borne Diseases in Dogs: Symptoms & How to Prevent
Tick-borne disease is a growing threat to both canine and human health. Be aware of dog tick diseases to protect your pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tick-borne-diseases-dogs-prevent/
| April 11, 2022
Chairman's Reports
March 2022 Chairman’s Report
Good morning. I lost my dear friend a few weeks ago. Dealing with Ron’s passing is a deeply personal experience for me. He was my mentor, a colleague, and above all, a special friend. He had an enormous capacity to give of himself. I am today, because I knew him. However, I can comfort myself […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/march-2022-chairmans-report/
| March 16, 2022
Press Releases
LABRADOR RETRIEVER CONTINUES ITS REIGN AS TOP DOG WHILE BULLDOG GETS BUMPED FROM TOP 5
No one can keep the Lab down! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced at a virtual press conference today at the AKC Museum of the Dog that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever is the nation’s favorite dog for the 31st consecutive year. While the loveable Lab remains a constant at the top of the charts, the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-continues-reign-top-dog-bulldog-gets-bumped-top-5/
| March 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2021
It goes without saying that in your house, your dog is the most popular. But what do the statistics say? The American Kennel Club has used registration data to compile the list of 2021’s most popular breeds. As always, the Labrador Retriever tops the list — this time for the 31st year! The Lab's temperament […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/most-popular-dog-breeds-of-2021/
| March 15, 2022
Press Releases
2022 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2022. The 2022 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| January 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Juniors
14-Year-Old Natalia Backos is a Third Generation Breeder, Owner, & Handler
Natalia Backos, a 14-year-old from Greensburg, Pennsylvania, has never known a time when she didn't spend her weekends at dog shows. A proud third-generation breeder/owner/handler, Backos is following in the footsteps of her grandmother and mother, alongside her sister. Her dogs include her Parson Russell Terriers BISS GCH Panther Creek Stone Cold Sober "Boozer" and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/december-junior-handler-feature-natalia-backos/
| January 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
2021 AKC National Championship Group Winners
The 2021 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Dec. 18 and 19 hosted more than 5,000 dogs who all competed for the coveted title of Best in Show. The competition began with each dog competing for best in their breed. Best of Breed winners then advanced to compete in the group competitions to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2021-akc-national-championship-group-winners/
| January 3, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
2021 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin Recap
The 2021 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin was held December 18 and 19, 2021 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. This event is the only all-breed dog show organized and presented directly by the AKC, the nation’s oldest and only not-for-profit purebred dog registry. Thousands of dogs from throughout the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/2021-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin-recap/
| December 22, 2021
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Expert Advice: Agility
Top Dog Athletes Awarded at 2021 AKC Agility Invitational
Dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages jumped, weaved, and ran at the 2021 AKC Agility Invitational. The 16th annual event took place December 17-19, 2021 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. The top five […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/top-dogs-awarded-at-2021-akc-agility-invitational/
| December 21, 2021