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Expert Advice: Events
Everything You Need to Know About AKC Meet the Breeds
At AKC Meet the Breeds events, you can meet, play with, and learn about hundreds of dog breeds. Find an event in your local area!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-meet-the-breeds-events/
| January 3, 2024
Press Releases
SHIH TZU “COMET” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 23rd AKC® NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN
GCHP CH Hallmark Jolei Out Of This World, a Shih Tzu known as “Comet” triumphed over more than 5,700 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 16-17, 2023 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/shih-tzu-comet-wins-best-show-23rd-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin/
| January 2, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet the Group Winners of the 2023 AKC National Championship
The Group Winners are chosen to decide who will compete for Best in Show at the 2023 AKC National Championship. See the group winners here.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-national-championship-group-winners-2023/
| January 2, 2024
Sports & Events
AKC Agility League Announces Fall 2023 Season Winners
The AKC Agility League recently concluded its fifth season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were named in each of the eight divisions. The AKC Agility League is sponsored by Purina Pro Plan, YuMove and AKC Pet Insurance. The League offers three 12-week long seasons a year. Teams, composed of […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/akc-agility-league-announces-fall-2023-season-winners/
| December 27, 2023
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Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives Dog Podcast
In our award-winning Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives dog podcast, now in Season Four, host Bud Boccone tells the tales of breeds, dogs, and personalities who’ve shaped America (and Americans) over generations. Using the American Kennel Club's historical records, archival material, oral histories, interviews, and more, the show brings dog […]
https://www.akc.org/about/down-and-back-akc-podcast/
| December 20, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Winners Crowned at 2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational
As part of the AKC National Championship, Presented by Royal Canin week, the American Kennel Club held the third annual Fast CAT Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/fast-cat-invitational-winners-2023/
| December 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Wins 2023 National Owner-Handled Series Best in Show
The National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show winners were crowned on December 16 in Orlando Florida.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/nohs-best-in-show-2023/
| December 17, 2023
Press Releases
JUNIOR HANDLERS TAKE THE TOP SPOTS AT 2023 AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS
The AKC® National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHB CH Kinloch So There!, an Irish Setter known affectionately as “Stryker” owned and handled by 14-year-old Adam Kucera and bred by Patty Fanelli and Mike Fanelli. Adam and Stryker beat out 874 other dogs to take highest honor. Additionally, 15-year-old Savanna […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/junior-handlers-take-top-spots-2023-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 16, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips to Help Soothe Your Dog’s Anxiety
Life can be challenging for anxious dogs. These 10 tips from the GoodDog Helpline will help you manage and treat your dog's anxiety.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/soothe-dog-anxiety/
| November 17, 2023
Press Releases
AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN DRAWS ENTRY OF MORE THAN 5,700 DOGS IN ITS 23rd YEAR
The AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin has a new record-breaking entry. A grand total of 5,762 dogs will compete for the title of America’s National Champion on December 16 and 17, 2023 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Combined with the other weekend events, including the AKC®/Royal Canin National All-Breed […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin-draws-entry-5700-dogs-23rd-year/
| November 15, 2023