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Expert Advice: Health
Liver Cancer in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Liver cancer in dogs can seriously impact your dog's lifespan. Learn more about the types, signs, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/liver-cancer-in-dogs/
| January 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet Junior Handler Gabriella Casanova
Gabriella Casanova from Cicero, New York, is proof that you don't need to come from a dog family to be involved in dog sports.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-gabriella-casanova/
| January 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Watch NFL Dog Plays of the Year Highlights Show
Love dogs and NFL players? You're in luck! NFL Dog Plays of the Year is a special program that combines the NFL players with AKC dog sports.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/watch-nfl-dog-plays-of-the-year/
| January 23, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
From ‘Plush Puppy’ to Junior Showmanship: Supporting Kids in Dog Shows
If your child is interested in dog shows, they don't need to wait until they're an adult to compete. Get involved with Junior Showmanship and special attractions!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/supporting-kids-in-dog-shows/
| January 23, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
History of Conformation: The Evolution of Dog Shows
How did modern dogs shows get to where they are today? Learn about the histroy of Conformation shows, that began over 150 years ago.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/history-of-conformation/
| January 19, 2024
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2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
Nominees in Conformation Michael Canalizo Michael Canalizo has spent many years in the Dog Show World as a Breeder/Owner, Professional Handler, turned Judge. His first exposure to his primary breed: the Afghan Hound came in 1961 as a member of “the typical Hobby Breeder family” with their purchase of “Babu Bamn of Grandeur”. He showed […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2023-lifetime-achievement-award-nominees/
| January 18, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Dog Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Dog pneumonia has many causes from viruses to bacteria to inhaled foreign particles. Learn to recognize the signs and treatment options for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-pneumonia/
| January 11, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet Junior Handler Delia DiPonio
Fifteen-year-old Delia DiPonio of Dorado, Puerto Rico got started training in agility at home with a small obstacle kit she purchased on the internet....
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-delia-diponio/
| January 11, 2024
Press Releases
AKC AGILITY LEAGUE™ ANNOUNCES FALL SEASON WINNERS
New York, NY- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce the winners of the American Kennel Club Agility League’s fall season. The AKC Agility League™ recently concluded its fifth season of competition and honored its top teams and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-agility-league-announces-fall-season-winners/
| January 11, 2024
Press Releases
CALLING ALL CANINE HEROES! NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW FOR AKC HUMANE FUND AWARDS FOR CANINE EXCELLENCE!
The AKC Humane FundSM is seeking your nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). Nominations are open now through July 1, 2024. Winners will be announced in late 2024 and will be highlighted in a made-for-tv special. Each year, the AKC Humane Fund, a not-for-profit organization, honors five dedicated, hardworking dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/calling-canine-heroes-nominations-open-now-akc-humane-fund-awards-canine-excellence/
| January 10, 2024