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National Tracking Invitational Results 2013
Results Team #1 Saturday, September 28, 2013 Judges ~ Sally Elkins & Betty Winthers Judge’s Comments Overall Excitement filled the air Saturday morning as tracking enthusiasts from around the country visited with each other in anticipation of the draw for running order. The order drawn was as follows: Deborah Abbott & Devon, a Golden Retriever […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/tracking/events/akc-national-tracking-invitational/national-tracking-invitational-results-2013/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
How Much Will You Spend on Your Dog in His Lifetime?
We all expect to save and set aside money for big expenses, like a new car or the down payment on a house. But, what many of us don't consider, when we're oohing-and-ahhhing over that adorable new puppy, is the actual cost of dog ownership. It's important to take into account how much of your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-much-spend-on-dog-in-lifetime/
| October 18, 2017
Canine Partners
Dog born under an abandoned home finds success at Tracking
Abby Salois TD owned by Yuko Salois of La Mesa CA Abby almost didn’t get the chance to have this wonderful story. She and her mother, brothers and sisters were barely existing beneath an abandoned home when Labrador Rescuers pulled the family from its apparent destiny. Named “Susie” by her new guardians, Abby’s mother was […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/dog-born-under-an-abandoned-home-finds-success-at-tracking/
| July 14, 2017
Expert Advice: Weight Management
Breed Weight Chart
Breed Weight Male Weight Female Affenpinschers 7-10 pounds 7-10 pounds Afghan Hounds 50-60 pounds 50-60 pounds Airedale Terriers 50-70 pounds 50-70 pounds Akitas 100-130 pounds 70-100 pounds Alaskan Malamutes 85 pounds 75 pounds American English Coonhounds 45-65 pounds 45-65 pounds American Eskimo Dogs 6-10 pounds (toy), 10-20 pounds (miniature), 25-35 pounds (standard) 6-10 pounds (toy), […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/breed-weight-chart/
| May 11, 2017
Canine Partners
Named After Baseball Star, Jeter Becomes Canine Athlete!
MACH Jeter Morris owned by Kaela Morris of Thousand Oaks, CA Jeter is an incredible three-year-old Golden Retriever/Maltese mix who is named after the great shortstop from the New York Yankees, Derek Jeter. “Jeter and I found out about agility when he was seven months old. After our first class, we caught the “agility bug!” […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/named-after-baseball-star-jeter-becomes-canine-athlete/
| May 1, 2017
Press Releases
2017 National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17, 2017. The 2017 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2017-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| February 14, 2017
Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is the final profile on the six mixed-breed dogs that received invitations to compete in the 2016 AKC Agility Invitational. The event takes place Dec. 17-18 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC National Championship and AKC Obedience Classic. Name: PACH5 Harvey’s Casper AX AXJ MXP19 MXPG2 MJP21 MJPC2 PAX6 CGCA Call Name: Casper […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-11/
| December 10, 2016
Expert Advice: Feature
Off the Ice, Dog Agility Gives This Skating Coach a Sharp Focus
Priscilla Hill-Wampler points the way as Teddy clears a hurdle at the Masters Agility at Westminster in New York City. Photo by Kerrin Winter Churchill, Westminster Kennel Club. Priscilla Hill-Wampler’s life has been accented with twists and turns since age two, and she’s comfortable with that. A world-class figure skater and coach for several decades, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/skating-coach-dog-agility/
| December 5, 2016
Canine Partners
Tyler Goes on 400-Plus Visits to Earn AKC Distinguished Therapy Dog
Tyler Leon Allegretta THDD, owned by Patricia Allegretta of North Bergen, NJ, is an 8 year old Maltese who is certified by Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs. He has been doing therapy work for the past six years and visits many places every week, including Holy Name Hospital and Englewood Hospital, as well as many […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/tyler-goes-on-400-plus-visits-to-earn-akc-distinguished-therapy-dog/
| October 7, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Small Dogs That Don’t Shed
Not everyone enjoys cleaning up copious amounts of dog hair. If you are looking for a small dog with equally small amounts of shedding hair, you are in luck. From small dogs that don't shed at all, to dogs who shed minimally, here are the dog breeds you need to know about to help you […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/small-dogs-that-dont-shed/
| June 24, 2016