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Clubs & Delegates
NPDD: Reception Brings Together Top Dogs & Members of Congress
There’s an old expression, “if you want a friend in Washington, get a dog”. Last week, members of Congress and their staff got to meet many new friends. At a reception hosted by the American Kennel Club in honor of National Purebred Dog Day, members of Congress, staff and guests celebrated the many positive aspects […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/npdd-reception-brings-together-top-dogs-members-of-congress/
| May 9, 2017
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Running Safely with Your Dog
Going for a run with your dog can be a great way to bond and get some exercise in daily. However, there are some precautionary measures you should take to ensure that your pup is doing so safely. Before having your pup join you on your morning run, make sure you’ve received approval from your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/running-safely-with-your-dog/
| May 4, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
United States Capitol Police K-9 Unit Receives AKC K-9 Award
AKC President and CEO Dennis B. Sprung presented the Award to United States Capitol Police Chief Matthew R. Verderosa, Assistant Chief Steven A. Sund, Deputy Chief Fred P. Rogers and Technician Shawn Haynes, who were accompanied by Will, a black Labrador Retriever. “I am honored to present this award,” said Sprung. “It is a token […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/united-states-capitol-police-k-9-unit-receives-akc-k-9-award/
| May 4, 2017
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Dog Scared Of Bath
Ask AKC Dear AKC: I have a 1 year old Norwegian Elkhound that hates getting a bath. It is a struggle and we don't bathe him as often as I would like. When its bath time, he runs. If I try to lead him into the bathtub with his leash, he freaks out. Once he […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-scared-of-bath/
| May 3, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Meet Today’s Sled Dogs
They participate in exciting adventures — from racing in the Iditarod to transporting explorers in the Arctic — so sled dogs hold a special place in our hearts and imaginations. It isn’t every dog breed that can run for miles across the tundra, surviving bitter-cold conditions, blizzards, and the rigors of long-distance racing, while also […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/meet-todays-sled-dogs/
| May 1, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
10 Dog Breeds You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Did you know that there are 190 dog breeds registered by the AKC? While many of them are familiar faces, there are several breeds that most people have never seen before, or even heard of. Some are newly registered, and some are just less common in the United States. Here are some facts about a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-dog-breeds-probably-never-heard-of/
| April 28, 2017
Canine Partners
Agility Gives Rescue Pup Much-Needed Confidence
MACH Jaxs MXB MJS MXF owned by Elaine Rinicker of Lutz, FL Jaxs was twice given up to rescue before 5 months of age. Then Elaine adopted him at 6 months of age from Rocket Angels Italian Greyhound Rescue, where they thought he was an Italian Greyhound/Basenji mix. “He was very shy and anxious about everything […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/agility-gives-rescue-pup-much-needed-confidence/
| April 24, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Can You Tell These Dog Breed Look-Alikes Apart?
"Wait, was that a Siberian Husky? Or was it an Alaskan Malamute?" Many dog breeds can be difficult to tell apart. To celebrate National Look-Alike Day, we're taking a closer look at six pairs of dogs that look remarkably similar to each other, but are actually completely different breeds. 1. Alaskan Malamute vs. Siberian Husky […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-breed-look-alikes/
| April 21, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
Beverly Hills Dog Show Presented by Purina Showcases Top Honors for Purina Pro Plan-Fed Dogs
Purina Pro Plan-fed dogs made a clean sweep by winning Best in Show and all the Group Firsts at the inaugural “Beverly Hills Dog Show Presented by Purina.” “Rip” (GCH Fidelis Ripcord), a 3-year-old red male Doberman Pinscher, stole the show by capturing the coveted Best in Show title at the Saturday event held by […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/beverly-hills-dog-show-presented-by-purina-showcases-top-honors/
| April 18, 2017
Expert Advice: Basic Training
You’re Talking to Me? How to Make Your Dog Want to Come When Called
“My dog comes to me when we’re at home, but at the park, it’s like I’m not even there!” Could you say this about your dog? A reliable recall, or “come when called,” might be the most important thing to teach your dog. It can also be hard to teach, usually because we unwittingly sabotage […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/make-your-dog-come-when-called/
| April 11, 2017