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AKC Chairman of the Board Alan Kalter Shares AKC’s Future Direction In Dog News Q&A
New York, NY – A Q&A between AKC Chairman of the Board Alan Kalter and Dog News’ Matthew H. Stander originally appeared in the April 11, 2014 issue of Dog News. The contents of the interview about the future direction of the AKC are reprinted here with permission of the publisher. What steps do […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-chairman-of-the-board-alan-kalter-shares-akcs-future-direction-in/
| April 23, 2014
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A Royal Dog and Expert Hunter Join AKC Family
The Coton de Tulear and Wirehaired Vizsla Gain Full AKC Recognition New York, NY — The pack has expanded! The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) announced today the Coton de Tulear and Wirehaired Vizsla will be welcomed to its litter of recognized breeds this year, growing AKC’s family to 180. “The AKC is excited to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/a-royal-dog-and-expert-hunter-join-akc-family/
| April 28, 2014
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Rebecca Ann Gerevics Receives 2014 AKC/AVMF Veterinary Scholarship
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce that Rebecca Ann Gerevics, a second-year student at the College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University, is the recipient of the 2014 AKC/American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) Veterinary Scholarship. First offered in 2009, this $5,000 scholarship is designed to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/rebecca-ann-gerevics-receives-2014-akc-avmf-veterinary-scholarship/
| August 5, 2014
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The AKC Family Just Got Larger!
– The Spanish Water Dog, Cirneco dell’Etna, Bergamasco, & Boerboel Gain Full AKC Recognition – New York, NY –The pack has expanded! The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) announced today that the Spanish Water Dog, Cirneco dell’Etna, Bergamasco, and Boerboel gained full AKC recognition. This brings AKC’s roster of recognized breeds to 184. "The AKC is […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-akc-family-just-got-larger/
| December 17, 2014
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NPR’s recent story With Rescue Dogs In Demand, More Shelters Look Far Afield For Fido
By Stephanie Smith NPR’s recent story With Rescue Dogs In Demand, More Shelters Look Far Afield For Fido covered the growing number of dogs being transported across state lines for resale and rescue in other parts of the country. In areas like New England, the Northeast, the Northwest and the Great Lakes, stringent spay and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/npr-2015/
| January 6, 2015
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The Pack Has Expanded!
“We’re thrilled to welcome such a great selection of dogs to the AKC family,” said AKC Spokesperson Gina DiNardo. “Each of these breeds is unique and will make wonderful companions to a variety of people. We urge potential dog owners to visit akc.org and learn about all 187 breeds to determine the right dog for […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-pack-has-expanded/
| June 15, 2015
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AKC Expands its Digital Footprint with Four New Microsites
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club continues to expand on AKC.org with four new sections dedicated to Training, Government Relations, AKC Family Dog, and AKC Gazette. These mobile-optimized, digital content platforms mark the next exciting phase of AKC’s digital transformation and their goal of being the educational and entertainment destination for all dog […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-expands-its-digital-footprint-with-four-new-microsites/
| May 20, 2015
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Courtney Korff Named 2015 AKC/AVMF Veterinary Scholarship Recipient
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) continues its support of students pursuing veterinary studies with the presentation of the 2015 AKC/American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) Veterinary Scholarship to Courtney Korff, a third-year student at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. This $5,000 scholarship, offered since 2009, is designed to support individuals with a background in […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/courtney-korff-named-2015-akc-avmf-veterinary-scholarship-recipient/
| August 3, 2015
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AKC Continues Commitment to Breeder Education With Bred With H.E.A.R.T.
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) continues its long-standing commitment to advance the health and welfare of all dogs with the launch of its new program Bred with H.E.A.R.T. (Health, Education, Accountability, Responsibility and Tradition) Modeled after the successful Breeder of Merit program, Bred with H.E.A.R.T. is a new way to engage, encourage and recognize all […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/breeder-education-bred-with-heart/
| July 22, 2015
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AKC Announces Recipients of the 2016 Lifetime Achievement Awards
The American Kennel Club® (AKC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards: Patti L. Strand (Conformation), John Cox (Companion Events) and John Russell (Performance). The Awards, first created and awarded in 1999, are presented in recognition of exceptional participation and achievement within the dog fancy. The finalists and winners, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-recipients-of-the-2016-lifetime-achievement-awards/
| October 26, 2015