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Fast CAT Invitational: Pure Speed Division
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational – Pure Speed Rankings Fri. December 15, 2023 – FINAL ROUND as of 5:05 PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** BELOW 12" / HC 2 PLACE CALL NAME BREED OWNER TIME 1 Winston Bolt French Bulldog Braden Frederick 8.485 […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/pure-speed-divison/
| November 3, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Speed Of The Breed Division
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational – Speed of the Breed Division FINAL ROUND – Fri. December 15, 2023 as of 5:03 PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** RANK BREED CALL NAME OWNER MPH % ABOVE SOB 1 Lhasa Apso Max Debbie English 17.229 53.97% 2 Pomeranian […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/speed-breed-divison/
| November 3, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Best of Breed
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational Best of Breed Winners Results as of 12/15/23 3:11PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** Breed Call Name Owner Final Time Airedale Terrier Oliver Lauren Combs 7.754 Alaskan Klee Kai Isla Cheryl Simpson 8.746 Alaskan Malamute McKinley Nadaga Poist 8.645 […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/fast-cat-invitational-event-coverage-bestofbreeddiv/
| November 1, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Q’ Represents Plott Hounds at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
Plott Hound 'Q' is not your average agility competitor. Known for their noses, Q is competing at the AKC Agility Invitational and representing her breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-q/
| December 8, 2023
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Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Should I Let My Dog Sleep With Me?
Do you let your dog sleep in your bed with you at night? Research has shown that slightly less than one-half of all pet owners share their bed or bedroom with their pet. Even so, you have likely been told by at least one well-meaning person that your dog should sleep on the floor, in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/should-my-dog-sleep-with-me/
| July 24, 2017
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Special Registry Services – Foreign Registration
The American Kennel Club is opposed to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. In solidarity with Ukrainian people, effective immediately, judges from the Russian Federation will not be approved to judge at AKC sanctioned events. Additionally, requests for imported dog registrations (AKC Foreign Registration) for dogs born in Russia, will be denied effective immediately. For the […]
https://www.akc.org/rules/special-registry-services/
| November 1, 2017
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Expert Advice: Feature
Westminster Competitor Biscotti Rose Supports Owner During Cancer Treatment
When Rick and Lorie Douglas first set eyes on puppy Biscotti Rose two years ago, they knew she was special. Now a Westminster and Conformation star, she is also Rick's best support system through cancer treatment.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/biscotti-rose-westminster-and-support/
| May 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Terri & Rachel Sigulinsky of Snowbright Samoyeds
Terri Sigulinsky and her daughter, Rachel Sigulinsky, owners of Snowbright Samoyeds, are second and third generation Samoyed breeders located in Ohio and Michigan. Terri has been showing dogs for more than 40 years and breeding for 35 years. Rachel showed her first Samoyed at 7 years old and whelped her first litter at age 12. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-terri-rachel-sigulinsky-snowbright-samoyeds/
| October 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
What Are Dog Dewclaws?
Dogs have an extra nail near their paws on their front legs, called dewclaws. Dewclaws can help dogs accomplish a variety of tasks, but what are they for?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/what-are-dog-dewclaws/
| May 17, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Dog Paralysis: What to Know
Dog paralysis may be permanent or temporary, depending on the cause. Common causes include infections, trauma, spinal stroke and disk disease.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-paralysis-what-to-know/
| August 18, 2023