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Expert Advice: Breed History
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier History: The Irish Poor Man’s Dog
Partially shrouded by the mists of time, the history of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier sometimes reflects the Irish people's gift as storytellers rather than historians. Folklore persists that following the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588, a dog swam to the shore of Ireland from a sinking ship. Supposedly, he then bred to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/soft-coated-wheaten-terrier-history-ireland/
| January 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Can You Get Sick From a Dog?
Zoonotic diseases, which can be spread between animals and people, are increasingly making the news. With reports about bird flu and swine flu on the rise, it makes sense that many of us worry about catching illnesses from our pets. When it comes to canine colds, however, we don't need to worry. Can I Catch […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-cold-sickness-spread/
| January 14, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Maryland: Senate Committee to Hear Bill Regulating Dogs Outdoors on January 19 – Act Now!
The Maryland Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing January 19, 2022, at 1 p.m. on Senate Bill 44. The bill, which is the companion to House Bill 16 considered in a House committee yesterday, would place limitations on dogs being outdoors and unattended in certain weather conditions. AKC encourages those who reside […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/maryland-senate-committee-hear-bill-regulating-dogs-outdoors-january-19-act-now/
| January 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Dog Athlete of the Month: Hex the Samoyed
When most people first see Hex, a 7-year-old Samoyed, they might think she's just really good at winking. In reality, she's just good at seeing out of one eye, having the other removed in 2018 due to glaucoma. Despite the odds, she and owner Mary Drexler still compete in AKC Rally, Obedience, and Agility, placing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-athlete-of-the-month-hex-the-samoyed/
| January 13, 2022
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AKC 2022 Detection Dog Conference
2022 | 2019 | 2018 August 2022 - Detection Dog Task Force Hosts 3rd AKC National Detection Dog Conference
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/2022-akc-us-detection-dog-conference/
| January 13, 2022
Press Releases
Calling All Canine Heroes! Nominate a Dog for an AKC Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence!
To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane FundSM is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). Nominations are open now through July 1st and winners will be announced in late 2022. Winners will be highlighted in a made-for-tv special created […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/calling-canine-heroes-nominate-dog-akc-humane-fund-award-canine-excellence-2/
| January 13, 2022
Legislative Alerts
Maryland: House Committee to Hear Bill Regulating Dogs Outdoors Tomorrow (1/13) – Call Now!
The Maryland House Environment and Transportation Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing tomorrow, January 13, 2022, at 1 p.m. on House Bill 16. The bill would place limitations on dogs being outdoors and unattended in certain weather conditions. AKC encourages those who reside or participate in dog events in Maryland to contact the Committee members […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/maryland-house-committee-hear-bill-regulating-dogs-outdoors-tomorrow-1-13-call-now/
| January 12, 2022
Sports & Events
2021 AKC Gun Dog Championships
Premium List The 2021 AKC Gun Dog Championships are scheduled to be held at Camp Robinson in Conway, AR starting on February 25 beginning with the Gun Dog Championship followed by the Walking Gun Dog Championship. More details will be listed here and on both facebook pages (see links for each below). Check out the AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/pointing-breeds/field-trials/akc-gun-dog-championships/2021-akc-gun-dog-championships/
| January 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Collie vs. Shetland Sheepdog: How to Tell the Difference
For decades, Lassie has been the star of books, movies, and television shows. This brave and intelligent dog character is a rough-coated Collie, and her incredible personality mirrors the breed's typical characteristics. Thanks to Lassie, Collies are beloved and admired. They are also effortlessly recognizable. But did you know there's a similar breed often mistaken […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/collie-versus-shetland-sheepdog-tell-difference/
| January 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Confront Someone You Think Is a Bad Dog Owner
As dog lovers, it can be difficult to ignore when we see someone doing something we think is bad, harmful, or ineffective with their dogs. Sometimes what someone is doing is abusive or at risk of causing immediate serious injury to a dog, in which case stepping in right away or calling the proper authorities […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-confront-someone-if-you-think-theyre-a-bad-dog-owner/
| January 7, 2022