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Expert Advice: Dog Athletes
Rescued Chihuahua Becomes Therapy Dog and Canine Athlete
Ivy the Chihuahua may be tiny, but she is a survivor. Rescued from a dumpster as a puppy, the eight-and-a-half-year-old dog is a true Renaissance pup. Owned by Rockford, Illinois, resident Jennifer Walker, Ivy has earned over 40 titles as an AKC Therapy Dog and canine athlete. Bringing Ivy Home In 2014, Walker and her […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/rescued-from-dumpster-chihuahua-blossoms-into-canine-athlete/
| February 8, 2023
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Expert Advice: News
See the Winners of 2018’s Meet the Breeds Booth Contest
Every year prior to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the general public is given the opportunity to meet (and more importantly, play with!) over 100 different dog breeds at AKC Meet the Breeds, brought to you by Purina® Pro Plan®. This year's event certainly didn't disappoint, featuring individual booths that were not only elaborate in decoration, but also […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/see-winners-2018-meet-the-breeds-booth-contest/
| February 12, 2018
Press Releases
FIVE HEROIC DOGS HONORED WITH 2022 AKC® HUMANE FUND AWARDS FOR CANINE EXCELLENCE (ACE)
The AKC® Humane Fund is proud to announce the winners of the 23rd annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). These awards celebrate five loyal, hard-working dogs that have significantly improved the lives of their owners and communities. The five winners were carefully chosen from a pool of over 600 impressive nominations. The […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/five-heroic-dogs-honored-2022-akc-humane-fund-awards-canine-excellence-ace/
| December 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Therapy Dog ‘Axel’ Awarded for Bringing Hope to Uvalde
Axel is one of five 2022 AKC Awards for Canine Excellence recipients, winning the Therapy Dog category. This category recognizes certified therapy dogs working in hospitals, schools, disaster sites, war zones, and wherever else the affection of a good dog can provide comfort. Despite his 120-pound stature, 4-year-old Axel, a Rottweiler, might be anything but intimidating. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/therapy-dog-axel-awarded-for-bringing-hope-to-uvalde/
| December 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Five Remarkable Dogs Honored With 2022 AKC Awards for Canine Excellence
After the airing of the popular special AKC Heroes: 2022 Awards for Canine Excellence on ESPN2, the AKC is excited to share the winners of this year’s AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). These annual awards celebrate loyal, hard-working dogs that have significantly improved the lives of their owners and/or communities. Five remarkable dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/five-remarkable-dogs-honored-with-2022-akc-awards-for-canine-excellence/
| December 12, 2022
Press Releases
2022 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2022. The 2022 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| January 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Can Dogs Eat Radishes?
Radishes are a popular and healthy root vegetable for humans. They are low in calories, hydrating, and a great source of vitamins. If you're cooking with radishes, can you share them with your dog? Yes, but only in small amounts; there may even be some health benefits for your pet if they like the unique […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/can-dogs-eat-radishes/
| November 10, 2022
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
How Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Dogs?
Twice a year, most Americans will experience the gain or loss of one hour's sleep when their clocks fall back or skip ahead for Daylight Saving Time. Many of us will adjust by sleeping in, drinking a second cup of strong coffee, and changing the time on our clocks and watches. Although our dogs don't […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/daylight-savings-time-affect-dogs/
| November 8, 2022
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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
One Rottweiler’s Mission to Lift Human Spirits
For Dogtor Loki, comforting people comes naturally. Whenever she sees someone who needs emotional TLC, she goes into “parking mode.” “She’ll walk up and then kind of back herself, like a truck, and sit on your feet and give her back to you,” says Caroline Benzel, 32, a student at the University of Maryland School […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/on-call-one-rottweilers-mission-to-lift-human-spirits/
| July 15, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues October 2022
Issues at the City, County, and Metropolitan Levels, and in US Territories The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can’t help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-october-2022/
| October 21, 2022