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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Golden Retriever ‘Baker’ Wins 2022 AKC National Obedience Championship
After nearly two full days of competition between more than 100 dogs, one Golden Retriever came out on top: Baker. Registered name OTCH12 High Times Shake 'N Bake UDX8 OGM SH earned a score of 517/520 and was handled by owner Kori Bevis of Cannon Falls, Minnesota. On Saturday, July 9, each dog competed in eight […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2022-akc-national-obedience-championship-winner/
| July 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
Puppy Socialization: Why, When, and How to Do It Right
Learn the best time to socialize your puppy, how to do it right, and why it's important from AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-socialization/
| July 7, 2022
![Best of Breed: GCHS CH Shaker Trees Santana, Gordon Setter, and handler Virginia Powell; Sporting Group judging at the 2021 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, Orlando, FL.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/06085021/BO6I2639-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
AKC Breed Recognition Facts You May Not Know
The American Kennel Club has officially recognized over 200 breeds. Take a look at these AKC breed recognition fun facts to learn more!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/facts-breed-recognition/
| July 6, 2022
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CELEBRATES ITS 200TH RECOGNIZED BREED
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the Bracco Italiano has received full recognition and is the AKC’s 200th breed. The Bracco Italiano is eligible to compete in the Sporting Group. “We at the AKC are thrilled to welcome our […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-celebrates-200th-recognized-breed/
| July 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet the Bracco Italiano: AKC’s Newly-Recognized Dog Breed in 2022
As the American Kennel Club’s 200th fully recognized breed, the Bracco Italiano became the Sporting Group's latest member in 2022. Its AKC recognition was a huge milestone for the organization’s mission in the preservation of purebred dogs. After all, it's been a long time since America's oldest dog registry recognized its first breed, the Pointer, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/bracco-italiano-becomes-newest-akc-recognized-dog-breed-in-2022/
| July 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Westminster Best in Show Winners 2008 to 2024
Through the years, many different breeds have won Best in Show at New York City’s Westminster Dog Show, including the 2022 winner Trumpet the Bloodhound.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/westminster-winners-through-the-years/
| June 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Go Boating and Kayaking With Dogs
If you enjoy spending time on the water, it only seems logical to have your dog join in on the fun. Boating with a pet might feel daunting, but regardless of what size dog you have, there is an option that can work for you and it can be a fun summer experience to share […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/boating-kayaking-with-dogs/
| May 31, 2022
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Expert Advice: Feature
All-American Dog And Owner Find Healing Through Dock Diving
From the time he was born three years ago, FISH’s life has been one irony after another. He’s a dog that was born in the Texas desert that you can’t keep out of the water today. And, if that’s not enough, when he arrived at 3 weeks old along with four siblings and their mother […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/all-american-dog-and-owner-find-healing-in-dock-diving/
| May 19, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Try Something New This Summer: Dog Sports!
Give these summer dog sports a go during the hotter months, as they're perfect for bonding and working with your dog outside.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/summer-dog-sports/
| May 17, 2022
Press Releases
JANE ALSTON-MYERS HIRED AS AKC EXECUTIVE FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
New York, N.Y. – The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Jane Alston-Myers of Ocala, FL has been hired as an Executive Field Representative. Alston-Myers was initially hired as a Field Representative back in 2014. She is an approved AKC judge for the Sporting Group as well as 12 additional breeds and their […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/jane-alston-myers-hired-akc-executive-field-representative/
| May 13, 2022