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Chance Meeting with Rescue Pup Leads to Agility Partnership
MACH Dixie Belle Black MXB MJS owned by Jennifer Sumpter – Algonquin, IL Shortly after losing her beloved dog of 14 years, Jennifer decided to acquire a dog from a local rescue. During a meet and greet arranged by the rescue, Jennifer was unsure of her decision due to the feeling of not bonding with any […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/chance-meeting-with-rescue-pup-leads-to-agility-partnership/
| April 20, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
Going Rare: The Joys of Owning a Vulnerable Dog Breed
Owning an endangered breed can be incredibly rewarding. It's no secret that what’s old is new again. As a millennial, I know that what used to be known as "used clothing" is now "vintage" and all the rage. Many of us have gone back to eating local and embracing a "farm-to-table" mentality when it comes […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/going-rare-the-joys-of-owning-a-vulnerable-breed/
| October 10, 2019
Press Releases
AKC Adds New Urban CGC Title To Popular Canine Good Citizen® Program
New York, NY – Giving responsible owners a whole new level of achievement for their dogs, the American Kennel Club (AKC) announced today the launch of “AKC Urban CGC” to the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) training program. The new title focuses on city-dwelling dogs and the special skills they require. Since 1989, more than 700,000 […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/urban-cgc-title-added-to-canine-good-citizen-program/
| April 24, 2015
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Expert Advice: Health
How Do I Collect a Urine Sample From My Dog?
Whether for a wellness exam or a health issue, at some point, your vet will need you to collect a dog urine sample. This task can be daunting. After all, how do you get your dog to cooperate? With these simple tips and a little training, you can collect urine samples without stressing your pet […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-do-i-collect-a-urine-sample-from-my-dog/
| July 11, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues June 2022
AKC Government Relations continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2022 Legislation Tracking map and click on “Federal Bills” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal level include: U.S. Congress – […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-june-2022/
| June 28, 2022
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AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Program
The first step in finding your perfect puppy is to find a breeder you trust and we make that easy: just look for breeders who are members of our AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program. Breeders that participate in the AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program pledge to uphold the program values of health, education, accountability, responsibility, and […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-bred-with-heart-program/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
What’s in a Name? Breeders Share How They Pick Perfect Puppy Names
Deciphering the registered names of show dogs can be a baffling process for the public. "Why are the names so long?" "Is that how they call their dogs?" "What do all those letters mean?" "What language is that?" Those are just some of the comments heard when commentators announce show dogs by their formal names. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeders-share-how-they-pick-puppy-names/
| June 27, 2022
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Expert Advice: Juniors
Junior Handler Spotlight: Skylar Sowiecki
After taking a training class three years ago, now 16-year-old Skylar Sowiecki swiftly got involved with dog shows. Sowiecki resides in sunny Florida and owns German Shepherd Dogs—but can also be seen showing Borzois and occasionally Beaucerons and Greyhounds. Sowiecki and her two GSDs compete in a variety of sports including Conformation, Rally, Dock Diving, Fast […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-skylar-sowiecki/
| June 23, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
Alopecia in Dogs: Why Is My Dog Losing Hair?
Shedding happens. It's a fact. You can always count on locks losing their grip when spring or early autumn rolls around and dogs shed their seasonal coats. Environmental factors like temperature, nutrition, and stress can also affect canine coat loss. But while some loose hair occurs routinely during a dog's hair growth cycles, thinning hair […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/alopecia-dogs-dog-losing-hair/
| June 17, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Norwegian Elkhound History: The Silver Viking
This handsome silver-gray dog native to Scandinavia, is, by his own demeanor, an aristo crat among Northern dogs. The Norwegian Elkhound roamed with his Viking masters and served as a multipurpose guardian, herder, hunter, and protective companion for thousands of years before finding his way to the United States in the early 20th century. The […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/norwegian-elkhound-history/
| June 16, 2022