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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Australian Shepherd History: Behind the Breed’s Herding Heritage
Like many Americans whose ancestors arrived in previous centuries, the Australian Shepherd history is a confounding mix of many different cultures.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/australian-shepherd-history/
| September 3, 2020
Press Releases
AKC BOARD OF DIRECTORS CLASS OF 2028 ELECTED
At the annual meeting of the American Kennel Club on March 12, 2024, the Delegates elected members to the AKC Board of Directors. The Directors elected were: Class of 2028 Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia, PhD, Delegate, German Shepherd Dog Club of America Sally Fineburg, Delegate, Hatboro Dog Club, Inc. Dr. Michael Knight, PhD, Delegate, Texas […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-board-directors-class-2028-elected/
| March 12, 2024
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AKC Board of Directors & Executive Officers
Board of Directors [caption id="attachment_100992" align="alignleft" width="229"] Dr. Thomas M. Davies, Chairman[/caption] [caption id="attachment_166072" align="aligncenter" width="229"] Dominic P. Carota, Vice Chairman[/caption] Class of 2025 Rita J. Biddle, Esq, Delegate, Ingham County Kennel Club, Inc. Dominic Palleschi Carota, Delegate, Pharaoh Hound Club of America Dr. Thomas M. Davies, Delegate, Springfield Kennel Club, Inc. Thomas Powers, Delegate, […]
https://www.akc.org/about/board-directors-officers/
| March 14, 2023
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AKC DNA + Health Kit – Included Tests
All AKC DNA + Health Kits include the original 201 markers for genetic identity and parentage verification purposes, as well as over 328 genetic variants for health and traits. Download a pdf of all included tests Health Tests Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS, SN) This genetic variant is associated with an inherited neurological disease characterized by […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health-kit-tests-available/
| July 26, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Agility Terms & Lingo: What Common Dog Agility Words Mean
The world of dog agility is fast-paced and exciting, but the terminology can be intimidating. Learn the language of dog agility so you can jump right in.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-agility-terms-lingo/
| February 26, 2024
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Expert Advice: Health
Yeast Dermatitis (Malassezia) in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Yeast dermatitis is another type of dermatitis that can affect dogs, also called Malassezia. Learn the signs, symptoms, and how to treat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/yeast-dermatitis-in-dogs/
| March 7, 2024
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Expert Advice: Training
Leave the Rain and Snow Outside: Teach the Shake Command
Teach your dog the "shake" command so when they're wet, the dog will leave the rain and snow outside your house when given the cue.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-shake-command/
| March 6, 2024
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Expert Advice: Health
Imodium (Loperamide) for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
We asked a veterinarian about Imodium® (loperamide) for dogs, why you should use the drug cautiously or not at all, dosages, and the safer alternatives.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/imodium-for-dogs/
| March 4, 2024
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
Why You Should Keep in Contact With Your Breeder
Did you purchase your puppy from a breeder? They should be a valuable resource when you have questions or problems about your new dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/why-you-should-keep-in-contact-with-your-breeder/
| July 28, 2016
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Expert Advice: News
Most Popular Dog Breeds by City 2021 — Find Out the Top Dog in Places Around the US
As the American Kennel Club announced, the Labrador Retriever was the most popular dog breed in the United States in 2021 — for the 31st year in a row, no less! (It usurped the Cocker Spaniel in 1991, and hasn’t let go of the No. 1 spot since.) But when looking at the most popular […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-city-2021/
| March 15, 2022