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Expert Advice: News
Does Dog Breed Affect Behavior? In a Word, Yes.
A combination of breed and socialization will help determine how your dog will behave. Here's why breed matters when selecting a pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/does-dog-breed-affect-behavior/
| May 12, 2022
Sports & Events
Junior Report: Abbey Engler
My name is Abbey Engler from New Palestine, IN and I am 11 years old. My adventure into AKC sports and events began when I was nine years old, and I received an early Christmas gift; a small, rescued puppy born under a dumpster in Tennessee. My dog Gracie Lou is mix of a Catahoula […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-abbey-engler/
| May 5, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Vizsla History: The Swift Hungarian Hunting Dog
The e-mail was brief but ebullient: Bud: Friday at 11 a.m. is fine! Have a terrific day! - Jack It was Jack Sharkey’s response to my request for an interview. The Vizsla Club of America’s Dr. Sylvia Kerr, a noted breeder-judge and my club contact for this story, said if I was going to write […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/vizsla-history-swift-hungarian-hunting-dog/
| May 2, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
National Purebred Dog Day: Celebrating the Purpose-Bred Dog
Purebred dogs are symbols of the people and places that brought them into being. Every year, they're celebrated on National Purebred Dog Day.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/national-purebred-dog-day/
| April 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
English Setter History: The Making of One of the Oldest Gun Dog Breeds
What kind of dog would prompt an acclaimed food critic and writer to open one of his last bottles of very expensive French wine? If the critic is Jim Harrison, the answer is simple: an English Setter. I remembered that on this very day a friend had sent afresh foie gras ... I ate it […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/english-setter-history-making-one-oldest-gun-dog-breeds/
| April 5, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
How to Train Your Dog to Run With You
Train your dog to run with you! Running is a fun way to spend time together and helps both of you stay in shape. Learn about our suggested running tips.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/train-dog-to-run-with-you/
| April 1, 2022
Press Releases
LABRADOR RETRIEVER CONTINUES ITS REIGN AS TOP DOG WHILE BULLDOG GETS BUMPED FROM TOP 5
No one can keep the Lab down! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced at a virtual press conference today at the AKC Museum of the Dog that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever is the nation’s favorite dog for the 31st consecutive year. While the loveable Lab remains a constant at the top of the charts, the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-continues-reign-top-dog-bulldog-gets-bumped-top-5/
| March 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2021
It goes without saying that in your house, your dog is the most popular. But what do the statistics say? The American Kennel Club has used registration data to compile the list of 2021’s most popular breeds. As always, the Labrador Retriever tops the list — this time for the 31st year! The Lab's temperament […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/most-popular-dog-breeds-of-2021/
| March 15, 2022
Pages
2022 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
In its endless pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were created and first awarded in 1999 to honor our best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our Sport on a national […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2022-lifetime-achievement-award-nominees/
| March 1, 2022
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Expert Advice: Events
Watch AKC Dog Sports on ESPN This Sunday
Not interested in watching the Big Game this Sunday? Want a break from football? Switch the channel to ESPN to enjoy highlights from the AKC National Championship at 8 p.m. ET and highlights from the AKC K9 Detection Dog Challenge at 9 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 13. Check your local provider for your channel. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/how-to-watch-akc-dog-sports-espn/
| February 9, 2022