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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Holidays Gifts for Dog Lovers: Shop by Price
You don't have to break the bank to find thoughtful, fun gifts for the dog lovers in your life. We have a wide range of unique gift items that are all about the dogs . . . and the humans who love them. Gifts Under $50 Illustrated Mugs From elaborate decoration to clean-lined modern design, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/holidays-gifts-dog-lovers-by-price/
| November 1, 2017
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Expert Advice: Feature
Team Joy Brings Special Persona to National Dog Show
They call themselves "The Joy Team," but when you see the Rogers girls at a dog show venue, you know it's all about commitment, competition, and character. And that's exactly what the audience will get with Sophia, 19; Emma and Faith, 13; and Julia, 9, at The National Dog Show presented by Purina on Nov. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/team-joy-special-persona-national-dog-show/
| November 13, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Allan Unleashed: Rehoming and Rescue Are Not Synonymous
A respected breeder-exhibitor suddenly loses her partner and decides to place a few dogs. It isn't urgent, but a priority, as she makes some important changes in learning to live alone and care for her dogs single-handedly. A friend who is active in rescue offers to help her find suitable new owners. A few months […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/allan-unleashed-rehoming-and-rescue-are-not-synonymous/
| October 3, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Allan Unleashed: Welcoming the Newbies
A friend recently posted a short video on Facebook that warmed my heart. If we could all follow her example in the coming year, it would make our dog show world a better, more welcoming place. A young girl visiting the prestigious Kennel Club of Philadelphia dog show the week before Thanksgiving made her way […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/allan-unleashed-welcoming-the-newbies/
| December 1, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Allan Unleashed: Paying It Forward in the New Year
For most active breeders-exhibitors, it's hard to find enough hours in the day. Between juggling work, family, and the many responsibilities associated with raising show dogs, downtime is a luxury. The Christmas/Hanukkah/New Year's break thankfully allows us to pause and reflect on the year that has passed, and where we want to set our sights […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/allan-unleashed-paying-forward-new-year/
| January 2, 2017
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Header image courtesy of Lenni Cipriotti, AKC Breeder of Merit The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen, or GBGV, is a rare breed in the United States. He is energetic, curious, and always makes his presence known. Here are more interesting facts about the GBGV: 1. They Come From France If you're familiar with the French language, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-things-grand-basset-griffon-vendeen/
| March 28, 2017
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Friends and Vets Helping Pets Foundation Brings Precious Smiles to Many
For years her Vizslas’ successes in dog sports have produced many smiles and good vibes for Cathy Cline, of North Hollywood, Calif., but those memories don’t compare to the unshakable happiness triggered by Friends and Vets Helping Pets (FVHP), the foundation she started in 2012. Yes, there have been plenty of hand-wringing, frustrating moments, too, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/friends-vets-helping-pets-foundation-brings-precious-smiles-many%e2%80%8b/
| February 1, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Judging Program Now Available for 2015 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship Dog Show Dec. 12-13
The Judging Program for the 2015 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship all-breed dog show is now available, including details on when breeds will be competing in the various rings as well as other information. The show takes place Dec. 12–13 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. This year's event has drawn a record entry, with 4,670 dogs entered to compete for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/judging-program-for-2015-national-championship-dog-show/
| February 1, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Dogs for War
TEXT AND ILLUSTRATIONS BY RIA HÖRTER REPRINTED FROM THE CANINE CHRONICLE During war time, dogs have been used as messenger dogs, patrol dogs, guard dogs, mine dogs, Red Cross dogs or as draught dogs for the transportation of weapons, ammunition, food and medical supplies. No role at all Numerous dog books state that Greek and Roman […]
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| February 1, 2018
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Service, Therapy, and Working Dogs
Humans aren’t the only members of the workforce! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) celebrates the evolution of our canine coworkers – what jobs they were originally bred to perform and what work you can see them doing now. Dogs go above and beyond each and every day, not only as beloved family pets, but as […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/service-therapy-working-dogs/
| January 31, 2018