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Group Honorees Named for the 2013 American Kennel Club Breeder of the Year Award
In an ongoing campaign to recognize the hard work and commitment of breeders dedicated to improving the health, temperament and quality of purebred dogs, the American Kennel Club® announced today the seven group recipients of the 2013 AKC® Breeder of the Year Award. “The AKC Breeder of the Year Award celebrates several of AKC’s […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/group-honorees-named-for-the-2013-american-kennel-club-breeder-of-the/
| September 3, 2013
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Highlights From The July 2013 AKC Board Meeting
New York, NY – Highlights from the July 22-23, 2013 meeting of the AKC Board of Directors are as follows. Full details on these actions, as well as other actions taken, are included in the minutes for the meetings, which will be posted on the AKC website. The Board appointed the Nominating Committee, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/highlights-from-the-july-2013-akc-board-meeting/
| July 24, 2013
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
It’s What’s Up Front That Counts
If we wish to achieve our goal of breeding quality dogs in fewer numbers, we must set our sights on producing and rewarding dogs with correct front-end assemblies. In a previous Gazette column I discussed front-end assembly and the problems associated with incorrect, upright shoulders. Because so many world-class dog people are concerned about the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/its-whats-up-front-that-counts/
| June 3, 2013
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The American Kennel Club Awards the 2013 Junior Scholarships
New York, NY – Nineteen outstanding students from 14 states have been awarded American Kennel Club® (AKC®) Junior Scholarships for 2013. The scholarships – ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 – are offered annually to high school, college and graduate school students. “This year’s scholarship recipients have distinguished themselves through their commitment to academics, their […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-awards-the-2013-junior-scholarships/
| April 25, 2013
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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
Bug Off: Tips on Keeping Critters Away From Your Dog
Fleas, ticks and mosquitos are not only irritating for your dog, but they can be harmful too. Here's how to keep these pesky bugs away from your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/keeping-bugs-away-from-your-dog/
| April 12, 2013
Press Releases
Bryan Martin Hired As Executive Field Representative
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Bryan Martin has been hired as an Executive Field Representative. He will join the staff on April 15, 2013 and will be based in the Portland, Oregon area. "Bryan brings a broad base of knowledge to the position of Executive Field Representative, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/bryan-martin-hired-as-executive-field-representative/
| April 5, 2013
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Sit and Watch: For Dogs Who Lunge on Leash
In the official Canine Good Citizen book, "CITIZEN CANINE," I described a procedure that I called "Sit and Watch." This is for dogs who lunge on leash when they see other dogs, or for dogs who become overly excited when other dogs pass by. It works like this: Teach your dog to sit-stay in a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/sit-and-watch/
| January 28, 2013
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AKC/Eukanuba National Championship To Air February 2nd on ABC Television Network
Watch Top Dogs Compete for Best in Show and $225,000 in Cash and Prizes The 12th edition of the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, featuring the country’s premier dogs vying for the biggest dog show prize in the world and special features like a ceremony honoring hero dogs, will air on ABC on Saturday, February 2nd at […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-eukanuba-national-championship-to-air-february-2nd-on-abc-televisi/
| January 16, 2013
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Wire Fox Terrier ‘Sky’ Wins Best in Show at Twelfth AKC/Eukanuba National Championship
National Champion Beats Thousands of Dogs from All 50 States and Over 50 Countries National Obedience Champion and Best Junior Handler are Repeat Winners! Orlando, FL (Dec. 16, 2012) – The AKC/Eukanuba National Championship Best in Show honors and $50,000 in prize money went to GCH CH Afterall Painting the Sky, a Wire […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/wire-fox-terrier-sky-wins-best-in-show-at-twelfth-akc-eukanuba-nationa/
| December 16, 2012
Press Releases
James W. Smith Named 2012 AKC Breeder of the Year
Award Presented at AKC/Eukanuba National Championship James W. Smith of North Collins, NY was honored with the 2012 AKC Breeder of the Year Award for his Absolutely Smooth Fox Terriers at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship on Sunday, December 16, 2012. The annual award honors those breeders who have dedicated their lives to improving the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/james-w-smith-named-2012-akc-breeder-of-the-year/
| December 16, 2012