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Competition/Titles Update Winter 2024
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY Agility Grand Championship (AGCH) AGCH MACH6 Mister Tedley MXS2 PDS MJS2 PJD PJDP MFG TQX T2B6 ACT2 TKA owned by Kathy Crain of […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-winter-2024/
| March 14, 2024
![2022 AKC Rally National Champion: OTCH9 HC AGCH MACH5 RACH Norwood Color Me Zayne UDX9 OGM RM3 RAE3 HSAd HSBd HXAd HXBd MXC PDS MJC PJS MFG TQX T2B5 (Border Collie) and handler Kim Berkley. 2022 AKC Rally National Championship, held July 8, at the Roberts Centre/Royal Canin Ring in Wilmington, OH.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/10155027/070822_RNC_97802-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Study Measuring Canine Intelligence Ranks Breeds as the Smartest
Every dog owner thinks their dog is intelligent. In flashes of brilliance, your dog lets you know what time it is because he wants dinner and runs to...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/smartest-dog-breeds/
| March 13, 2024
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AKC DNA + Health Kit – Included Tests
Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center All AKC DNA + Health Kits include: The AKC DNA Profile of 201 markers for genetic identity and parentage verification purposes 328 genetic variants for health and traits, including coat color Results are delivered by our trusted service provider (Neogen) with the […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/akc-dna-health-kit-included-tests/
| March 12, 2024
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Breed-Specific DNA Testing Recommendations
Test for what is recommended for your breed. Order AKC DNA + Health Kit The AKC DNA Program recommends that breeders perform DNA tests that are relevant to their breed. The AKC DNA + Health Kit includes over 328 markers for health and traits, and every dog receives results for all tests. However, not all […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/breed-specific-dna-testing-recommendations/
| March 12, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Despite Cancer Diagnosis, ‘Sadie’ Competes at AKC National Agility Championship
"Sadie," a Flat-Coated Retriever, doesn't show signs of the her canine cancer. Despite having hemangiosarcoma, she still loves to run agility.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/national-agility-championship-sadie-flat-coated-retriever/
| March 11, 2024
Press Releases
AKC FAMILY DOG MAGAZINE HONORED BY DOG WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) has honored the AKC Family Dog magazine. In the DWAA’s annual writing competition, the magazine earned a total of seven Maxwells and special awards, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-family-dog-magazine-honored-dog-writers-association-america/
| March 7, 2024
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Expert Advice: Health
How Much Mental and Physical Exercise Do Puppies Need?
New puppies are curious and full of energy, but how much exercise does a puppy need? Mental and physical exercise depends, but both are important for growing puppies.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppies-mental-physical-exercise/
| March 1, 2024
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Expert Advice: Health
Is Your Dog Noise Sensitive? Sources of Anxiety You May Not Even Notice
Home sweet home may mean peace and quiet to you. But to your dog, the same home could sound like a marching band. Dogs hear many high-frequency noises...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-noise-sensitive/
| February 29, 2024
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Expert Advice: Health
Hyperthyroidism in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Although hyperthyroidism in dogs is a relatively rare disease, it can have serious consequences for a dog's health and life expectancy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hyperthyroidism-in-dogs/
| February 29, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
What to Do If Your Dog Has a Loose Tooth
It's normal for puppies to lose their primary teeth. For an adult dog, a loose or wiggly tooth can be the result of an injury or a sign of dental...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-loose-tooth/
| February 27, 2024