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The American Kennel Club and AKC Pet Insurance Announce Breeder Rewards Program
The American Kennel Club (AKC) and AKC Pet Insurance are pleased to announce the launch of the AKC Breeder Rewards Program. The program is designed to reward breeders who promote responsible dog ownership. Beginning November 10th, breeders who register their litters with the AKC can earn up to $10 per puppy for encouraging owners to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-akc-pet-insurance-announce-breeder-rewards-program/
| November 11, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
12-Year-Old Chinese Crested “Laars” Makes Obedience History
Marsha showed her first obedience dog in 1979 — a Scottish Terrier who went on to earn her Utility title. It didn't take long for her to get hooked on the sport, and she soon started training Shetland Sheepdogs (one of which went on to earn an OTCH.) In 1993, Marsha was showing a Shetland Sheepdog but […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/chinese-crested-laars-obedience-history/
| November 10, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Facts You May Not Know
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are the ideal combination of a warmth and gentleness and the athleticism and spirit of a hunter. All in a toy-sized package!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/fun-facts-cavalier-king-charles-spaniel/
| November 6, 2020
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
Accounting for Taste: What Do Dogs Find Most Delicious?
Your dog’s tongue is his stomach’s gatekeeper. By recognizing some foods as yum and others as yuck, it encourages him to eat high-calorie foods and discourages him from scarfing down poison. If you look in your dog’s mouth (and yours too) you’ll see lots of small bumps called papillae, each of which contains clusters of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/accounting-taste-probing-mysteries-dogs-find-delicious/
| November 5, 2020
Expert Advice: Training
Changing Your Dog’s Behavior With Desensitization and Counterconditioning
With desensitization and counterconditioning, you can change your dog's negative emotions to positive ones.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/changing-your-dogs-behavior-with-desensitization-and-counter-conditioning/
| November 2, 2020
Press Releases
The AKC National Championship Breed Judging Available for Livestreaming
$5 Weekend viewing pass available for all day viewing December 12th and 13th In light of the necessary safety changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Kennel Club is pleased to offer a viewing solution to enhance the experience of the 20th annual AKC National Championship: daytime conformation breed judging in all rings […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-breed-judging-available-live-streaming/
| November 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Dog Athletes of the Month: Kahlua and Whiskey Advance Through Dog Sports
The first time Za'Ria Thomas took Kahlua paddle boarding, Kahlua was petrified. The Miniature American Shepherd has a thin undercoat, so the chilly California water quickly makes her cold. Unlike her 15-month-old brother, Whiskey, a true water dog who loves jumping off paddleboards and swimming, 20-month-old Kahlua likes to stay on the board and out […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-athlete-of-the-month-kahlua-and-whiskey/
| November 1, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
TSC Tips! Helpful Hints from Tractor Supply Company
If you’re expecting a litter you probably want to be able keep an eye on them even when you’re not in the room. Tractor Supply Company has you covered with the Ideal Pet Vision Live HD Camera available to order at https://www.tractorsupply.com/! This camera uses your home WiFi signal to connect to an app or […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/tsc-tips-helpful-hints-tractor-supply-company-6/
| October 29, 2020
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Announces Winner of the Third ‘AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge’
West Highland White Terrier takes ‘Best in Show’ The American Kennel Club is happy to announce the winner of the third AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. The event garnered 217 entries. CH Wildwoods I Can't Drive 55 RI CGCA TKP a West Highland White Terrier known as “Hemi,” was awarded Best in Show by AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-winner-third-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/
| October 29, 2020
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Expert Advice: Juniors
Tiny Trainers: What Happens When Five Children Take On Dog Training?
It’s an unforgiving 30 degrees below zero on one of the coldest days the Rollins family can ever remember. Twenty-five acres of frozen white fields surround their home in Glenwood City, Wisconsin. In this weather, it makes perfect sense to stay indoors, but 5-year-old Nate Rollins has other ideas. Nate is bound and determined to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/tiny-trainers-happens-five-children-take-dog-training-magic/
| October 23, 2020