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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the American English Coonhound
The American English Coonhound is an extremely active and athletic breed. Full of energy and personality, they are great dogs for people with active lifestyles. Here are some interesting facts about the American English Coonhound: 1. They Were Bred to Hunt Raccoons The word "coon" in the breed's name refers to raccoon. But the American […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-facts-american-english-coonhound/
| March 15, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the Rat Terrier
The Rat Terrier is a relatively new breed that has experienced some highs and lows during its history. Let's take a look at how Rat Terriers became the energetic, loyal, family dogs they are today. Here are six interesting facts about the Rat Terrier: 1. They Used to Be Wildly Popular With Farmers In the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-rat-terrier/
| October 19, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Things You Didn’t Know About the Clumber Spaniel
The Clumber Spaniel looks like a more rugged version of the Cocker Spaniel, but the two breeds are very different. The Clumber is a rare breed with mysterious origins. Here are some interesting facts about Clumber Spaniels: 1. No One Is Sure Where They Are From There is a theory that the Clumber Spaniel began […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-facts-about-the-clumber-spaniel/
| February 22, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Little Dog, Giant Personality: the Miniature Pinscher
There is a lot to love about Miniature Pinschers, aka the "King of Toys," aka "Mr. Personality," and we’ll get to that in a minute. But first let’s clear up a few misconceptions and point out some salient characteristics of the breed. 1. The Miniature Pinscher is NOT a miniature version of the Doberman […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-min-pin-facts/
| March 8, 2017
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
18 Things You’ll Need If You Plan To Travel With Your Dog This Summer
Summer is vacation time and it's even better when our canine buddies can come along. After all, dogs love vacations, too. So, whether you're preparing for a long car ride, camping and hiking, a wide sandy beach, or a visit with old friends, here's some gear that will make traveling with your dog a lot […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/things-if-you-plan-to-travel-with-your-dog/
| May 24, 2016
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever Is Once Again America’s Most Popular Dog
BREED 2015 2014 2013 Retrievers (Labrador) 1 1 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 2 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 3 3 Bulldogs 4 4 5 Beagles 5 5 4 French Bulldogs 6 9 11 Yorkshire Terriers 7 6 6 Poodles 8 7 8 Rottweilers 9 10 9 Boxers 10 8 7 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 11 12 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-is-once-again-americas-most-popular-dog/
| February 22, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
10 Fun Facts About AKC’s Newest Italian Breeds
Bergamasco (AKC recognition January 1, 2015) The breed’s traffic-stopping dreadlocks are called flocks. (For the Puli and Komondor, they’re called cords.) The flocks begin to form naturally, but during the first year, owners have to be vigilant about separating the mats. Once grown, they’re easy to maintain. At the AKC’s 2015 Meet The Breeds, the Bergamasco […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/columbus-day-cuties-italian-breeds/
| October 9, 2015
Expert Advice: Feature
Louis Murr: The Tsar of Spring Valley
After much coaxing from a friend, a Greenwich Village antiques dealer reluctantly agreed to attend the Westminster Kennel Club show. If on that cold day in 1920 the antiques dealer had been more adamant or the friend less persuasive, a great career in dogs might never have been. “It was my first show and I […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/the-tsar-of-spring-valley/
| July 7, 2015
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Allan Unleashed: Are You Cut Out to Be a Mentor?
You’re a successful breeder-exhibitor who’s been involved in the sport for 30 years, with scores of homebred champions to your credit. You have held positions on your parent club’s board and are a respected judge of your breed. One day, you receive an email from an up-and-coming fancier whom you’ve met once or twice, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/are-you-cut-out-to-be-mentor/
| September 1, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
Allan Unleashed: The Role of the Dedicated Dog Breeder: Custodian or Control Freak?
Opinion: Nothing is more frustrating to a dedicated breeder-exhibitor than hearing that a wonderful owner with unlimited potential in the sport has purchased a dog from a commercial kennel. After all, your breed parent club works hard to update its website and offer a cornucopia of relevant information. You attend dog shows regularly, breed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dedicated-dog-breeder-custodian-or-control-freak/
| July 10, 2017