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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Why Does My Dog Kick The Grass After Pooping?
When you let your dog outdoors to take care of business and notice them kicking grass, sand, and dirt behind them, it's easy to think that the behavior is just a way to keep their area clean. In truth, it's actually a safety mechanism and an important part of how dogs communicate as a species. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-kicks-poop-behavior/
| September 22, 2020
Products & Services
Forms for Titles
VHM Checklist - Puppy VHM Checklist – Adult VHM Title Application To apply for your title via the new online (secure) portal so you can track it, use the link below. This is also a much faster method. https://www.apps.akc.org/title-application-portal/
https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-family-dog-program/virtual-home-manners/forms-for-titles/
| September 21, 2020
Products & Services
VHM Tests Items in Action
Adult Virtual Home Manners Final Video Puppy Virtual Home Manners
https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-family-dog-program/virtual-home-manners/videos-vhm-tests/
| September 21, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Disney Dog Names
Are you a Disney fanatic? Do you eat, sleep, and breathe all things "Beauty and the Beast" or maybe "Finding Nemo"? Or perhaps you're just a casual Disney fan who loves a good classic and a name like "Meeko." Either way, when you're looking for a name for your new puppy, there's no better place […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/disney-dog-names/
| September 21, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Celebrate Your Dog’s Birthday
Whether it's your dog's first birthday or their sweet 16, you'll want to celebrate. This guide can help you plan a great day for your beloved dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-birthday/
| September 20, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues September 2020
AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2020 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of issues we are currently addressing on the federal level include: U.S. Congress […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-september-2020/
| September 18, 2020
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues September 2020
The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced in your city or county. We will provide you with resources and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/local-issues-september-2020/
| September 18, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Joseph & Brenna Carlisle of Heritage Hounds
Joseph and Brenna Carlisle are AKC Breeders of Merit Bronze and AKC Bred with HEART breeders. Their kennel, Heritage Hounds, is located on about 80 acres just outside of Birmingham, Alabama. Brenna has bred and shown Standard Longhaired Dachshunds her whole life, and Joseph has bred Treeing Walker Coonhounds and competed in competition hunts with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-joseph-brenna-carlisle-heritage-hounds/
| September 16, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Earn Titles at Home with these AKC Virtual Opportunities
AKC’s Virtual Title program has been a big hit, and it’s easy to see why: there is a lot to enjoy! Though dog shows are being held again, they are still few and far between. An excellent way to get your puppy buyers interested in competing and enjoying AKC dog sports is to encourage them […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/earn-titles-home-akc-virtual-opportunities/
| September 16, 2020
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Expert Advice: Juniors
Buddy’s Gift: How An Old Cocker Spaniel on Craigslist Sparked a Boy’s Dog Show Career
It all started about seven years ago, when Jim Moritz, a mailman from Somerdale, New Jersey, was browsing Craigslist. “It was 11:30 at night, and I saw him there,” Jim recalls. “I said, ‘Oh my gosh. He’s so cute.’ ” The face that caught his eye—and captured his heart—was Buddy, an 8-year-old Cocker Spaniel whose […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/buddys-gift-old-cocker-spaniel-craigslist-guided-whole-new-world/
| September 15, 2020