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Gander Raises Awareness of Service Dogs Healing Magic
Gander Raises Awareness of Service Dogs’ Healing Magic When the 2014 winners of the AKC Humane Fund Awards of Canine Excellence (ACE) were presented at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championships, the roll call included a former shelter dog who almost lost his life and a military veteran who nearly took his own life. Gander […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/former-shelter-dog-first-mixed-breed-to-earn-ace-award/
| March 11, 2015
Legislative Alerts
Minnesota Bill Seeks to Modify Use of Certain Hunting Traps that Could Harm Dogs, Require Reporting
A bill pending in the Minnesota Senate seeks to modify requirements for and uses of certain traps used in hunting, and would require the reporting of pets or companion animals discovered to have been ensnared. The bill, Senate File 1325, will be considered by the Senate Environment and Energy Committee's Subcommittee on Fish and Wildlife […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/minnesota-senate-file-1325/
| March 9, 2015
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AKC Canine Partners™ FAQs
Benefits of Joining Enrolling in the AKC Canine Partners℠ program makes the most of life with your dog. Once you've taken the step of enrolling, all kinds of fun dog activities become available. AKC Canine Partners Programs℠ Official Certificate An official certificate from the American Kennel Club honoring your dog. Eligibility to participate in Agility, […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/why-join/
| March 5, 2015
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Expert Advice: Conformation
A Mentor to Help You Learn More About Dogs
By Love Banghart As you become involved with a new breed, it helps to seek out an individual who can share their knowledge and experience with you. Having a mentor is very much like having a good friend in a foreign country. They speak the language of the country. They know where to find the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/a-mentor-to-help-you-learn-more-about-dogs/
| February 27, 2015
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Expert Advice: Events
New York City Goes to the Dogs at AKC Meet the Breeds
From Akitas to Xoloitzcuintlis and everything in between, the Westminster Kennel Club presented for the first time AKC Meet the Breeds® brought to you by Purina® Pro Plan® on Saturday, February 14th at Pier 92 in New York City. Dog lovers had the opportunity to interact with hundreds of cuddly canines at the 6th […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/new-york-city-goes-to-the-dogs-at-akc-meet-the-breeds/
| February 14, 2015
Expert Advice: News
The Big Guys: A Labor Day Video Salute to Working Dogs
No velvet pillows, hair ribbons, or French pedicures for these big bruisers. These are the no-nonsense, punch-the-clock-and-get-it-done dogs of the AKC Working Group, the Ford pickups of the canine kingdom. Many factors go into breeding dogs that work hard for their feed. Let’s consider a few, and then watch some well-bred workers in action. Physical […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labor-day-working-dogs/
| February 9, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Why Some Dogs Need to Go Back to School
We've all been there. Your perfectly behaved, well-mannered dog seems to have amnesia because he refuses to follow any of your commands. So why do trained dogs go off the rails? Read this list of some of the most common training sabotages so that they won’t happen to you, and if they do, you’ll know how […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-some-dogs-need-to-go-back-to-school/
| February 9, 2015
Legislative Alerts
Support New Jersey Resolution Endorsing AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Program
New Jersey Senate Resolution 102, sponsored by Senator Jeff Van Drew, endorses the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen Program and supports its efforts to promote responsible dog ownership. The resolution will be considered by the Senate Economic Growth Committee on Thursday, January 29. AKC encourages all New Jersey residents to contact the members of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nj-cgc-2015-jan/
| January 26, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Do Dogs Like Hugs?
Dogs, really do not like hugs. While some dogs, especially those trained as therapy dogs, can tolerate it, in general, dogs do not enjoy this interaction. Dogs rely on body language as a method of communication with humans and each other. Putting a limb over another dog is a way of exerting dominance and can be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/do-dogs-like-hugs/
| January 20, 2015
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Are Your Dogs Protected?
By Robin Tingley, English Cocker Spaniel Club of America Are your dogs protected? Of course they are, you are thinking—you keep up with all vet checks, vaccinate according to best practices, microchip, and do health testing. You are careful with whom you place your puppies, and you follow their welfare. But what if something happens to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/are-your-dogs-protected/
| January 15, 2015