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2018 Most Popular Dog Breeds
Breed Rank Retrievers (Labrador) 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 French Bulldogs 4 Bulldogs 5 Beagles 6 Poodles 7 Rottweilers 8 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 9 Yorkshire Terriers 10 Boxers 11 Dachshunds 12 Pembroke Welsh Corgis 13 Siberian Huskies 14 Australian Shepherds 15 Great Danes 16 Doberman Pinschers 17 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels […]
https://www.akc.org/most-popular-breeds/2018-full-list/
| March 26, 2019
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2019 Most Popular Dog Breeds
Breed Rank Retrievers (Labrador) 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 French Bulldogs 4 Bulldogs 5 Poodles 6 Beagles 7 Rottweilers 8 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 9 Pembroke Welsh Corgis 10 Dachshunds 11 Yorkshire Terriers 12 Australian Shepherds 13 Boxers 14 Siberian Huskies 15 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 16 Great Danes 17 Miniature […]
https://www.akc.org/most-popular-breeds/2019-full-list/
| September 14, 2021
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Expert Advice: News
Study Warns Peas May Be Linked to Canine Heart Disease
In August 2021, researchers from Tufts University published a study that indicated that peas may be a leading dog food ingredient contributing to a rise in diet-associated canine heart disease (DCM) in dogs. In the study, researchers compared traditional dog foods with those dog food diets that the FDA has associated with this canine heart […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/peas-linked-dcm-canine-heart-disease/
| August 10, 2021
Press Releases
2021 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2021 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 18 and Sunday, December 19, 2021. The 2021 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2021-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| February 11, 2021
Press Releases
Clifford W. Steele and Jeffrey Wright Hired as AKC Executive Field Representatives
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce that Clifford W. Steele and Jeffrey Wright have been hired as Executive Field Representatives in Conformation, with Mr. Steele covering the New England area, and Mr. Wright covering the Midwest. Both started their positions in July 2021. “Both Clifford and Jeffrey have been handling dogs for […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/clifford-w-steele-jeffrey-wright-hired-akc-executive-field-representatives/
| August 4, 2021
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Dog Breeds
English Cocker Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel lovers often use the word “merry” to describe their breed. Upbeat in the field and mellow at home, this compact, silky-coated bird dog is widely admired for his delightful personality and irresistible good looks.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/english-cocker-spaniel/
| November 6, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Born with a Deformity, Jordi the Three-Legged Dog Defies Odds
In November 2015, a 2-ounce Cocker Spaniel named Jordi was born. Her breeder, Kathy Korab, was not only shocked by her small size but by her leg as well. Her front right leg was deformed, folded in toward her body. On top of that, the mother had rejected the entire litter and all three puppies needed to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/born-with-deformity-jordi-defies-odds/
| October 3, 2019
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Sports & Events
2020 AKC Trick Dog National Competition Results
WINNER Debbi Snyder & Amos Hairy Pawter SEMI-FINALISTS Tracy Dulock & Gryffindor Indian Bones Sandi Taylor & Evie Evie’s Magical Dream Outstanding Performances from the 2020 AKC Trick Dog National Competition In addition to the competition winners listed above, here are some outstanding performances from 2020 (in random order). The performances ranged from a pre-COVID performance in an auditorium […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/2020-competition-results/
| December 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Teach Your Dog to Paint
Have you seen the TikTok dog painting challenge where pups use their tongues to paint? Tongue painting with your dog is a fun way to spend some time with them. Plus, the finished paintings make the perfect personalized gifts for your dog's favorite people, such as trainers, groomers, vets, friends, and family. Tongue Painting with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-diy-craft-how-to-teach-your-dog-to-paint/
| April 23, 2021
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Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Preventing Obesity in Senior Dogs
Like the humans who care for them, dogs are not exempt from the battle of the bulge; they, too, struggle with weight gain and the health problems that come along with carrying around extra pounds. “Dogs of all ages can be obese, although the greatest prevalence of obesity occurs in dogs between 5 and12 years […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/preventing-obesity-in-senior-dogs/
| April 6, 2021