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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Senior Papillon ‘Focus’ Continues to Be a Prize-Winning Agility Competitor
The oldest competitor at the AKC Agility Premier Cup, Papillon "Focus", and his housemates, bring owner Brenda Kautz comfort after a devastating loss.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/agility-premier-cup-papillon-focus/
| July 23, 2024
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Expert Advice: Obedience
Kori Bevis and ‘Baker’ Win AKC National Obedience Championship for Third Year in a Row
The most obedient dogs gathered for the 2024 AKC National Obedience Championship in Ohio, but only one took home the champion title.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-national-obedience-championship-winners-2024/
| July 21, 2024
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Expert Advice: AKC Rally
Three-Legged ‘Goose’ Competes On the Largest AKC Rally Stage
Elizabeth Fritz and her All-American Dog 'Goose,' who had three legs, competed at the 2024 AKC Rally National Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-rally-national-championship-goose-all-american-dog/
| July 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: AKC Rally
Meet ‘Zuko,’ Winner of the 2024 AKC Rally National Championship
Over 800 dogs competed at the 2024 AKC Rally National Championship (RNC), but only one dog was crowned the 11th annual AKC Rally National Champion.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-rally-national-championship-winners-2024/
| July 19, 2024
Legislative Alerts
CDC’s Dog Import Rule: Share Your Concerns with CDC and Congress
On August 1, 2024, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement new restrictions and requirements for the entry of dogs into the U.S. Anyone planning to bring a dog into the U.S. in the near future should familiarize themselves with upcoming import policy changes. The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes the serious […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/cdcs-dog-import-rule-share-concerns-cdc-congress/
| July 19, 2024
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Expert Advice: AKC Rally
16, Going On 17: ‘Kate’ Is the Oldest Dog at the AKC Rally National Championship
At 16 years old, "Kate" the All-American Dog (Hrh Katherine Elizabeth Roonie RN FITB) will be the oldest dog competing at the AKC Rally National Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-rally-national-championship-kate/
| July 18, 2024
Legislative Alerts
California Update on Bills Impacting Dog Owners
The month of July is known as “Summer Recess” in the California Legislature. In advance of the Legislature returning to Sacramento on August 5, below are status updates for bills the American Kennel Club (AKC) continues to track this session. To see the complete list of bills you can do so by checking the AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-update-bills-impacting-dog-owners-10/
| July 17, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Indiana Update: Indianapolis Intact Dog Registry Advances to Full Council
An Indianapolis City-County Council committee has advanced a proposal to require all owners of intact dogs to register and comply with certain requirements for care and breeding. It is expected to be considered by the full council in August. View AKC’s previous alert for more information on the proposal, or you can read it in […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/indiana-update-indianapolis-intact-dog-registry-advances-full-council/
| July 17, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Save on Dog Essentials With Amazon Prime Day Dog Deals
Amazon Prime Day is here! Save on things you need or want for your dog. We've rounded up these Amazon Prime Day dog deals on favorite products.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/amazon-prime-day-dog-deals/
| July 16, 2024
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Expert Advice: Obedience
‘Redheaded’ Golden Retriever Is Oldest Dog at 2024 AKC National Obedience Championship
Golden Retriever 'Mila' is the oldest dog competing in AKC's National Obedience Championship, but her enthusiasm and energy is still going strong.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-national-obedience-championship-mila-golden-retriever/
| July 15, 2024