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Agility League Spotlight: All Corgi Team at the Top of the Rankings
The spotlight shines on a special team that is composed of all Corgis. All 4 One, based at Zen Dog Agility in Utah, has three Cardigans and one Pembroke. But don’t let those short legs fool you. This team puts in some great times and last season, joined by an Aussie teammate, won the Limited […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/agility-league-spotlight-corgi-team-top-rankings/
| July 25, 2024
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Keep Your Dog Entertained Indoors
Cold temperatures and inclement weather can make it hard to do normal activities outdoor with your dog. Learn how to keep your dog entertained indoors.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-keep-your-dog-entertained-indoors/
| March 16, 2020
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Train a Fearful Dog
Need help training your fearful dog? Here are some tips for helping your dog through their fears and anxiety from the AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-train-fearful-dog/
| March 24, 2021
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Expert Advice: Tricks
How to Teach Your Dog to ‘Jump For Joy’ on Cue
It's time to jump for joy! With this fun trick, your dog will be jumping straight up in the air on cue. Here's how to teach your dog to jump.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/jump-for-joy-teach-your-dog-to-bounce/
| September 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Teach Your Dog Emotional Self-Control
Emotional self-control, also known as impulse control, is something most dogs need to be taught. Here's how to teach your dog self-control.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teaching-your-dog-self-control/
| November 19, 2020
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Expert Advice: Agility
How to Watch the 2024 AKC Agility Premier Cup
The 2024 AKC Agility Premier Cup, presented by YuMOVE, which will premiere on Sunday, July 28 at noon ESPN, featuring some of the best Agility dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/watch-akc-agility-dog-premier-cup/
| July 18, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
How to Teach Your Dog to Weave Through Your Legs
One of the more impressive dog tricks is the leg weave. Although it takes coordination, this remarkable move is easier to train than you might think.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-leg-weave/
| June 21, 2021
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Expert Advice: Tricks
How to Teach Your Dog to Kiss on Cue
There are three main ways to teach your dog or puppy to kiss you on cue. Here's a step-by-step on how to teach this fun trick!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-your-dog-to-kiss-on-cue/
| March 5, 2021
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2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
The AKC Lifetime Achievement Awards were created to recognize those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the sport of purebred dogs on a national level. The recipients were selected by votes cast by AKC Member Clubs for nominees in each of the following categories: Conformation, Companion Events and Performance Events. The American Kennel Club […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/recipients/2023/
| March 19, 2024
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Teach Your Dog to Nose Target or ‘Touch’
Teaching your dog touch through nose targeting is a useful behavior. It can help lure certain body positions and more. Here's how to teach your dog touch.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-dog-nose-target-touch/
| January 20, 2021