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Expert Advice: News
Most Popular Dog Breeds – Full Ranking List
Breed 2018 Rank 2017 Rank 2016 Rank 2015 Rank 2014 Rank Labrador Retrievers 1 1 1 1 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 2 2 2 2 Golden Retrievers 3 3 3 3 3 French Bulldogs 4 4 6 6 9 Bulldogs 5 5 4 4 4 Beagles 6 6 5 5 5 Poodles 7 7 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-full-ranking-list/
| March 28, 2019
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Competition Update Spring 2020
Competition & Title Updates We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, and Tracking, including another Champion Tracker! Agility AGCH Congratulations to this dog for earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH MACH3 Tuckman Of San Francisco MXC PDS MJB2 […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-update-spring-2020/
| May 8, 2020
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Expert Advice: News
The Lab is the Most Popular Dog Breed in the U.S. – For Record 29th Straight Year!
There just seems to be no stopping the Labrador Retriever! For a record 29th year (2019), the versatile sporting breed reigns supreme on the American Kennel Club registry list, a run like no other breed has seen in the record books. Changes in the top ten Little changed in the top ten standings from 2018. Following […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-most-popular-breed-29th-year-row/
| May 1, 2020
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Becoming Raven from AKC Family Dog July 2019
Learning Objectives Students will annotate the text and answer questions about the text, citing the text as evidence. Grade Levels Grades 5-6 Common Core Standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.2 Determine a central idea of a text and […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/article-of-the-week/becoming-raven-july-2019/
| December 12, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
Beyond Iditarod: The History and Future of Sled Dogs
When you think of sled dogs, your mind may go straight to the legendary dog races, such as the Iditarod, in which teams of beautiful huskies pull mushers (the sport's term for the sled drivers) through ice and snow. It's a stunning thing to watch, but there's much more to sled dogs' history than just […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/beyond-iditarod-the-history-and-future-of-sled-dogs/
| January 30, 2020
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
8 Pawesome Tributes for Dog Lovers in NYC
The newly-opened AKC Museum of the Dog in New York City makes Manhattan a must-visit destination for dog-lovers. But what other dog exhibits already exist around the city? You can easily spend an entire day at these New York City dog tributes — you might even need a weekend! While all eight locations are sure […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/8-pawesome-tributes-dog-lovers-nyc/
| February 8, 2019
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
How To Help Your Dog Avoid Cancer
"Cancer" — that dreaded word that nobody wants to hear. But as a leading cause of death in dogs, it's a reality all too many owners may have to face. Sadly, many cancers have a genetic basis, meaning there's not much owners can do to avoid it in their dogs. Yet there are certain choices […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-help-your-dog-avoid-cancer/
| March 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
No Bones About It: When You & Your Partner Disagree On Which Dog To Get
For many couples or families, deciding to get a dog is an easy choice. However, agreeing with your partner on what size or breed of dog to acquire can be a lot more difficult. Part of what makes this choice potentially fraught with conflict is that dog lovers often don't use rationale, according to Dr. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/when-your-partner-disagrees-on-your-desired-dog/
| February 25, 2020
Press Releases
“Mush! A Tribute to Sled Dogs From Arctic Exploration to the Iditarod” Exhibit to Open at the AKC Museum of the Dog
The AKC Museum of the Dog is pleased to announce its next exhibition opening this winter. “Mush! A Tribute to Sled Dogs from Arctic Exploration to the Iditarod” will run from January 7th through March 29th. This exhibit aims to educate visitors about the history of sled dogs across the globe. The efforts of these […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/mush-tribute-sled-dogs-arctic-exploration-iditarod-exhibit-open-akc-museum-dog/
| January 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Assessing Quality of Life: End of Life Decisions for Sport Dogs
Sassafras Lowrey is an award-winning author and Certified Trick Dog Instructor. Sassafras’ books have been honored by organizations ranging from the American Library Association to the Lambda Literary Foundation. The death of a dog is devastating to any owner. When you're involved in dog sports and that dog is also your teammate, the loss can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/quality-of-life-sport-dogs-end-of-life-decisions/
| December 20, 2019