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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Get to Know the Pointer Breeds
Originally bred as hunting companions, pointing breeds excel at tracking upland game for their owners. So which dogs are pointers, and what did they originally do?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/sporting-group-pointer-breeds/
| August 7, 2023
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Primitive Dog Breeds: Understanding These Ancient Aboriginal Canines
"Primitive," "aboriginal," "village," and "landrace" are a few of the terms archaeologists use to describe the world's oldest canine breeds. But what does it mean if a dog breed is primitive?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/primitive-dog-breeds/
| August 4, 2023
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Fun Facts About the Boxer
There are so many reasons to fall in love with a Boxer. Consider that powerful body, expressive face, clownish sense of humor, innate intelligence, and intense attachment to their owners. If you haven’t fallen in love yet, some of these interesting Boxer facts may do the trick. Even seasoned Boxer owners may learn a few […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/boxer-facts-you-might-not-know/
| November 6, 2020
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
30 Fun and Fascinating Dog Facts
Here at the AKC, we never get tired of learning more about dogs, whether it's a new study on canine behavior, a statistic from our database, or even just cool facts about a dog's impressive physical and mental abilities. You may know some of these already, and others may be more of a "wait, really?" […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-facts/
| April 19, 2021
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES THE CREATION OF THE ‘AKC PUREBRED PRESERVATION BANK’
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the formation of the AKC Purebred Preservation Bank, a 501 C3, not-for-profit canine genetic material repository primarily focused on frozen semen. The mission of the AKC Purebred Preservation Bank (AKCPPB) is to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-creation-akc-purebred-preservation-bank/
| July 31, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Owner-Handler Brings Passion for Gordon Setters to AKC Rally National Championship
Kathy Hubbard owns and handles two of the three Gordon Setters competing in this year's AKC Rally National Championships. Meet AKC Rally stars Jesse and Gibson!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/kathy-hubbard-akc-rally-national-championship/
| June 9, 2023
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Why Do Dogs Howl to Music? You Can Thank Their Ancestors
Have you ever cranked up the radio during your favorite song or played a piece on the piano, only to have your dog seemingly sing along? It’s not uncommon to hear dogs howl along to music. In fact, YouTube is filled with videos of dogs showing off their vocal prowess. But why do they do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-do-dogs-howl-to-music/
| February 27, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Get to Know the Spectacular Spitz Breeds
If you live in a region with harsh winter weather, then you may want to consider a spitz breed. Many of these dogs were bred for life in arctic climates and originated in Scandinavia, Russia, North America, and Asia. The word “spitz” in German means "pointed." Physically, most spitz breeds have a wolf-like appearance that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/spitz-dog-breeds/
| June 14, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Fun Facts About the Portuguese Water Dog
The Portuguese Water Dog is a happily energetic, athletic, and affectionate dog. They're a perfect combination of working dog, loving companion, and ace athlete. Here are things to know about this beautiful bred. 1. They Have a Long History of Working With Fishermen The PWD has an ancient history as a working dog and fisherman's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/portuguese-water-dog-facts/
| August 23, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Top 10 Breeds of the 1980s
The number-one breed of the 1940s, the Cocker Spaniel, enjoyed a renaissance in the 1980s, climbing to the number-one position. The breed was the most popular dog in the nation from 1983 to 1990, giving it the distinction of holding the number-one spot for more years than any other breed to that point (23). After […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-ten-breeds-of-the-1980s/
| February 13, 2015