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![Nikki (Cirneco dell'Etna) handled by Kathy Ingram; AKC Agility Invitational presented by YuMove, December 16-18, 2022, Orlando, FL.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/12134158/CD_28907_nikkiIngram_1r322121712_3579-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Nikki’ the Cirneco dell’Etna Competes at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
80-year-old Judy Aycock has a rare Cirneco dell'Etna, "Nikki," and a Pumi, "Irwin," both running in the AKC National Championship Agility Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-cirneco-dell-etna-nikki/
| December 13, 2023
![865 28" TC MACH5 RACH2 Luvakis Shirley's Thorin Eikinskjaldi CDX BN RM5 RAE4 FDC SC MXS2 PAD MJS2 PJD MFS TQX T2B4 THD RATN CGCA CGCU TKE. HP48604303. Rhodesian Ridgeback. M. 11/30/2014. Breeder(s): Teresa M West-Holmes/Paul Holmes. GCHG CH Invictus Nightmare Before Xmas JC - GCH CH Luvakis Ekundu's Don'T Call Me Shirley CD RE SC MX MXB MXJ MJB CGCA CGCU TKA. Owner(s): Alexandra Hart/Teresa M WestHolmes, 3760 Main Street, Amherst NY 14226. Handler: Alex Hart](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/12120715/121821_AKC_36366-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Thorin’ Represents Rhodesian Ridgebacks at 2023 AKC Obedience Classic
Rhodesian Ridgeback 'Thorin' may not be the first to come to mind when you think of obedience breeds. But he's the only Ridgeback competing at the AKC Obedience Classic
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-obedience-classic-rhodesian-ridgeback-thorin/
| December 12, 2023
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Competition/Titles Update Fall 2023
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY Congratulations to these dogs on earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH MACH3 PACH Resq's Dopamine Rush BN RN MXG PAD MJC PJD […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-fall-2023/
| December 7, 2023
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB HIRES FRANK MURPHY AS EXECUTIVE FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce that Frank Murphy has been hired as an AKC Executive Field Representative. He will start January 2nd, 2024. Murphy has over forty years of experience in handling various breeds. He has handled top winning dogs in almost every group, such as the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-hires-frank-murphy-executive-field-representative/
| December 6, 2023
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AKC Educated Breeder Webinar Series
Virtual monthly webinar learning experiences created by breeders for breeders. Join renowned experts in these educational opportunities for breeders! 2024 Schedule Tuesday, September 24, 2024 7:00 pm (EST) – Sheila Goffe “AKC Government Relations” You are invited to spend the hour complimentary with Sheila Goffe, Vice President of American Kennel Club Government Relations. Learn more […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-educated-breeder-webinar-series/
| November 30, 2023
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB 2023 BREEDER OF THE YEAR GROUP HONOREES ANNOUNCED
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize extraordinary breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2023 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “We are proud to honor these knowledgeable and responsible breeders,” said Dennis B. Sprung, AKC President and CEO. “Each of these individuals are […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-2023-breeder-year-group-honorees-announced/
| November 27, 2023
![Basset Hound and cat snuggling together and sleeping.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/03145927/Basset-Hound-and-cat-snuggling-together-and-sleeping-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips for Issues Between Multiple Pets
Multiple pets can mean more fun and affection, but there are also extra challenges. These 10 tips will help you manage a multi-pet household.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/multiple-pet-issues/
| November 3, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Pure Speed Division
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational – Pure Speed Rankings Fri. December 15, 2023 – FINAL ROUND as of 5:05 PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** BELOW 12" / HC 2 PLACE CALL NAME BREED OWNER TIME 1 Winston Bolt French Bulldog Braden Frederick 8.485 […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/pure-speed-divison/
| November 3, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Speed Of The Breed Division
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational – Speed of the Breed Division FINAL ROUND – Fri. December 15, 2023 as of 5:03 PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** RANK BREED CALL NAME OWNER MPH % ABOVE SOB 1 Lhasa Apso Max Debbie English 17.229 53.97% 2 Pomeranian […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/speed-breed-divison/
| November 3, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Best of Breed
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational Best of Breed Winners Results as of 12/15/23 3:11PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** Breed Call Name Owner Final Time Airedale Terrier Oliver Lauren Combs 7.754 Alaskan Klee Kai Isla Cheryl Simpson 8.746 Alaskan Malamute McKinley Nadaga Poist 8.645 […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/fast-cat-invitational-event-coverage-bestofbreeddiv/
| November 1, 2023