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Clubs & Delegates
AKC Statement Urges New Import Protocols to Protect Pet and Public Health
Every day, thousands of pets are imported into the continental United States for the purpose of sale or transfer in retail or retail rescue markets. According to the American Pet Product Distributors Association (APPA) annual survey, Americans currently own approximately 80 million dogs, and acquire approximately 8 million dogs per year. Even if the per […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/akc-statement-urges-new-import-protocols-protect-pet-public-health/
| April 16, 2018
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Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Cathy Lewandowski of SoftMaple Curly-Coated Retrievers
Each month, the American Kennel Club (AKC) profiles breeders to hear how they got started and learn about their breeding program and experience with AKC Marketplace. We recently spoke with Cathy Lewandowski of SoftMaple Curly-Coated Retrievers in Croghan, N.Y. Lewandowski is an AKC Breeder of Merit who has produced versatile, top-winning dogs. Lewandowski's love for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-cathy-lewandowski-softmaple-curly-coated-retrievers/
| April 13, 2018
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
7 Signs of a Dog-Friendly Neighborhood
Looking to move? Here are seven signs of a dog-friendly neighborhood that could be a great fit for you.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/dog-friendly-neighborhood/
| April 13, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Lost Dog Reunited With Owner After 19 Months Thanks to AKC Reunite
Smiles lit up the room in a Michigan animal shelter the second Maggie, a mini Golden Doodle, climbed into owner Jillian Grzegorczyk’s lap. She had vanished without a trace from the family’s backyard 19 months earlier, but thanks to a microchip — which had been registered with AKC Reunite’s database — the pup was coming home. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/lost-dog-reunited-with-owner/
| April 11, 2018
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Expert Advice: Feature
Hospice Chaplain’s Dog “The Dude” Provides Both Therapy and Entertainment
Whether he is comforting a terminally ill hospice patient or cavorting around an upbeat show ring, The Dude is right at home. Dewey (his nickname is "The Dude") is an almost two-year-old Norwich Terrier, owned by Becca Parkins, a Tacoma, Wash., hospice chaplain who also handles him in Western Washington dog shows on weekends. A […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/therapy-dog-hospice/
| April 11, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
20 Gifts to Shower Your Pup With on National Pet Day
Although most dog lovers view every day as pet day, April 11 marks National Pet Day — a chance to honor the happiness and joy they bring to our lives. Celebrate the occasion with one (or more!) of these gifts your canine companion is sure to love. Toys & Treats BFF Dog Gift Pack Everything your dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-gifts-national-pet-day/
| April 11, 2018
Press Releases
New Digital TV Network AKC.TV Airs 24/7 Content For Dog Lovers
It's Good Dog TV. AKC.TV, a brand new digital OTT network especially for dog lovers, launches today. This network, presented by The American Kennel Club (AKC®), brings 24/7 original dog centric content to viewers. All dog videos. All day. Created in conjunction with award-winning digital production and distribution company B Live, AKC.TV gives dog lovers […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/new-digital-tv-network-akc-tv-airs-24-7-content-dog-lovers/
| April 10, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Service Dogs Serve up an Abundance of Joy During Trip to Disneyland
If you combine dogs with Disneyland, what do you get? Literally the happiest place on Earth. Four puppies from the non-profit Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) recently took a trip to the California-based theme park as part of their training. "It’s great socialization for the dogs since they get to be around all the different […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/service-dogs-disneyland/
| April 9, 2018
Legislative Alerts
Maryland Legislature Approves Restrictions on Pet Choice – Call the Governor Today!
The Maryland Legislature has approved a bill which will prohibit retail pet stores (defined as any “for profit establishment open to the public that sells or offers for sale domestic animals to be kept as pets”) from selling any dogs or cats. Instead, they would only be allowed to “showcase” animals available for adoption from […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/maryland-legislature-approves-restrictions-pet-choice-call-governor-today/
| April 9, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dog Myths Debunked: Do Dogs Really Hate Cats?
There is an unspoken line that seems to divide dogs and cats — and sometimes even "dog people" and "cat people." The idea that dogs dislike cats, or vice versa, is so pervasive that it's almost a cliché. But is there any truth behind it, or is it just another dog myth? Do Dogs Hate […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-myths-debunked-dogs-really-hate-cats/
| April 6, 2018