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Title Recognition Fall 2023
The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/title-recognition-fall-2023/
| December 7, 2023
Sports & Events
Counting Points
Print a PDF of this document This document has been created for you by the American Kennel Club to help you understand the point schedule and how Championship points are counted. Learn more about conformation, here. The American Kennel Club requires a dog to obtain a total of 15 points with two major wins (a […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/resources/counting-points/
| October 26, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever ‘Queue’ Wins Uniformed Service K-9 Award for Canine Excellence
"Queue" is an electronic detection K-9 Lab with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office. She helps convict child abusers and traffickers as part of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) unit.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/ace-winner-uniformed-service-k-9-queue/
| December 11, 2023
Expert Advice: News
Five Inspiring Dogs Honored With 2023 AKC Award for Canine Excellence
Each year, five dogs are honored by the AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence. These dogs help change their communities for the better in many ways.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/ace-awards-winners-2023/
| December 11, 2023
Press Releases
FIVE HEROIC DOGS HONORED WITH 2023 AKC® HUMANE FUND AWARDS FOR CANINE EXCELLENCE (ACE)
The AKC® Humane Fund is proud to announce the winners of the 24th annual AKC® Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). These awards celebrate five loyal, hard-working dogs that have significantly improved the lives of their owners and communities. The five winners were carefully chosen from a pool of over 600 impressive nominations. The […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/five-heroic-dogs-honored-2023-akc-humane-fund-awards-canine-excellence-ace/
| December 11, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
13-Year-Old Löwchen ‘Dino’ Competes at AKC Agility Invitational
Meet Dino, a 13.5-year-old Löwchen and one of the oldest agility competitors at this year's AKC Agility Invitational, held in Orlando on December 16-17.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-dino/
| December 11, 2023
Expert Advice: Puppy Information
Navigating Littermate Syndrome: Getting Two Puppies at Once Isn’t as Easy as It Seems
Are you thinking about getting two puppies at the same time? It's more difficult than it seems. Most professionals recommend getting just one puppy at once.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/littermate-syndrome/
| November 6, 2019
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Does a Completely Hypoallergenic Dog Exist?
Do you or a member of your family suffer from allergies when around dogs? Perhaps you sneeze, get itchy or watery eyes, hives on your skin, or even more serious respiratory issues. If you are a dog lover, you may have avoided owning one because of this problem, especially if the allergy symptoms are extreme. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/do-hypoallergenic-dog-exist/
| July 20, 2021
Expert Advice: News
How to Watch the 2023 AKC Heroes: Awards for Canine Excellence Show
The winners of the 2023 awards will be announced on in a special hour-long broadcast on December 10 on ESPN2 at 8:30 p.m. EST. Learn more about what each award means.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/watch-akc-awards-canine-excellence/
| November 17, 2022
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
15 Dog Movies for Every Dog Lover
Looking for something for your family to watch on your next movie night? Check out our picks for the best dog movies for all ages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-movies/
| January 18, 2017