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Barn Hunt
Not everyone will understand the importance of “rat catchers,” but if you live in the countryside, you sure do! “Rat catchers” rid farms of destructive vermin – and the hunting and teamwork skills required to do so are the foundation of the sport of Barn Hunt. Dogs and their handlers work as a team to locate […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/title-recognition-program/barn-hunt/
| November 28, 2017
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Do Excitement and Problem-Solving Go Hand in Hand?
While it's difficult to train an unenthusiastic dog, it can be equally tricky to work with a dog that's bouncing off the walls with excitement. Here's why.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/excitement-problem-solving/
| November 28, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
A Focused Gunner Hits the Mark and Now He Has One Happy Family
This is the fourth of a series of features on 2017's AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence Winners who will be honored Dec. 16-17 at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando. "The White Fluffy Puppy That Became a Tow Truck." Sounds like the perfect title for a children's book, doesn't […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/focused-gunner-has-one-happy-family/
| November 27, 2017
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Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is part of a series of profiles on the six top mixed-breed dogs that received the invitations to compete in the 2017 AKC Agility Invitational. The annual event takes place Dec. 15-17 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC/Royal Canin National Championship and the AKC Obedience Classic. Name: MACH3 Jeter Morris MXS MJS […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-15/
| November 27, 2017
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Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is part of a series of profiles on the six top mixed-breed dogs that received the invitations to compete in the 2017 AKC Agility Invitational. The annual event takes place Dec. 15-17 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC/Royal Canin National Championship and the AKC Obedience Classic. Name: MACH9 Cabonina La Saltadora MXB3 […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-17/
| November 25, 2017
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Canine Partners
Canine Partners Junior Handler Spotlight: Breyon Gunn
The Road to Orlando: All-American Dogs at AKC Junior Agility Competition The AKC Junior Agility Competition will be held Dec. 15 as part of the AKC Agility Invitational in Orlando, FL. Young people get the opportunity to compete with their dogs in a national setting. We will be spotlighting youth who are competing with All-American […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/canine-partners-junior-handler-spotlight-breyon-gunn/
| November 22, 2017
![Skye Terrier Mr. Dennis in a classroom with children](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Skye-Terrier-Dennis-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Events
No Matter What the Environment, “Mr. Dennis” Brought Comfort to All
This is the thirdof a series of features on 2017's AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence Winners who will be honored Dec. 16-17 at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando. It was apparent from puppyhood that the "Skye" was the limit for this little guy. From the time he was […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/no-matter-what-dennis-comfort-to-all/
| November 21, 2017
Press Releases
AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin Draws Largest Entry in History of Event
AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN DRAWS LARGEST ENTRY IN HISTORY OF EVENT Dogs from 50 States and 44 Countries Will Vie for Best in Show The AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin has drawn record entry numbers in its 17th year. An entry of 4803 dogs will compete for the title […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-presented-by-royal-canin-draws-largest-entry-in-history-of-event/
| November 21, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
AKC National Championship Draws Record Entry
We've done it again. In the 17th year of the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin the event has drawn record entry numbers. An entry of 4803 dogs will compete for the title of National Champion on December 16 and 17, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. Combined with the other weekend events including the inaugural […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-draws-record-entry/
| November 21, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Meet Breeder of Merit Karen Fitzpatrick of Meadowlake Border Terriers
If you're a musician, there's the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. If you're an actor, there are the Oscars. And if you're a dog breeder, the maraschino cherry atop a lifetime of hard work is to be named an American Kennel Club Breeder of the Year. After all, anyone can have a one-hit wonder, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/meet-breeder-of-merit-karen-fitzpatrick/
| November 20, 2017