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Expert Advice: Events
Why You Need to Meet the Breeds® at the AKC National Championship
There's a special event at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, Fla. where the only competition may be for which dog breed you fall in love with first. AKC Meet the Breeds® gives dog lovers, adults and children, alike, a unique chance to meet and play with dogs of more than […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/why-meet-the-breeds-at-akc-national-champ/
| November 15, 2017
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Why Do Dogs Prefer Some Toys Over Others?
Generally speaking, most dogs like toys that simulate prey. This is why squeaky toys and soft toys are often very popular with most dogs. Hearing the high-pitched squeak and/or ripping apart a soft plush toy can be immensely satisfying to some dogs. However, dogs are individuals, and even dogs within the same breed will have […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-dogs-prefer-toys-over-others/
| November 14, 2017
Sports & Events
Titles & Abbreviations
Click below to see titles and abbreviations for: Prefix Titles Suffix Titles Parent Club Titles Working Dog Titles Other Recognized Titles Other Title Lists: Titles Sorted by Sport Titles Sorted in Alphabetic Order Prefix Titles Title Title Name AFC An Amateur Field Trial Champion title can be earned in either Beagle Field Trials, Pointing […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/titles-and-abbreviations/
| November 13, 2017
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Expert Advice: Feature
Team Joy Brings Special Persona to National Dog Show
They call themselves "The Joy Team," but when you see the Rogers girls at a dog show venue, you know it's all about commitment, competition, and character. And that's exactly what the audience will get with Sophia, 19; Emma and Faith, 13; and Julia, 9, at The National Dog Show presented by Purina on Nov. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/team-joy-special-persona-national-dog-show/
| November 13, 2017
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
What to Pack When You Board Your Dog
Whether you're boarding your dog at a daycare facility or a friend's house, you'll want to make sure you have some essential items ready to go.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/things-pack-when-board-your-dog/
| November 10, 2017
Apps
Litter Authentication
With the Litter number and Dam (female parent) certification issue date from your Dog Registration Application or Registration Certificate, you can enter or maintain contact information for new owners of your puppies. AKC then contacts the new puppy buyers with a letter explaining the benefits of AKC registration. Litter Authentication helps ensure the continued health […]
https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/litrec/index.cfm
| November 9, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
10 Great Gifts for Puppies and the People Who Love Them
We bet you want to shower your new pup with gifts, so why resist temptation? Choose from our 10 great gifts for puppies! There are ideas for the dog lovers on your list, too. Personalized Puppy Pack A gift for you and your new pup, the Puppy Pack has toys and treats he'll love, his […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-gifts-puppies-and-people-who-love-them/
| November 8, 2017
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Dog Breeds
Estrela Mountain Dog
The Estrela Mountain Dog is not only an excellent livestock guardian, but is also known for his love of children and family. Proper socialization and training as a puppy is very important so that the dominance in the Estrela's personality does not become aggressive.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/estrela-mountain-dog/
| November 6, 2017
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Expert Advice: News
2017 Breeder of the Year Honorees Represent Dedication and Commitment to Purebred Dogs
Each year, we are proud to recognize and celebrate the men and women who dedicate their lives to improving the health, temperament, and quality of purebred dogs. These breeders are the heart of our organizations and they deserve to be recognized for their incredible work. One breeder is chosen from each of the seven groups […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2017-breeder-of-the-year/
| November 6, 2017
Apps
Registering Your Dog
This application handles your enrollment options, and includes links to the tools with which you can register either a single purebred puppy or a whole litter of puppies. "Reg" as a string of characters also resolves to the Online Registration application if you enter it in a web browser address field after using "AKC.org/" as […]
https://www.apps.akc.org//apps/dogreg/index.cfm?useraction=route
| November 3, 2017