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Press Releases
2019 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2019 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 2019. The 2019 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2019-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| January 23, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Barbara Lundy of Patchwork Bedlingtons & Bichons
Barbara Lundy owns Patchwork Pet Resort in Marshall, Texas. She has traveled the world showing her champion Bedlington Terriers, but her true love is the Bichon Frise. She has spent her career caring, grooming, training, showing, boarding and breeding four-legged furry children. AKC: How did you get started in breeding dogs? Barbara: I began working with German Shepherds when I was 9 years old. My […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-barbara-lundy-patchwork-bedlingtons-bichons/
| July 15, 2019
Legislative Alerts
MA Alert: Hearing Next Monday on Two Bills that Fail to Distinguish Retail and Non-Profit Activities
Monday, July 15, 2019 On Monday, July 22nd, two bills of concern will be reviewed by the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. Those who reside in Massachusetts are strongly encouraged to contact the committee to express concerns with these bills, which would significantly impact dog trainers and consumer protection. Summary: SB […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ma-alert-hearing-next-monday-two-bills-fail-distinguish-retail-non-profit-activities/
| July 15, 2019
Press Releases
The 15 Largest Dog Breeds: More Dog To Love
Some people live by the motto "bigger is better," and it extends to their dogs too. There are many large dog breeds, each with different care and training needs. Exercise Most large dog breeds were bred for a purpose or function. Some breeds were meant to be hunters, others guard dogs. Dogs with great endurance […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-15-largest-dog-breeds-more-dog-to-love/
| September 18, 2014
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Are You Living Up To Your Breeder of Merit Contract?
Breeder of Merit recognition and benefits are based on the BOM’s commitment to registering their puppies and health testing the parents. Are you living up to your contract? The agreement signed when you applied: I hereby apply to participate in the Breeder of Merit Program. I certify by my signature that I have read, understand, […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/inner-circle-newsletter/living-breeder-merit-contract/
| June 24, 2019
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Expert Advice: Conformation
The Many Benefits of Joining a Dog Club
Whether you are just entering the world of purebred dogs or have been a breeder, exhibitor and participant for many decades, joining your local and national dog club is hugely beneficial. You will derive different benefits from different organizations but all will contribute to your ongoing education in the sport. Your Local All-Breed Kennel Club […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/many-benefits-joining-dog-club/
| July 12, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet Brodie, the First Scottish Deerhound to Earn Champion Tracker Title
Being the "first" to achieve something takes a lot of determination and tenacity, something that Scottish Deerhound Brodie and his owner, Linda Beisswenger, know all too well. In St. Louis, Missouri, Brodie came to Beisswenger as just a puppy. Previously, Beisswenger competed in AKC Tracking with her Borzoi. "I just fell in love with Tracking and I'm still in love […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/scottish-deerhound-earns-champion-tracker/
| July 11, 2019
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Sports & Events
What Is AKC Puppy of Achievement?
Want to participate in a program that will help you socialize and train your puppy, as well as provide an introduction to AKC events? One place to begin is to work toward earning your dog’s AKC Puppy of Achievement certificate. The AKC Puppy of Achievement (POA) program was created to help new puppy owners get […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/puppy-of-achievement/what-is-puppy-of-achievement/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Celebrate Shark Week With These 10 Shark Products for Dogs
As summer comes to its peak with ice cream, barbecues, and pool time, don't forget about one of the coolest events on television: Shark Week. The famous, sharp-toothed celebratory week is hosted by Discovery and is set to be comprised of 20 hours of programming lasting an entire seven days. Shark Week will run from […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/shark-week-products-for-your-dog/
| July 10, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
New Studies on Ticks and Your Dog’s Health
In 2016, the American Kennel Club (AKC) launched its Canine Health Foundation (CHF) Tick-Borne Disease Research Initiative, and the research is continuing this year. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the challenge to collect $250,000 in donations for this initiative, matched dollar-for-dollar by the AKC, was reached in 2016 and again in 2017. Putting these […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/new-studies-ticks-dogs-health/
| March 1, 2018