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Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
Study Suggests Dog Lovers are Seen as More Attractive
Multiple studies show that being an animal lover may make a person more attractive. Here's why researchers say owning a dog can help you find love.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-lovers-more-attractive/
| June 25, 2015
Expert Advice: Events
Finding the Right Breed to Fit Your Lifestyle at AKC Meet the Breeds
Finding the right dog match for you from 201 breeds can be daunting. That's one of the best reasons to attend AKC Meet the Breeds!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-breeds-find-right-fit/
| January 24, 2023
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Food Allergies in Dogs: What to Know
Food allergies can appear at any age, but most dogs eat an offending food for two years before symptoms appear. Here are the most common signs of allergy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-food-allergies/
| May 19, 2015
Expert Advice: Health
Thyroid Disease in Dogs: What to Know
Thyroid disease in dogs can come in a lot of different forms. Learn about some of the main types of canine thyroid disease.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/thyroid-disease-in-dogs/
| January 17, 2018
Expert Advice: General Health
Tramadol for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Looking to learn more about Tramadol for dogs? We discuss what it's used for, what side effects it causes, and correct dosages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tramadol-for-dogs/
| November 30, 2016
Press Releases
TOP DOGS CROWNED AT 2023 AKC AGILITY INVITATIONAL
The 18th annual AKC® Agility Invitational Presented by YuMOVE® took place December 16-17, 2023 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. The top five dogs in each breed received an invitation to compete in this prestigious […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-2023-akc-agility-invitational/
| December 26, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet the Winners of the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
Winners of the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational were crowned! The event was broadcast on ESPN2 on December 24. See winners in all divisions here.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-winners-2023/
| December 24, 2023
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES BREEDER OF THE YEAR BY SPORT
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, wishes to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-breeder-year-sport/
| December 20, 2023
Press Releases
TOP DOGS CROWNED AT AKC OBEDIENCE CLASSIC
The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall combined entry of 217 dogs this past weekend at the 10th AKC® Obedience Classic. Competitions were held December 16-17, 2023 in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 12th AKC® Obedience […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-akc-obedience-classic-2/
| December 20, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Border Collie ‘Zayne’ Wins the 2023 AKC Obedience Classic
Four dogs were crowned the winners in each obedience class at the 2023 AKC Obedience Classic in Orlando, FL. Border Collie "Zayne" won the Masters class.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/obedience-classic-winners-2023/
| December 19, 2023