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Press Releases
AKC Forms Club Development Department to Assist Clubs
The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce the formation of a Club Development Department. Clubs are the cornerstone of AKC events and have a major impact on the success of AKC sports. On occasion, unique issues arise that can be difficult for a club to address on its own. The AKC has created […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-forms-club-development-department/
| December 21, 2016
Expert Advice: Feature
Leader Dogs for the Blind Provides Guide Dogs to Those in Need
All dog owners knows the bond they share with their dog is special, but when it comes to service dogs for the blind and visually impaired, the owner and dog form a true partnership. The dog relies on the owner for instruction and direction, yet the owner relies on the dog to keep him safe […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/leader-dogs-for-the-blind/
| December 20, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
It’s Never Too Late to Get Involved in the Dog World
Many people get involved in the dog world because they grew up around conformation, or competed in Juniors, or a family member or friend convinced them to try it out. But ultimately, it doesn't matter how you get involved, everyone is welcome and it's never too late to start. We had the opportunity to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/its-never-too-late-to-get-involved-in-the-dog-world/
| December 18, 2016
Expert Advice: Obedience
Form an Unbreakable Bond With Your Dog By Incorporating Obedience
Basic training and obedience are essential to having a happy and healthy dog. Not only does training help to correct unwanted behavior, it also helps to build the very special bond between owner and canine. We got to witness some incredible dogs perform their assigned tasks with precision in the AKC Obedience Classic and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/form-an-unbreakable-bond-with-your-dog-by-incorporating-obedience/
| December 18, 2016
Expert Advice: News
The Top 10 Most-Googled Dog Questions of 2016
In our modern digital age, we often turn to the Internet for things we don't know the answer to. And this of course, includes all our dog-related questions! As any dog owner knows, sometimes your dog is doing something, like watching TV, and you want to know why it is that he does that. So […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/top-10-most-googled-dog-questions/
| December 16, 2016
Legislative Alerts
Michigan Alert: Senate Again Considers Last-Ditch Efforts to Regulate Breeders- Call Today!
Attempts are once again being made in the Michigan Senate to pass regulations on dog breeders before the end of session this week. These bills could be considered as soon as tonight, so it is imperative that Michigan residents contact the Senate immediately (scroll down for contact information). At this point, it is believed that […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/michigan-senate-alert/
| December 14, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Five Ways to Celebrate the Holidays With Your Dog
During the hustle and bustle of the holidays, don't forget to include your dog in the festivities! Here's five tips to celebrate with your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/celebrate-the-holidays-with-your-dog/
| December 14, 2016
Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is the fourth in a series of profiles on the six top mixed-breed dogs that received the invitations to compete in the 2016 AKC Agility Invitational. The annual event takes place Dec. 17-18 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championships in conformation and the AKC Obedience Classic. Name: MACH8 Feel The […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-9/
| December 8, 2016
Expert Advice: Quizzes
Top 10 Baby Name? Or Most Pup-ular Dog Name?
Rover.com recently released their list of top ten dog names for 2016. Since many of these dog names could also work as human names, we decided to have some fun... Take our quiz and see if you can determine if the name given is a top 10 baby name or a most pup-ular dog name. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-10-baby-and-dog-names/
| December 8, 2016
Expert Advice: Events
Why You Need To Be at the 2016 AKC National Championship
Conformation, agility, dock diving, and more. If you're a dog lover, you need to be at the 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin. This event is the nexus of all things dog: you'll see and learn everything there is to know about the dog world and leave wanting more. Here's why YOU need to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-2016/
| December 7, 2016