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The American Kennel Club Announces AKC My Canine & Me Award Winners
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and advocate for all dogs, is pleased to announce the winners of our newest award, AKC My Canine & Me. This award honors children and young adults who are making a positive impact on the world with their dogs or achieving personal growth and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-akc-canine-award-winners/
| October 14, 2021
Expert Advice: Juniors
Meet Ella Lambert, a 15-Year-Old Trick Dog Instructor
At 15 years old, Minnesotan Ella Lambert has already developed a strong passion for AKC sports. She and her dogs are active competitors in Tricks, Rally, Disc, Dock Diving, and her favorite, Agility, which she calls her "heart sport." Lambert is also a Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI) who helps junior handlers and adults get […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-ella-lambert-tricks-agility/
| September 8, 2021
Expert Advice: Training
Top 6 Ways You’re Confusing Your Dog
Imagine being in an unfamiliar country where you don't speak the language or know the rules and customs. Sounds a bit like being a dog in a human world, right? Truthfully, dogs are incredibly skilled at understanding humans. Far better than people are at speaking canine. Even still, from misusing your dog's name to mixing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/top-ways-youre-confusing-your-dog/
| October 12, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Transition From Virtual Dog Sports to In-Person Events
Virtual titling opportunities have made dog sports significantly more accessible to everyone, especially those who are geographically isolated or are living with disabilities. They're also great for people whose dogs have behavioral issues like reactivity or anxiety that might struggle in a traditional show environment. But while the virtual competition is a good way to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/how-to-transition-from-virtual-dog-sports-to-in-person-events/
| October 11, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
What’s in your breeder kit?
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https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/whats-breeder-kit-3/
| July 29, 2021
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Current Trends in Pet Spending 2021-2022
Despite or perhaps as a result of the stress and unusual health precautions Americans experienced in 2020, people focused more than ever on their pets. For the first time, pet industry sales exceeded $100 billion, according to American Pet Products Association (APPA) 2020 State of the Industry Report. This tidal wave of spending is expected […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/current-trends-pet-spending-2021-2022/
| September 28, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Puppy Training Timeline for Your German Shepherd Dog: From 8 Weeks to 2 Years
A well-trained German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is a joy to live with, one of many reasons why this is America's second-most popular dog breed. Making sure you bring out the best of this remarkable breed starts with puppy training, when your GSD is most impressionable. Finding a Puppy Who Is the Best Fit for You […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/puppy-training-timeline-for-your-german-shepherd-dog/
| July 2, 2020
Expert Advice: Health
Are Essential Oils Safe for Dogs?
In recent years, essential oils have become more and more popular, so it's no surprise some dog owners want to try them out. Essential oils are often advertised as natural treatment options or even alternatives to traditional medicine, treating everything from anxiety to skin conditions. Natural, however, doesn't always mean safe. There can be serious […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/are-essential-oils-safe-for-dogs/
| April 3, 2018
Sports & Events
Junior Stories Summer 2020
Thank you to Luke, Lexi, Rachel, Savanna and Rebecca for sharing their experiences. Have your own story? Submit it to juniors@akc.org. [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Luke Edmonson"] Yesterday Luke and Apple competed in the MN State 4-H Dog Show. Here they are at the end of their day. The got Reserve Champion in Foundation Obedience grades […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-stories/junior-stories-summer-2020/
| July 30, 2020
Expert Advice: News
This Young Pug is a Crowd Pleaser — No Matter What the Number(s)
Shari and Kevin Curran have a very busy lifestyle in rural Texas, but somehow a charismatic Pug, named Lionel, has managed to become the centerpiece of their lives. The couple, who live on 80 acres in Canton, Texas, 60 miles east of Dallas, own horses, miniature horses, a pot-bellied pig, alpaca goats, chickens, and, of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/young-pug-crowd-pleaser/
| May 31, 2017