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Expert Advice: Dog Athletes
Rescue Dog “Baloo” Defies Stereotypes, Becomes Canine Athlete
Before Baloo amassed an astonishing 648,000-plus followers on TikTok (and 196,000 followers and counting on Instagram), inspired countless people, and became a canine athlete, he was a rescue dog waiting for his perfect match. Bella Boone was the person he'd been looking for. Bringing Home Baloo Just a few months into Bella's freshman year at […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-athlete-of-the-month-baloo-the-bully/
| August 31, 2021
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Junior Spotlight Summer 2021
Meet Willow Martin: Not Content to Sit and Watch! Name: Willow Martin Age: 17 Hometown: Williamsburg, VA Grade: 11th Family: Parents, Randi and David Martin AKC: How old is Violett and how did she come into your life? Willow: Violett (she has an extra “t” because she is extra special) turned 7 on April 17. She came into our lives by accident. When I was about 10, a […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/junior-spotlight-summer-2021/
| August 30, 2021
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Announcing Your AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® Class Announcing AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Grads The Canine Good Citizen Program is sponsored by Geico
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| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Basenji History: Behind the “Barkless” Dog of the Congo
The letter arrived in Molesey, outside of London, in June 1942, during the bleakest days of the war. Food and clothing were rationed, and citizens wore metal identification bands, in case they couldn’t get to their air-raid shelter before deadly Nazi bombs started dropping. The mysterious letter from America also appeared to have been strafed, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/basenji-history-barkless-dog-congo/
| August 2, 2021
Legislative Alerts
Update: President Signs Federal PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act
Late last week, President Biden signed into law the Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers Veterans Therapy (PAWS for Veterans Therapy) Act. HR 1448/S 613 is a ground-breaking measure that recognizes the importance of service dogs in assisting veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Military Sexual Trauma (MST) and other mental disorders […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-president-signs-federal-paws-veterans-therapy-act/
| August 30, 2021
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Expert Advice: News
Three Rottweilers Help a Navy Veteran Cope with Loss
After his 16-year-old son, Joshua Devon Biggles, tragically drowned, Michael Biggles purchased Rambo, a male Rottweiler puppy. Biggles fell head-over-paws with the brawny working breed. So much so, that he went back the next day and bought Retro, the male littermate he didn't select. Six months later, Biggles and his girlfriend, Mariama Myers, added Rascal, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/three-rottweilers-help-navy-veteran-cope-loss/
| August 26, 2020
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Expert Advice: News
VA Grant Program to Provide Service Dogs for Veterans With PTSD
Many of us say that our dogs are our best friends, but for some people, they're the key to a better life as well. For veterans, service dogs provide more than just emotional support, especially for people dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Specialized service dogs not only perform specific […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/va-grant-program-provide-service-dogs-veterans-ptsd/
| June 24, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP DAYS RETURN FOR THE 19TH YEAR
--Celebrate by Hosting an Event-- Owning a dog has endless pleasures and rewards, but it’s important to be aware of the responsibilities that come along with it. AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days (AKC RDO Days) are fun community events that AKC dog clubs and other pet-related organizations host throughout the year. The nationwide initiative educates […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-responsible-dog-ownership-days-returns-19th-year/
| August 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Train an Australian Shepherd Puppy: Timeline & Milestones
Australian Shepherds are known for their energetic personalities and sharp minds. While Aussies are loyal to their owners and love to please, they can get into trouble if they're not put to work. After all, they are a herding breed. To help you navigate your Aussie puppy's first year and beyond, we turned to Dr. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-train-an-australian-shepherd-puppy-timeline-milestones/
| July 21, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Dog Athlete of the Month: Athena the Dock Diving Cavalier
“Oh my gosh, that little dog can jump 14 feet?" It's a question owner Angela Crawford is familiar with. After all, not many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels participate in Dock Diving, and 14 feet is an impressive distance to jump. But getting questions like this, and watching the excitement of the crowds at any Dock […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-athlete-of-the-month-athena-the-dock-diving-cavalier/
| July 14, 2021