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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Berger Picard History: From the Big Screen to a Beloved Breed
The Berger Picard hit the big screen in "Because of Winn-Dixie" but this French herding dog's history goes back way further.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/berger-picard-history/
| September 24, 2020
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Breeds by Year Recognized
The AKC currently registers 200 dog breeds. The chart below lists all AKC recognized breeds and the year they first became registrable with the AKC. DATE – BREED 1878 – Pointer 1878 – Retriever (Chesapeake Bay) 1878 – Spaniel (Clumber) 1878 – Spaniel (Cocker) 1878 – Setter (English) 1878 – Setter (Gordon) 1878 – Setter […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/breeds-year-recognized/
| August 12, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
American Kennel Club Centennial Clubs
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to recognize its affiliated dog clubs which have been holding AKC events for over 100 years and are an essential part of the sport of dogs. Airedale Terrier Club of America Japanese Chin Club of America Airedale Terrier Club of New England Kennel Club of Buffalo American Chesapeake […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/clubs/centennial-clubs/
| December 30, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Does Dog Breed Affect Behavior? In a Word, Yes.
A combination of breed and socialization will help determine how your dog will behave. Here's why breed matters when selecting a pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/does-dog-breed-affect-behavior/
| May 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Were Hound Group Dogs Bred to Do?
32 AKC recognized breeds make up the hound group. We're taking a closer look at what each of these beauties were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/hound-group-dogs/
| September 8, 2018
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE JUNIOR VERSATILITY SCHOLARSHIPS
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the winners of the AKC Junior Versatility Scholarships. Scholarships are awarded to the top 10 Juniors who competed in a minimum of three different competitive AKC Events. The dates of eligibility were […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-winners-junior-versatility-scholarships/
| January 30, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Health
Coconut Oil for Dogs: Is it Really Good for Them?
Is coconut oil good for dogs? There are potential benefits for dogs, but also some thing to look out for when thinking about using coconut oil.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/coconut-oil-dogs/
| August 4, 2017
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
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Expert Advice: Health
Sticks and Stones: Can They Hurt Dogs?
Can dogs eat sticks safely? What about stones? Here's why both sticks and stones aren't good options for your pet to gnaw on.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-eat-sticks-and-stones/
| June 6, 2019
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Special Registry Services – Foreign Registration
The American Kennel Club is opposed to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. In solidarity with Ukrainian people, effective immediately, judges from the Russian Federation will not be approved to judge at AKC sanctioned events. Additionally, requests for imported dog registrations (AKC Foreign Registration) for dogs born in Russia, will be denied effective immediately. For the […]
https://www.akc.org/rules/special-registry-services/
| November 1, 2017