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![2022 National Obedience Champion: OTCH12 High Times Shake 'N Bake UDX8 OGM SH (Golden Retriever), "Baker" and handler Kori Bevis. 2022 AKC National Obedience Championship, held July 9-10, at the Roberts Centre/Royal Canin Ring in Wilmington, OH.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/05175917/070922_NOC_55889-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Feature
Kori Bevis and ‘Baker’ Leave Lasting Legacy in the Sport of Obedience
Kori Bevis and her Golden Retriever, 'Baker,' have had an incredible obedience career together as a team. Upon Baker's retirement, they made history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/obedience-golden-retriever-baker/
| August 1, 2024
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Sports & Events
Pee Wee Special Attraction
To view other Pee Wee photos click here. If you have a Pee Wee photo you would like to share, please send to: juniors@akc.org [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Procedures and Guidelines"] A Club must submit a Special Attractions Form to conduct the Pee Wee Class Special Attraction. The request must be approved by the Event Operations department. The […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/junior-showmanship/pee-wee-special-attraction-guidelines/
| October 26, 2017
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Breed-Specific DNA Testing Recommendations
Test for what is recommended for your breed. Order AKC DNA + Health Kit The AKC DNA Program recommends that breeders perform DNA tests that are relevant to their breed. The AKC DNA + Health Kit includes over 328 markers for health and traits, and every dog receives results for all tests. However, not all […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/breed-specific-dna-testing-recommendations/
| March 12, 2024
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Expert Advice: Tricks
‘Speak!’ Training Your Dog to Bark on Command
Training a dog to "speak," or bark on command is a fun trick that turns your dog's natural instinct into a controlled behavior. Learn how to teach "speak."
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/train-your-dog-to-speak/
| March 26, 2020
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Expert Advice: Agility
Meet the Winners of the 2024 AKC Agility Premier Cup
The fourth annual AKC Agility Premier Cup, with Presenting Sponsor YuMove, has crowned its winners! Some of the fastest agility dogs gathered in...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/winners-2024-akc-agility-premier-cup/
| July 29, 2024
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Do Dogs Twitch in Their Sleep?
Have you ever wondered why dogs twitch in their sleep, or if this seemingly benign behavior could be a problem? Here's what you need to know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-dog-twitch-in-sleep/
| January 12, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Keep Your Dog Entertained Indoors
Cold temperatures and inclement weather can make it hard to do normal activities outdoor with your dog. Learn how to keep your dog entertained indoors.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-keep-your-dog-entertained-indoors/
| March 16, 2020
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Expert Advice: Obedience
Kori Bevis and ‘Baker’ Win AKC National Obedience Championship for Third Year in a Row
The most obedient dogs gathered for the 2024 AKC National Obedience Championship in Ohio, but only one took home the champion title.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-national-obedience-championship-winners-2024/
| July 21, 2024
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CROWNS NEW NATIONAL CHAMPIONS IN OBEDIENCE AND RALLY
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall combined entry of more than 900 dogs this past weekend at the AKC National Obedience Championship and AKC Rally® National […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-crowns-new-national-champions-obedience-rally-6/
| July 22, 2024
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Expert Advice: AKC Rally
Three-Legged ‘Goose’ Competes On the Largest AKC Rally Stage
Elizabeth Fritz and her All-American Dog 'Goose,' who had three legs, competed at the 2024 AKC Rally National Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-rally-national-championship-goose-all-american-dog/
| July 20, 2024