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Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever is Most Popular Dog Once Again in Houston
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Houston’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in the country, along with multiple cities including Seattle, Washington, D.C., and Denver to name a few. The French Bulldog jumped two spots […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-houstons-number-1/
| March 21, 2017
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Expert Advice: Feature
How the AKC Humane Grant Fund Is Helping Domestic Violence Shelters Become Pet Friendly
The statistics are staggering; every nine seconds, another woman in the United States is beaten, according to the Partnership Against Domestic Violence. While violence against women often takes place behind closed doors and isn't always visible to others, that doesn't mean it's not happening. Chances are, if there are children involved, they, too, are facing […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-humane-grant-help-domestic-violence-shelters/
| October 20, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Gifts for Dog Lovers: Just for Him
For the men in your life who are dog lovers, we've got all the gifts you need. Whether he's an outdoor guy or a sit-by-the-fire kind of guy, you can choose from shirts and jackets, hats, and even dog breed wine glasses and other useful home goods. After all, love him, love his dog. Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/gifts-for-dog-lovers-just-for-him/
| October 25, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Unique Holiday Gifts for Dog Lovers
At a loss for the perfect gift? Don't want to give yet another pair of gloves or a bottle of wine? You can't go wrong with these unique items made just for dog lovers. Custom Painted Pet Portrait A custom portrait is the perfect gift, especially if it's a portrait of their dog.Each 8" x […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/unique-holiday-gifts-dog-lovers/
| October 31, 2017
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Expert Advice: Government Relations
Why Breed Bans Affect You
Does your dog have almond shaped eyes? A heavy and muscular neck? A tail medium in length that tapers to a point? A smooth and short coat? A broad chest? If you said yes to these questions, then congratulations, you own a “pit bull” …At least according to the City and County of San Francisco’s […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/breed-bans-affect/
| February 1, 2018
Canine Partners
More Sports for All Dogs: Drafting & Carting
Drafting and carting are sports that are open to all breeds of dogs, including mixed-breeds, by several national breed clubs. Pulling carts to help transport items was a task that many dogs were – and still are – trained to do to help around farms. Dogs like to pull – and this gives them an acceptable […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/more-sports-for-all-dogs-drafting-carting-2/
| April 24, 2015
Expert Advice: News
2016 National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) and Royal Canin are pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2016 National Championship to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2016. The 2016 event will showcase the top national and international dogs and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2016-national-championship-judging-panel/
| February 11, 2016
Expert Advice: News
See A Service Dog In Training Graduate From High School
Aero, a Rottweiler service dog in training, participated in Camelback High School's graduation ceremony on Thursday. Aero has been working with a senior at the Phoenix school as part of his training with Lifeline Assistance Dogs. Aero participated in graduation rehearsal and his owner, Riann, posted this on the dog's Facebook page: "Aero will be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/see-a-service-dog-in-training-graduate-from-high-school/
| May 23, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
Five Breeds Most Likely to be Mistaken for Bigfoot
All anyone has ever seen is a glimpse of these creatures, and there have been many different accounts, but there are two constants in all Bigfoot sightings. They are "as big as a man, and covered with hair from head to foot," one newspaper reported in 1884. Hmmmm. That could easily describe any number of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/five-breeds-most-likely-to-be-mistaken-for-bigfoot/
| June 19, 2015
Expert Advice: Feature
For This Paralympic Athlete, Her Service Dog is Her Golden Medal
At only 33 years old, Christy Gardner has a lifetime of fighting behind her. But don't ever tell this national champion she's lost. Gardner, a double amputee, helped bring home a championship with the U.S. women’s sled hockey team, and she’s preparing to represent the United States at the 2016 Paralympics in Rio this September. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/for-paralympic-athlete-service-dog-is-medal/
| October 16, 2014