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2022 National Owner-Handled Series & National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes Judging Panels Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2022 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The NOHS Finals will be held […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-national-owner-handled-series-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/
| July 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Recipes
How to Make Homemade Dog Treats
Homemade dog treats are a great way to provide your dog with tasty and healthy snacks. We've selected fun molds and delicious recipes to help you make your dog's new favorite treat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/homemade-dog-treats-recipes-tips/
| July 13, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Border Collie ‘Zayne’ Wins 2022 AKC Rally National Championship
After nearly 10 hours of competition between 500 dogs, one Border Collie was declared the 2022 AKC Rally National Champion: Zayne. Registered name OTCH9 HC AGCH MACH5 RACH Norwood Color Me Zayne UDX9 OGM RM3 RAE3 HSAd HSBd HXAd HXBd MXC PDS MJC PJS MFG TQX T2B5 is handled by Kim Berkley of Caseyville, Illinois. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2022-akc-rally-national-championship-winner/
| July 12, 2022
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CROWNS NEW NATIONAL CHAMPIONS IN OBEDIENCE AND RALLY
The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall combined entry of more than 640 dogs this past weekend at the AKC National Obedience Championship and AKC Rally® National Championship. Competitions were held July 8th-10th, 2022 at the Roberts Centre in Wilmington, OH. “It was absolutely incredible to watch these outstanding performances as […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-crowns-new-national-champions-obedience-rally-4/
| July 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
How Do I Collect a Urine Sample From My Dog?
Whether for a wellness exam or a health issue, at some point, your vet will need you to collect a dog urine sample. This task can be daunting. After all, how do you get your dog to cooperate? With these simple tips and a little training, you can collect urine samples without stressing your pet […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-do-i-collect-a-urine-sample-from-my-dog/
| July 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
Can Dogs Understand Different Languages? New Study Investigates
Have you ever thought about what you sound like to your dog? Unless you're using words you've already taught your dog, you might imagine you sound like the teacher in the Peanuts cartoons – just a bunch of wah, wah, wahs. But the reality is far more interesting as we ponder if dogs can understand different languages. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/can-dogs-understand-different-languages/
| July 8, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Why Dogs Eat Poop and How to Stop It
Of all the odd habits our dogs have—drinking toilet water, rolling in dead things, licking their butts— nothing disgusts most dog owners more than knowing that dogs eat poop sometimes. A dog's motivation for eating poop isn't to gross us humans out, but the act of eating poop certainly disgusts us. So much so, in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-dogs-eat-poop/
| June 29, 2022
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Expert Advice: News
What Makes A Good Crisis Therapy Dog?
Similar to how dogs have been shown to help their owners feel better, therapy dogs are able to bring comfort and support to the public. Therapy dogs are typically social, yet calm dogs who after training and certification can alongside their handler visit people in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and other settings. There are also […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/makes-good-crisis-therapy-dog/
| June 23, 2022
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Junior Spotlight Spring 2022
Meet Reagan Wallace: Dog Training Is the Best Part of Her Day Name: Reagan Wallace Age: 15 Grade: 9th Hometown: Saint Peters, MO Family: Parents, Traci and Britt; brother, Hayden Reagan got her start in training from her aunt, who is active in a rescue organization. Things really took off when she got her All […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/junior-spotlight-spring-2022/
| June 16, 2022
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Competition/Titles Update Spring 2022
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! AGILITY Agility Grand Champion (AGCH) Congratulations to these dogs who have earned the […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-spring-2022/
| June 16, 2022