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Alan Kalter & Dr. Chris Lezotte Named 2016 AKC Breeder of the Year
–Award Presented at AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin – Alan Kalter and Dr. Chris Lezotte were presented with the 2016 AKC Breeder of the Year award for their HappyLegs Bullmastiffs at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin on Saturday, December 17, 2016. The annual award honors those breeders who have […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/alan-kalter-dr-chris-lezotte-breeder-of-the-year/
| December 20, 2016
Press Releases
2017 National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17, 2017. The 2017 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2017-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| February 14, 2017
Press Releases
Westminster Kennel Club & American Kennel Club Set to Take Over NYC With Meet & Compete
Westminster Kennel Club & American Kennel Club Set to Take Over NYC With Meet & Compete - Cats Return to 2018 “Meet the Breeds” Event - The Westminster Kennel Club and American Kennel Club (AKC®) present Meet & Compete, featuring the 5th Annual Masters Agility Championship at Westminster and AKC Meet the Breeds®, brought to […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/westminster-kennel-club-american-kennel-club-set-to-take-over-nyc-with-meet-compete/
| November 16, 2017
Press Releases
Cocker Spaniel “Striker” Wins Best in Show at Largest Ever AKC National Championship
COCKER SPANIEL “STRIKER” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT LARGEST EVER AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN National Champion Beats Dogs from 50 States and 44 Countries GCHP CH Silverhall Strike Force, an ASCOB Cocker Spaniel known as “Striker” triumphed over nearly 5,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize, a paw print pendant […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/cocker-spaniel-striker-wins-best-in-show-at-largest-ever-akc-national-championship/
| December 19, 2017
Expert Advice: Events
New Entry-Level Agility Classes Added for Beginners
The AKC will now offer two new entry-level agility classes. These classes, Agility Course Test (ACT) 1 & 2 will allow beginners an easier entry into the sport. The classes will have shorter courses with basic obstacles specifically designed for beginners. ACT 1 & 2 will serve as the graduation exercise for training classes and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/new-entry-level-agility-classes/
| May 17, 2016
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Looking Over the Gait: The Basics of Canine Movement
Movement involves every part of a dog’s construction, and because no two breeds move exactly alike, the study of movement can be a life’s work. Expert breeders and anatomists have written shelves full of books on the subject, and gifted photographers and filmmakers have documented canine locomotion in minute detail. Here, then, are just a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/looking-over-the-gait/
| August 23, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
Mastiff Wins AKC Meet the Breeds “Best Booth in Show”
Every year in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin the general public is given the exciting opportunity to meet (and more importantly, play with!) over 100 different dog breeds at AKC Meet the Breeds. Attendees get the opportunity to learn about the different breeds and find out which dog might be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/mastiff-wins-best-booth-in-show/
| December 17, 2017
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Expert Advice: News
New Findings Suggest Dogs Emerged in Central Asia 15,000 Years Ago
Like many scientists before them, Dr. Laura M. Shannon and Dr. Adam R. Boyko of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine went searching for the origin and location of the modern dog. Along with a team of international scientists, they analyzed three kinds of DNA in the blood samples of nearly 5,000 dogs. The dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/new-findings-suggest-dogs-emerged-central-asia-15000-years-ago/
| October 20, 2015
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Expert Advice: Training
What You Need to Know About AKC Scent Work
On October 1, the AKC rolled out Scent Work, a new titling event open to all dogs. Before the AKC introduces a new sport, staff methodically evaluates, adapts, and develops the event. The process can take several months, sometimes years. Stephanie Kennerley is Sports and Events Projects coordinator. Her department creates and implements new AKC sports […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/what-you-need-to-know-akc-scent-work/
| February 15, 2018
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The 10 Most Beloved Dogs in Literature
Since dogs are an important part of our lives, dogs are also an important part of our literature. They accompany us on our adventures and protect us from our adversaries. Sometimes, dogs are the stars of the stories. Here's a list of the most beloved dogs in literature: 1. Lassie Lassie is by far the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-10-most-beloved-dogs-in-literature/
| September 7, 2016