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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
2022 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup Winners
The 2022 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup, held in collaboration with North American Diving Dogs, took place on April 2 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida. Top dogs made a big splash competing in Distance and Air Retrieve, with the top three in each receiving prize money. The competition aired on ESPN2 on […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/2022-akc-diving-dogs-premier-cup-winners/
| May 16, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet the Mudi: AKC’s Newly-Recognized Dog Breed in 2022
The Mudi (pronounced "MOO-dee"), one of two newly-recognized American Kennel Club breeds gaining full recognition January 1, brings a little bit of everything to the table. But make no mistake about it, this herding breed with Hungarian origin comes with a few caveats. “If not mentally and physically challenged, the Mudi can be barky and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/mudi-becomes-newest-akc-recognized-dog-breed-in-2022/
| January 4, 2022
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2018 AKC US Detection Dog Conference
2022 | 2019 | 2018 The second AKC US Detection Dog Conference was a success with a capacity attendance. Internationally known subject matter experts delivered thought provoking presentations that covered the breeding, training and deployment of Explosives Detection Canines as well as discussions on the domestic shortage of these amazing dogs. Thank you to the […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-detection-dog-conference-2018/
| November 8, 2018
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Expert Advice: General Health
Why Do Small Dogs Live Longer Than Large Dogs?
When it comes to the lifespan of dogs, researchers have found that size matters. Owners of small dogs can expect to enjoy several more years with their pets than the owners of large dogs. It doesn’t seem to make much sense: large mammals, like elephants and whales, tend to live longer than small ones, like […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-small-dogs-live-longer/
| April 26, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Rehoming a Dog Responsibly: What to Know
When we bring a dog into our family, most of us imagine that we will have that dog for the rest of the dog's life. While this is the ideal, it isn't always the reality. If your life circumstances change and you're no longer able to care for your dog, there are ethical ways to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/rehoming-dog-responsibly-know/
| April 19, 2022
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB POSTHUMOUSLY AWARDS CANINE HEROES WITH 2022 AKC PAW OF COURAGE
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is honored to recognize K9 Jedi of the Seattle, WA PD and K9 Dash of the Shepherdsville, KY PD with a posthumous 2022 AKC Paw of CourageSM award after they made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-posthumously-awards-canine-heroes-2022-akc-paw-courage/
| April 18, 2022
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Expert Advice: Agility
Oldest Agility Competitor Also One of the Year’s Top
Competing with a senior dog can come with its fair share of concerns, from joints to weakened eyesight — but at nearly 14 years old, Radiance, a Shetland Sheepdog, is still moving well in Agility. In fact, she’ll be the oldest dog competing in the 2022 National Agility Championship (NAC) on April 1-3 in Ocala, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/oldest-agility-competitor-also-one-years-top/
| March 31, 2022
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Expert Advice: Juniors
Tifani King’s Journey to Conformation From Junior Handling
Tifani King of Spring Lake Park Minnesota could technically still compete as a junior. But after a successful Juniors career, she made the decision to start not just competing against adults, but to become a professional handler, where she is hired to show other people's dogs in the breed ring. For someone with a lifelong […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/17-year-old-tifani-king-goes-from-junior-to-professional-handler/
| March 21, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2021
It goes without saying that in your house, your dog is the most popular. But what do the statistics say? The American Kennel Club has used registration data to compile the list of 2021’s most popular breeds. As always, the Labrador Retriever tops the list — this time for the 31st year! The Lab's temperament […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/most-popular-dog-breeds-of-2021/
| March 15, 2022
Press Releases
LABRADOR RETRIEVER CONTINUES ITS REIGN AS TOP DOG WHILE BULLDOG GETS BUMPED FROM TOP 5
No one can keep the Lab down! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced at a virtual press conference today at the AKC Museum of the Dog that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever is the nation’s favorite dog for the 31st consecutive year. While the loveable Lab remains a constant at the top of the charts, the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-continues-reign-top-dog-bulldog-gets-bumped-top-5/
| March 15, 2022