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Is My Pup Ready?
by Lynn Leach When can I start teaching my pup to herd? Can I enter this clinic - my pup is five months old? I know she isn't ready, but is there something I can start working on? These are all very good questions I hear repeatedly. I also hear many incredibly varied answers. Herding […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/herding/articles/puppy-ready/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Livestock and Your Puppy? Not Yet!
by Lacey Herbel "Don't chew on that!" "Bad puppy! We don't potty inside!" "No! No! No! Stop barking!" When buying a new puppy, many people find that they don't come already trained. There are plenty of things that need to be tweaked before beginning training for a herding dog. Many times a new or even […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/herding/articles/livestock-and-your-puppy/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Was My Face Red…
by Lori Herbel We've all had those great moments in herding when our own outstanding handling expertise and our dog's natural, God-given talents have put us in awe and made our hearts swell, and given us cause to be proud to be herders. But why, oh why do those moments seem to be much fewer […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/herding/articles/was-my-face-red/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: News
[Photos] Border Collie Missing for 7 Years Reunited With Family
Ten years ago, Australian couple Nikki and Simon were devastated when their 6-month-old Border Collie, Sammy, went missing from their yard. Seven years later, their dog was returned to them, and it was clear he had suffered from neglect. After he was nursed back to health, the couple invited photographer Kelly Pilgrim-Byrne to do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/photos-border-collie-missing-for-7-years-reunited-with-family/
| February 26, 2016
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Expert Advice: Events
Orlando Dog Training Club Holds Successful RDO Day Event
The Orlando Dog Training Club (ODTC) hosted a successful AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day event at the downtown Orlando public library last month. The club kicked off the seminar with an introduction to selecting a breeder and the right puppy to the more than 145 people in attendance. ODTC also spoke about AKC’s Canine […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/orlando-dog-training-club-holds-rdo-event/
| October 26, 2016
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Expert Advice: News
Issue Analysis: Dispelling the Myths of Cropped Ears, Docked Tails, Dewclaws, and Debarking
Purebred dogs are purpose-bred dogs and come in all shapes and sizes. The characteristics that make each of these dogs unique also help them perform the function for which they were bred. The physical appearance of the dogs illustrates this, and is also an important part of the breed’s history. For example, the thick […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/issue-analysis-dispelling-myths/
| May 22, 2013
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Expert Advice: Government Relations
New CDC Flyers Illustrate Requirements for Entering the U.S. with a Dog
More and more people are traveling with their pets and bringing dogs into the United States from overseas. Although a pet doesn’t need a passport to enter or re-enter the United States, you are required to provide certain documentation attesting to the health of your dog or cat. These rules serve to protect the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/cdc-flyers-requirements-entering-united-states/
| November 10, 2015
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Expert Advice: News
New AKC Position Statement Re-Emphasizes Support for Purebred Dog Breeding
For over 130 years, the American Kennel Club has been dedicated to protecting and promoting the health and well-being of dogs. This is reflected in AKC events, public education initiatives, inspections, and many programs that celebrate and encourage responsible dog breeding and the preservation of purebred dogs. At its April meeting, the AKC Board […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-supports-purebred-breeding/
| April 22, 2016
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Expert Advice: Events
AKC Celebrates 6th Annual “Canines at the Capitol” Event at NC Legislature
On a very busy and stressful day at the State Capitol, North Carolina legislators and staff, were thrilled to once again welcome the American Kennel Club for the annual AKC Canines at the Capitol event. The AKC invited them to “come hug a dog on your lunch break” and they did just that – […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-celebrates-6th-annual-canines-at-the-capitol-event-at-nc-legislature/
| April 5, 2017
Sports & Events
News & Updates
4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Regulations (effective September 1, 2017) AKC Puppy of Achievement Press Release Frequently Asked Questions Breeders of Merit are Key to New Involvement in Conformation
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/puppy-of-achievement/news-and-updates/
| October 26, 2017