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![Nikki (Cirneco dell'Etna) handled by Kathy Ingram; AKC Agility Invitational presented by YuMove, December 16-18, 2022, Orlando, FL.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/12134158/CD_28907_nikkiIngram_1r322121712_3579-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Nikki’ the Cirneco dell’Etna Competes at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
80-year-old Judy Aycock has a rare Cirneco dell'Etna, "Nikki," and a Pumi, "Irwin," both running in the AKC National Championship Agility Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-cirneco-dell-etna-nikki/
| December 13, 2023
![Best of Breed: GCHS CH Kelwyn's Warrior Princess CA, Scottish Terrier; Terrier Group judging at the 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, FL.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ANC2016-Conformation-Terrier-Group-David-0E9A3359-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Conformation
Dog Show Terms & Lingo: What Common Conformation Words Mean
If you've never been to a dog show, get ready for a culture shock. These gatherings of the dog-obsessed started in the 19th century, and much of the terminology from long ago still persists today. Some of the verbiage also evolved from the idiosyncrasies of this close-knit community, where the endless focus is purebred dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-show-terms-meaning/
| December 13, 2022
![865 28" TC MACH5 RACH2 Luvakis Shirley's Thorin Eikinskjaldi CDX BN RM5 RAE4 FDC SC MXS2 PAD MJS2 PJD MFS TQX T2B4 THD RATN CGCA CGCU TKE. HP48604303. Rhodesian Ridgeback. M. 11/30/2014. Breeder(s): Teresa M West-Holmes/Paul Holmes. GCHG CH Invictus Nightmare Before Xmas JC - GCH CH Luvakis Ekundu's Don'T Call Me Shirley CD RE SC MX MXB MXJ MJB CGCA CGCU TKA. Owner(s): Alexandra Hart/Teresa M WestHolmes, 3760 Main Street, Amherst NY 14226. Handler: Alex Hart](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/12120715/121821_AKC_36366-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Thorin’ Represents Rhodesian Ridgebacks at 2023 AKC Obedience Classic
Rhodesian Ridgeback 'Thorin' may not be the first to come to mind when you think of obedience breeds. But he's the only Ridgeback competing at the AKC Obedience Classic
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-obedience-classic-rhodesian-ridgeback-thorin/
| December 12, 2023
![Best Bred By Exhibitor in Show, BBE Terrier Group First, Best of Breed, and Best Bred By in Breed/Variety: GCHG CH Alpine's Lbk Living On The Road BCAT DS CGC TKN (Pancho), American Staffordshire Terrier; Terrier Group judging at the 2019 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, Orlando, FL.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/QG5A3191-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Conformation
How Does a Dog Win a Dog Show?
Armed with keen knowledge and many years of hands-on experience, judges enter the dog show ring with the challenging task of selecting one winner. And when you're on one of the biggest dog show stages, the stakes are higher. A judge must select a single winner out of a great group of dogs, work within […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/how-does-a-dog-win-a-dog-show/
| December 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Q’ Represents Plott Hounds at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
Plott Hound 'Q' is not your average agility competitor. Known for their noses, Q is competing at the AKC Agility Invitational and representing her breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-q/
| December 8, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Dog Flu: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
When it comes to the dog flu, it’s important to always be prepared. Here's an overview of the symptoms and treatment options for canine influenza.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-flu-canine-influenza/
| November 3, 2022
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Competition/Titles Update Fall 2023
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! AGILITY Congratulations to these dogs on earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH MACH3 PACH Resq's Dopamine Rush BN RN MXG PAD MJC PJD […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-fall-2023/
| December 7, 2023
![Pekingese dog on a red carpet](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/ANC2017-Friday-Puppy-Stake-AR3I71011-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Events
First-Timer’s Guide to Attending the AKC National Championship
Never mind the Mouse. In December, Orlando is all about the dog. Actually, make that plural: Dogs–thousands of them, from tiny Chihuahuas to ginormous Great Danes–stream into Florida to compete in the American Kennel Club's annual flagship event, the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. But if you're never attended before, you might just […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/first-timers-guide-to-the-akc-invitational/
| December 4, 2019
Press Releases
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB HIRES FRANK MURPHY AS EXECUTIVE FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce that Frank Murphy has been hired as an AKC Executive Field Representative. He will start January 2nd, 2024. Murphy has over forty years of experience in handling various breeds. He has handled top winning dogs in almost every group, such as the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-hires-frank-murphy-executive-field-representative/
| December 6, 2023
Products & Services
AKC Clubs That Offer CGC
Canine Good Citizen®, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® and/or AKC Community Canine℠ An AKC club near you can provide you and your dog with training classes and testing for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, CGC and AKC Community Canine. You will be able to earn official AKC titles in Canine Good Citizen (the "CGC" title) and AKC Community Canine […]
https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/finding-classes-and-evaluators/akc-clubs-that-offer-cgc/
| October 26, 2017