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Expert Advice: Events
Which Breeds Excel in Agility?
Agility is an exciting event that requires conditioning, concentration, training and teamwork. Dog and handlers negotiate an obstacle course racing against the clock, requiring a true bond and very clear communication. We got to witness some fantastic runs at the 2016 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, and caught up with Carrie DeYoung, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/which-breeds-excel-in-agility/
| December 17, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Things You Didn’t Know About the Airedale Terrier
Airedale Terriers used to be one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. They are incredibly versatile and intelligent, and they love to be part of a family. Here are some more interesting facts about the Airedale Terrier: 1. They Were Originally Used to Hunt Rats The Airedale Terrier originated in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/airedale-terrier-facts/
| December 6, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Lagotto Romagnolo Facts You May Not Know
This stunning Italian dog breed is more than meets the eye. Here are some facts about the Lagotto Romagnolo you might not know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-lagotto-romagnolo/
| November 17, 2016
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Flocked and Fantastic: Meet the Bergamasco
Unlike the corded coat of the Puli or Komondor, the Bergamasco’s coat consists of flocks — large, irregular dense mats of felted hair.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/flocked-and-fantastic-meet-the-bergamasco/
| November 2, 2016
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Introducing a Ground-Breaking New Test For Canine Bladder Cancer
The Gift of Time: Introducing a Ground-Breaking New Test For Canine Bladder Cancer We live in amazing times. It seems like just yesterday that we awoke to the rising threat of bladder cancer [also known as transitional cell carcinoma (TCC)/urothelial carcinoma (UC)] in our dogs, with new cases being diagnosed far too frequently. As some […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/introducing-a-ground-breaking-new-test-for-canine-bladder-cancer/
| October 14, 2016
Press Releases
AKC Announces 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award Finalists
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award finalists in the categories of Conformation, Companion Events and Performance Events. The Awards, created and first awarded in 1999, are presented in recognition of exceptional participation and achievement within the dog fancy. The finalists chosen, based on […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2017-lifetime-achievement-award-finalists/
| October 5, 2016
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Expert Advice: General Health
Obesity in Dogs: What to Know
Obesity in dogs can put your pet at risk for other health conditions. Here's what to know about canine obesity and what to discuss with your vet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/things-you-should-know-about-dog-obesity/
| October 4, 2016
Pages
2017 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
In its ongoing pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were created and first awarded in 1999 to honor our very best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our sport on a […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2017-2/
| October 3, 2016
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club and The Theriogenology Foundation Announce 2016 Companion Animal Residents
New York, NY - The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry, the Theriogenology Foundation and the AKC Canine Health Foundation announced today the 2016 residents of the American Kennel Club/Theriogenology Foundation Companion Animal Residencies in Theriogenology. The residency program is made possible by generous grants from the AKC and the AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/theriogenology-2016-companion-animal-residents/
| September 28, 2016
Canine Partners
Pup Abandoned in Warehouse Gains Confidence Through Agility
Stella was found as a puppy in a warehouse, and I adopted her at 4 months of age from a rescue group that advertised her as a Border Collie-terrier mix. Stella didn’t act like a terrier and kept growing, and growing. A DNA test indicated that she is 25% Great Pyrenees, 25% Old English Sheepdog, 25% […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/pup-abandoned-in-warehouse-gains-confidence-thru-agility/
| September 8, 2016