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Rescue Network K Breeds
Keeshond Learn about Keeshonden [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Keeshond Club of America Tawn Sinclair, (310) 457-3569, California Bay Area Rescue Keeshonden, Inc. (BARK) Heart of America Keeshond Club Joy Crisler, 7512 N Lenox Ave. Kansas City, MO 64151, 816-812-7355, showmedawgs@gmail.com Keeshond Rescue of the Central States Dina Zinnes, (217) 278-7245, IL d-zinnes@uiuc.edu Keeshond Affiliated Rescuers Of The Mid […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/rescue-network-k-breeds/
| July 13, 2022
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Westminster Best in Show Winners 2008 to 2024
Through the years, many different breeds have won Best in Show at New York City’s Westminster Dog Show, including the 2022 winner Trumpet the Bloodhound.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/westminster-winners-through-the-years/
| June 22, 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
2022 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2022. The 2022 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| January 24, 2022
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Why Do Puppies Shed Their Coats?
There is not much in this world cuter than a puppy. Besides their downy ears and ridiculous antics, part of their undeniable appeal is their soft puppy coats. Unfortunately for adoring owners, puppyhood doesn’t last forever. Loss of puppy coat is a normal part of your dog’s growth, but it can be alarming for first-time […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-puppies-shed/
| January 1, 2022
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Welsh Springer Spaniel “Captain” Wins 2021 AKC National Owner-Handler Series
The 2021 AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show winner was crowned by judge Dr. Thomas M. Davies after intense canine competition at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held on December 18th and 19th, 2021. The NOHS Best in Show honors went to GCHB CH Rolyart's Navigator @ Painted Sky […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/welsh-springer-spaniel-captain-wins-national-owner-handler-series/
| December 21, 2021
Press Releases
Welsh Springer Spaniel “Captain” Wins Best in Show at 2021 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals
The AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHB CH Rolyart's Navigator @ Painted Sky Farms, a Welsh Springer Spaniel known affectionately as “Captain” owned and handled by Sharon Sherwood and bred by Cindy Ford and Shelley Traylor. The 2021 NOHS Finals Best in Show winner was crowned by judge […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/welsh-springer-spaniel-captain-wins-best-show-2021-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Best Dog Breeds for People With Allergies
So, you want a dog but you seem to have an allergy attack whenever you're around one? You're not alone! It's estimated that 10 and 20% of people are allergic to cats and dogs, causing many prospective puppy owners to wonder which dogs are hypoallergenic. Spoiler alert: none of them are. That's right: no dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/hypoallergenic-dog-breeds/
| November 12, 2021
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2019 Most Popular Dog Breeds
Breed Rank Retrievers (Labrador) 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 French Bulldogs 4 Bulldogs 5 Poodles 6 Beagles 7 Rottweilers 8 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 9 Pembroke Welsh Corgis 10 Dachshunds 11 Yorkshire Terriers 12 Australian Shepherds 13 Boxers 14 Siberian Huskies 15 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 16 Great Danes 17 Miniature […]
https://www.akc.org/most-popular-breeds/2019-full-list/
| September 14, 2021
Press Releases
2021 National Owner-Handled Series & National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes Judging Panels Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2021 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2021-national-owner-handled-series-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/
| May 18, 2021