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Legislative Alerts MA Update: Act NOW to Oppose Bill Restricting Consumers’ Pet Choices and Protections
Two dog-related bills garner continued consideration in the Massachusetts General Court. The American Kennel Club (AKC) encourages Massachusetts residents to: Review and identify any concerns with the re-drafted and favorably released bills known as “Ollie’s Law;” and Contact your legislators in opposition to 826, banning new pet retail sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits. TO […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ma-update-act-now-oppose-bill-restricting-consumers-pet-choices-protections/ | April 29, 2024
Japanese Chin sitting in the grass.
Expert Advice: Fun Facts Japanese Chin Facts You May Not Know
The Japanese Chin actually originated in China. Learn more Japanese Chin fun facts to learn about this breed's history and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-japanese-chin/ | February 21, 2017
Expert Advice: Feature From Farm Life to the Conformation Ring, ‘Perogie’ Gets the Best of Both Worlds
"Perogie" the Bernese Mountain Dog spent the first five years of his life as a farm dog. Then, a chance encounter got him started in conformation.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/perogie-bernese-mountain-dog/ | April 25, 2024
Central Asian Shepherd Dog on leash sitting next to its owner outdoors in the summer.
Expert Advice: Basic Training Dog Ownership Etiquette: How to Be a Good Dog Owner in Your Community
Owning a dog means having certain responsibilities that come with dog ownership. It also means following the sometimes unspoken rules of dog ownership etiquette and good manners. After all, common courtesy goes a long way in making your dog a welcome member of the neighborhood. For new dog owners, knowing community dog ownership protocols can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-ownership-etiquette/ | February 25, 2022
American Hairless Terrier standing in profile in the grass.
Expert Advice: Training How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash
Pulling on the leash is a common yet frustrating dog behavior. These 10 tips will help you teach your dog leash manners so you can both enjoy your walks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/expert-tips-dog-leash-issues/ | December 8, 2023
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation How to Differentiate Between These Pointing Breeds
There are 14 pointing breeds, but some can get a bit confusing. The Pointer, German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and Wirehaired Vizsla are often confused, but we've got the differences and similarities down for you.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/pointing-breeds-differences/ | April 26, 2024
Best of Breed: GCHS CH Shaker Trees Santana, Gordon Setter, and handler Virginia Powell; Sporting Group judging at the 2021 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, Orlando, FL.
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation AKC Breed Recognition Facts You May Not Know
The American Kennel Club has officially recognized over 200 breeds. Take a look at these AKC breed recognition fun facts to learn more!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/facts-breed-recognition/ | July 6, 2022
Pages Competition/Titles Update Winter 2024
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 Agility Grand Championship (AGCH) AGCH MACH6 Mister Tedley MXS2 PDS MJS2 PJD PJDP MFG TQX T2B6 ACT2 TKA owned by Kathy Crain of […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-winter-2024/ | March 14, 2024
"Revenant" (Whippet) owned by Becky Ziegler from Arlington, WA. 2024 AKC Fastest Dogs USA presented by The Farmer's Dog, Feb 22-23, State Farm Stadium, Glendale AZ.
Expert Advice: Dog Sports Meet the Winners of AKC’s Fastest Dogs USA 2024
Some of the fastest dogs in the country dashed after the coveted "bunny" lure in a 100-yard Fast CAT dash at Fastest Dogs USA, held on May 19 in Rock...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/winners-akc-fastest-dogs-usa-2024/ | April 15, 2024
Newfoundland running in a field.
Expert Advice: Fun Facts Newfoundland Facts You May Not Know
There's one thing everyone knows about a Newfoundland: he's big, really big. A full-grown male stands as high as 28 inches tall and weighs in at 130-150 pounds. But there is so much more to this breed than size, as any Newf lover can tell you. Check out these Newfoundland fun facts to learn more […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-newfoundland/ | January 24, 2017

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