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The American Kennel Club Awards the 2020 Junior Versatility Scholarships
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and advocate for all dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Junior Versatility Scholarships. The scholarships are generously offered by Carolyn and Gary Koch and the AKC Juniors Department. The AKC awarded the AKC Junior Versatility Scholarships to the top five […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-awards-2020-junior-versatility-scholarships/
| February 3, 2021
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Expert Advice: News
Survey Suggests Many “Pandemic Puppy” Owners Consider Rehoming, But We Can Help
When the going gets tough, the tough get dogs. That was the lesson of 2020, when global lockdowns saw dog breeders' waitlists multiply and rescues empty as everyone rushed out for a furry companion. But new findings reveal a stunning 73 percent of people who became first-time dog owners during the COVID-19 crisis have considered […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/survey-reveals-first-time-dog-owners-need-support/
| February 2, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Dog Athlete of the Month: Melinda and Tate Conquer Dog Sports
Melinda was about to step into the ring at her first-ever Agility trial on a September day when two-year-old Silver Miniature Poodle Tate alerted for an oncoming aura migraine that would cause Melinda to lose vision temporarily. Agility trials are nerve-wracking, high-stress environments. It takes hours and hours of training to prepare for a trial […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-athlete-of-the-month-melinda-and-tate-conquer-dog-sports/
| January 29, 2021
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Like Cats and Dogs? Teach Your Pets to Live in Harmony
Can cats and dogs live together in harmony or are they destined to clash? Here's how to make sure your pets live together in peace.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teaching-dogs-cats-live-together/
| January 28, 2021
Sports & Events
Junior Stories Winter 2021
Thanks to Avery and Mara for sharing their experience in Junior Showmanship. We wish to feature as many juniors as possible, so please send your stories to juniors@akc.org. Avery Miller Hello, my name is Avery Miller and I am 12 years old. I started in the competition dog world with Barn Hunt about 5 years […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-stories/junior-stories-winter-2021/
| January 22, 2021
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
The Subtleties and Seriousness of Chronic Pain in Dogs
Progressive, persistent pain that creeps up on a dog is often tricky to spot. Referred to as chronic, it can dramatically impact their quality of life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/the-subtleties-and-seriousness-of-chronic-pain-in-dogs/
| January 20, 2021
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Expert Advice: Feature
Rare Polish Lowland Sheepdog “Ziggy” Knows Three Languages & More
It's kind of fitting that a dog named "Snowhill’s Zygmund Marley" is a Polski Owczarek Nizinny (PON in the United States) who answers to a name like Ziggy. Chances are, this is a breed (Polish Lowland Sheepdog) many of you have never heard of. In 2019, the breed ranked 173 out of 193 in popularity. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/rare-polish-lowland-sheepdog-ziggy-knows-three-languages/
| January 19, 2021
Press Releases
Whippet “Bourbon” Wins Best in Show at 20th AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin
National Champion Beats Out More Than 4,000 Dogs GCHP CH Pinnacle Kentucky Bourbon, a Whippet known as “Bourbon” triumphed over more than 4,000 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 12-13, 2020 in Orlando, FL. “Bourbon,” owned […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/whippet-bourbon-wins-best-show-20th-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin/
| January 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Why Doesn’t My Dog Play Fetch?
Have you tried everything you can, and your dog just doesn't seem to enjoy playing fetch? Here are a few reasons your dog isn't playing fetch.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-does-my-dog-not-care-about-playing-fetch/
| January 13, 2021
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Introduces New #AKCDogStars for 2021
Popular pups mix fun and education to promote dog sports and responsible dog ownership The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is excited to announce the newest members of #AKCDogStars, an Instagram influencer program. This educational program aims to spread information about dog sports and responsible dog ownership while also capturing the realities of these dog’s lives […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-introduces-new-akcdogstars-2021/
| January 5, 2021