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Junior Report Samantha Van Buren
2017 AKC Scholarship Recipient Samantha Van Buren I am currently attending the University of Minnesota. I am studying environmental studies and animal science. I plan to pursue a career in these fields. I also plan to stay involved with AKC dog events, as it is my passion and I think I can contribute positively to […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-samantha-van-buren/
| December 13, 2017
Canine Partners
Yogi Tells the Story of the Road to Therapy Dog
I am Yogi and I am 9 and half years old. When I was born, I looked like a bear and I was smart. My Daddy said "I was smarter than the average bear." My Daddy named me Yogi. When I was about 3 months old, Daddy took me to a group obedience training class. […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/yogi-tells-the-story-of-the-road-to-therapy-dog/
| January 11, 2016
Canine Partners
Who’s Your Valentine? Ten Ways to Show Your Dog Some Love
By AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Hilarie Erb This Valentine’s Day, think about who really loves you unconditionally. It’s nice that your human significant other doesn’t steal your socks, but does he/she match your dog’s crazy enthusiasm every time you come home? Here are some things you can do for your dog that will show your […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/whos-your-valentine-ten-ways-to-show-your-dog-some-love/
| February 10, 2016
Canine Partners
Up-For-Adoption Deaf Dog Is One Smart Guy – Ziggy Demos His Many Tricks!
This is Ziggy and he's available for adoption! He saw Dr. Clapper last week for a surgical consultation. Isn't he one smart dog?? Posted by Bryan Road Animal Hospital on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 Laurie Metzger of Foley, MO, is serving as a foster mother for Ziggy, a deaf American Staffordshire Terrier mix, who has […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/up-for-adoption-deaf-dog-is-one-smart-guy-ziggy-demos-his-many-tricks/
| July 9, 2015
Canine Partners
Tricks But Please No Treats For Dogs
Gaia is in her Halloween costume, posing with this trick-or-treat loot, but her owner, Bibi McCormick of Cary, NC, does not plan for her to eat any as chocolate and many ingredients found in candy are not good for dogs. Gaia is a 2-year-old mixed breed who is a member of the AKC Canine Partners […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/tricks-but-please-no-treats-for-dogs/
| October 30, 2015
Canine Partners
This Dog Knows the Tricks of the Trade!
AKC Canine Partners member Faust holds the title of Intermediate Trick Dog (ITD) through the Do More With Your Dog! program. Faust’s owner Jennifer McLean, a Louisiana resident, has taught Faust dozens of tricks and does not plan to stop adding on skills until he achieves the most advanced title of Expert Trick Dog and […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/this-dog-knows-the-tricks-of-the-trade/
| May 28, 2015
Canine Partners
The Wide World of Canine Sports: Older Dog Enjoying New “Tricks”
But luckily, there are numerous dog sports and activities to keep every age of dog happy and active. When Keller’s Toccoa Millie CAX CGC aged out of her favorite sport of AKC Coursing Ability, her owners Bob & Paulette Keller looked for other options that would keep the 9-year-old canine athlete engaged and focused. The […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-wide-world-of-canine-sports-older-dog-enjoying-new-tricks/
| August 25, 2015
Canine Partners
Teen Never Gives Up on Shy Rescue Pup – Now Winning Agility Ribbons
Meet teenager Sayward Kemp of Morgantown, WV, and her Beagle-mix, Keira, who compete in agility. We know you will enjoy the story of how Sayward committed to never giving up on her formerly scared, shy rescue puppy. It takes less than a minute for Sayward Kemp to run Keira through an agility course. The 18-year-old […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/teen-never-gives-up-on-shy-rescue-pup-now-winning-agility-ribbons/
| May 22, 2015
Canine Partners
Teach Your Dog to Give You a Hug!
This trick tip is brought to you by AKC GoodDog! Helpline trainer Milena Barreto. Milena and her Standard Poodle, Phoebe, are a therapy dog team and entertain many people with their large repertoire of tricks. Here, Milena tells us how to get your dog to give you a hug on cue! Playing outside with your […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/teach-your-dog-to-give-you-a-hug/
| May 20, 2015
Canine Partners
Teach A Trick — It’s Fun for Your Dog and You!
This training tip is brought to us by Karen Profenna of New City, NY. Karen is a Certified Trick Dog Trainer, and owner of AKC Canine Partner enrollee, Hailey, who is a Trick Dog Champion and AKC Master Agility Champion. Karen tells us tips on teaching tricks and goes into detail on how to teach […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/teach-a-trick-its-fun-for-your-dog-and-you/
| April 21, 2015