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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Remove Dog Hair From Your Car
If you have a dog, chances are you have a lot of dog hair in your car. Here's how to clean your vehicle to remove excess hair and keep your vehicle clean.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-remove-dog-hair-from-car/
| August 22, 2022
Products & Services
Master Groomer Testing
The title of Master Groomer is hard-earned through years of consistency, integrity, and support of our best friends. Yet we all have to start somewhere. We encourage you to begin the Master Groomer journey wherever you're comfortable. Are you a pro with Bichons? Then get started with the Curly coat type! It's up to you. […]
https://www.akc.org/products-services/akc-safe-grooming-program/akc-master-groomer/testing/
| August 15, 2022
Clubs & Delegates
Parent Clubs Committee Best Practices
Parent Club Best Practices Mission Statement Welcome to the Best Practices resource documents and links created by the Parent Club Best Practices Committee. Our committee was formed in the early months of 2020 and represents the collective efforts of nearly a dozen AKC Delegates, Parent Club Presidents or Officers and AKC Staff. Our overarching goal […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/parent-clubs-committee-best-practices/
| August 12, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
What Dog Sports Can Visually Impaired Dogs Compete In?
Do you have a blind or visually impaired dog at home? Although these dogs can have some challenges getting around at first most dogs adjust quite well...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/what-dog-sports-can-visually-impaired-dogs-compete-in/
| August 3, 2022
Press Releases
2022 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 2022 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 NOHS Finals will be held […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-national-owner-handled-series-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/
| July 22, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet The 2022 Westminster Dog Show Group Winners
More than 3,000 dogs vied and more than 200 breeds competed for the coveted title of Best in Show at the 146th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan®. After three days of breed competition and two days of group competition, seven dogs moved forward to Best in Show competition to be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/2022-westminster-dog-show-group-winners/
| June 24, 2022
Sports & Events
Junior Report: Maximillian Thompson
My name is Maximillian Thompson. I’m currently seventeen years old and am from northeastern Minnesota. I started training for Rally, Agility, and Junior Showmanship back in late 2014, when I got my first dog, an energetic field Golden Retriever named Stella. She was one and a half at the time. Her family had given her […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-maximillian-thompson/
| May 5, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Diabetes in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can affect dogs and cats and other animals (including apes, pigs, and horses) as well as humans. Although diabetes can’t be cured, it can be managed very successfully. Diabetes mellitus, or “sugar diabetes,” is the type of diabetes seen most often in dogs. It is a metabolism disorder. Metabolism […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/diabetes-in-dogs/
| April 11, 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
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
Best Breeder Practices for Producing Healthy Puppies for Pets
Breeding dogs that produce quality pets has never been more important in the dog breeding profession. Crossing a healthy, high-quality sire and dam is a good place to start, though there are many other considerations along the way. Practicing good nutrition, having a quality water supply, adhering to vaccination schedules, staying on top of parasite […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/best-breeder-practices-producing-healthy-puppies-pets/
| February 25, 2022