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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Dog Breeds with Beards
In honor of start of Movember, we're putting wags and whiskers centerstage. Here are six stately dog breeds that boast some seriously awesome beards. Airedale Terrier: Look at at those muttonchops! No wonder he's called the "King of Terriers." Miniature Schnauzer: Who can resist the bushy beard (and, seriously, the EYEBROWS) on […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-bearded-dog-breeds/
| January 1, 2009
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Expert Advice: Studies
Can Dogs Tell If Someone is Untrustworthy?
Your dog unquestionably trusts you—unless you’re something of a Cruella de Vil of 101 Dalmatians infamy. Your dog unquestionably trusts you—unless you’re something of a Cruella de Vil of 101 Dalmatians infamy. You’ve earned that trust. You’ve provided a safe home, taught him how to behave around other dogs and people, and most importantly, always fill […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/can-dogs-tell-if-someone-is-trustworthy/
| January 1, 2009
Press Releases
Winners Crowned in AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championships
The American Kennel Club® is pleased to announce the winners of the AKC® Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championships, sponsored by Purina and Tri-Tronics. The event was held April 28 - May 6 at the Red Rock Field Trial grounds north of Reno, Nev. This was the 15th running of this event, which has become the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/winners-crowned-in-akc-pointing-breed-gun-dog-championships/
| May 14, 2008
Press Releases
Doug Ljungren Promoted to AVP of Performance Events
The American Kennel Club® is pleased to announce the promotion of Doug Ljungren to Assistant Vice President of Performance Events. Doug joined the AKC as Director of Performance Events in March 2007. He has been responsible for all facets of AKC Field Trials, Hunting Tests, Herding, Lure Coursing and Earthdog Events since taking over for […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/doug-ljungren-promoted-to-avp-of-performance-events/
| April 15, 2008
Press Releases
Linda Hurlebaus Hired as Executive Field Representative
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce that Linda Hurlebaus has been hired as an Executive Field Representative. Linda will join the staff on June 4, 2007 and will be assigned the Southeast region. "Linda brings a broad, hands-on experience with many breeds, valuable judging experience and extensive experience […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/linda-hurlebaus-hired-as-executive-field-representative/
| April 27, 2007
Press Releases
AKC Announces Board of Directors Election Results
-- Kenneth A. Marden Elected; Dr. Patricia H. Haines and Patti L. Strand Re-Elected; Ronald H. Menaker and David C. Merriam Re-Elected as Chairman and Vice Chairman Respectively -- The Annual Meeting of the AKC Delegates took place on March 13, 2007. Kenneth A. Marden, Delegate from the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-board-of-directors-election-results-3/
| March 14, 2007
Press Releases
Yorkies Have Their Year! Tiny Toy Overtakes Venerable Favorites — Golden Retriever And German Shepherd
- Labrador Retriever Continues to Reign Supreme - New York, NY - The American Kennel Club® announced today that the Yorkshire Terrier, fondly called the “Yorkie” by millions of enthusiasts, has overtaken the beloved Golden Retriever and the iconic German Shepherd Dog to become the second most popular purebred dog in America according to AKC® […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/yorkies-have-their-year-tiny-toy-overtakes-venerable-favorites-golden/
| January 15, 2007
Press Releases
AKC Hires Director of Performance Events
The American Kennel Club® is pleased to announce the hiring of Doug Ljungren, Director of Performance Events. Ljungren will join the staff in Raleigh, NC effective March 1, 2007. He and his wife, fancier Judy Cheshire, will relocate from Washington State. Ljungren has extensive background in both the sport of purebred dogs and in business […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-hires-director-of-performance-events/
| December 18, 2006
Press Releases
AKC Announces Recipients of the 2007 Lifetime Achievement Awards
New York, NY -- The American Kennel Club® announced today the winners of the 2007 AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards. The awards will be presented to the winners by AKC President and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis B. Sprung, at the December 5, 2006 Delegates Meeting in Long Beach, California, held in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-recipients-of-the-2007-lifetime-achievement-awards/
| September 29, 2006
Press Releases
Highlights from the August 2006 Board Meeting
New York, NY – Highlights from the August 2006 meeting of the AKC Board of Directors as follows: The Board appointed members to all of the Trial Boards, effective September 1, 2006. The full list is included in the minutes for the August 2006 meeting. The Nominating Committee, which is to nominate candidates for […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/highlights-from-the-august-2006-board-meeting/
| August 11, 2006