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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Guess Which of America’s Favorite Breeds Have Never Won Best in Show
For 141 years, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show judges have chosen one dog, and one dog only, as Best in Show. You would think that, with 141 different dogs being chosen, America's favorite breeds surely must have won a few times. You'd be wrong. Every year, the AKC ranks the breeds that are most […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/breeds-that-have-never-won-best-in-show-westminster/
| January 30, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Don’t You Wish You Were as Popular as the Labrador Retriever?
The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog in the United States, and for good reason. His physical capabilities and outgoing, eager-to-please temperament make him an ideal family pet and sporting dog. Contrary to his name, the Labrador Retriever doesn't come from Labrador, but from Newfoundland. There, it is thought, small water dogs were bred […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-reasons-the-lab-is-so-popular/
| January 27, 2017
Legislative Alerts
NJ ACTION NEEDED: Unintended Consequences of SCS 1640 Could Hurt Responsible Dog Owners, Dog Shows
The American Kennel Club (AKC) has strong concerns about numerous provisions in the current version of SB 1640. As currently written, the bill mischaracterizes "cruel" and bans even temporary tethering in a variety of humane circumstances, including the use of a grooming table for grooming or exhibition or tethering by disabled owners of service dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nj-action-needed-unintended-consequences-of-scs-1640-could-hurt-responsible-dog-owners-dog-shows/
| January 27, 2017
Expert Advice: Basic Training
12 Very Useful Dog Training Tips
1. Understand that a puppy is an infant dog – not a miniature adult. Adjust your expectations accordingly, considering his physical and mental limitations. Before you know it, he will be grown up! 2. Puppy-proof your house with baby gates, a crate, and/or a pen. Any time the puppy is not directly supervised, he should […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/12-useful-dog-training-tips/
| January 26, 2017
Expert Advice: Feature
Meet Mara Rose: the Little Girl Becoming a Dog Show Warrior
Leo Roar gives his best friend some loving. Their love affair is mutual and seemingly nonstop. Tiny road warrior Mara Rose attended her second American Kennel Club National Championship last month in Orlando, Fla. But there was a big difference and an entirely new perspective for her this time around. In 2015, she was still […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-mara-rose-dogshow-warrior/
| January 26, 2017
![Labrador Retriever carrying a bird in its mouth.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Labrador-Retriever-carrying-a-bird-in-its-mouth-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Breeds That Are Excellent Bird Hunters
Many AKC-recognized dog breeds were originally bred as hunting dogs. Many of these dogs are retrievers, pointers, or spaniels. These dogs have the skills, instinct, and energy to be our companions in the field, and they have been doing so for hundreds of years. Now, when hunting opportunities are limited, many of these breeds compete in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/8-excellent-bird-hunter-breeds/
| January 24, 2017
![Border Collie with a stick in its mouth outdoors.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/06154129/Border-Collie-with-a-stick-in-its-mouth-outdoors-1-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Border Collie Facts You May Not Know
The Border Collie will surely impress you with their intelligence and eagerness to please. Here are some fun facts about this hardworking breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-border-collie/
| January 24, 2017
![Newfoundland running in a field.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Newfoundland-running-in-a-field-1-400x267.jpg)
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
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
5 Fun Characteristics of the Norwich Terrier
The Norwich Terrier is living proof that good things come in small packages. Although only 10 inches tall, there's a lot of dog in that small body. Bred as a fearless ratter, this is a real working terrier. But combine that with his affectionate, fun-loving nature, and he's also an ideal family companion. Longtime fans […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/characteristics-of-the-norwich-terrier/
| January 20, 2017
![Glen of Imaal Terrier standing in profile in the grass.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/14090553/Glen-of-Imaal-Terrier-standing-in-profile-in-the-grass-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Glen of Imaal Terrier Facts You May Not Know
The Glen of Imaal Terrier dates back to the mountains of Ireland in the 16th century. Now, they're hardy, friendly terriers who excel at Earthdog and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-glen-of-imaal-terrier/
| January 18, 2017