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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Dog Ownership Etiquette: How to Be a Good Dog Owner in Your Community
Owning a dog means having certain responsibilities that come with dog ownership. It also means following the sometimes unspoken rules of dog ownership etiquette and good manners. After all, common courtesy goes a long way in making your dog a welcome member of the neighborhood. For new dog owners, knowing community dog ownership protocols can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-ownership-etiquette/
| February 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Training
How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash
Pulling on the leash is a common yet frustrating dog behavior. These 10 tips will help you teach your dog leash manners so you can both enjoy your walks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/expert-tips-dog-leash-issues/
| December 8, 2023
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
How to Differentiate Between These Pointing Breeds
There are 14 pointing breeds, but some can get a bit confusing. The Pointer, German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and Wirehaired Vizsla are often confused, but we've got the differences and similarities down for you.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/pointing-breeds-differences/
| April 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
AKC Breed Recognition Facts You May Not Know
The American Kennel Club has officially recognized over 200 breeds. Take a look at these AKC breed recognition fun facts to learn more!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/facts-breed-recognition/
| July 6, 2022
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Competition/Titles Update Winter 2024
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY Agility Grand Championship (AGCH) AGCH MACH6 Mister Tedley MXS2 PDS MJS2 PJD PJDP MFG TQX T2B6 ACT2 TKA owned by Kathy Crain of […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-winter-2024/
| March 14, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet the Winners of AKC’s Fastest Dogs USA 2024
Some of the fastest dogs in the country dashed after the coveted "bunny" lure in a 100-yard Fast CAT dash at Fastest Dogs USA, held on May 19 in Rock...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/winners-akc-fastest-dogs-usa-2024/
| April 15, 2024
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
Treeing Walker Coonhound Facts You May Not Know
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a hound bred to hunt raccoons. Learn more about its unique history and what makes it such a versatile hunting dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-treeing-walker-coonhound/
| November 7, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Chihuahua Fun Facts You May Not Know
The Chihuahua is an adorable, athletic, and smart dog. There’s a lot of personality and attitude packed into that compact body. Here are nine things to know about this member of the Toy Group. Chihuahuas Were Important to the Aztecs The Aztec nobility of Mexico kept Chihuahuas. The breed was so sacred that, when an aristocrat […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-chihuahua/
| September 23, 2021
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Italian Greyhound Facts You May Not Know
The Italian Greyhound is many things, as well as a smaller cousin of the Greyhound. Learn more about this sleek, quick sighthound.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-italian-greyhound/
| September 8, 2016