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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
13 of the Most Trainable Dog Breeds
Usually, when we ask if a dog is smart, we really want to know how trainable they are. Although intelligence is a major component in a dog's ability to learn, each breed has a distinct personality, instinctive drive, and genetic heritage, which will affect trainability. For example, some breeds were developed to work cooperatively with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/13-of-the-most-trainable-breeds/
| January 18, 2018
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Expert Advice: Health
Thyroid Disease in Dogs: What to Know
Thyroid disease in dogs can come in a lot of different forms. Learn about some of the main types of canine thyroid disease.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/thyroid-disease-in-dogs/
| January 17, 2018
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Dog
When you're making your New Year's resolutions, consider your dog's goals, too. Here are five easy ways to make this year wonderful for you and your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/new-years-resolutions-you-and-dog/
| January 8, 2018
Press Releases
Top Dogs Crowned at AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational
The 2017 AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational took place December 16-17, 2017 in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. Obedience and agility competitions for junior handlers were held for the seventh year, and an AKC Rally® […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-at-akc-obedience-classic-and-akc-agility-invitational/
| December 20, 2017
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Announces the 2017 Breeder of the Year by Sport Winners
The American Kennel Club® (AKC), the leading advocate for dogs, is delighted to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect, and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-the-2017-breeder-of-the-year-by-sport-winners/
| December 20, 2017
Press Releases
Cocker Spaniel “Striker” Wins Best in Show at Largest Ever AKC National Championship
COCKER SPANIEL “STRIKER” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT LARGEST EVER AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN National Champion Beats Dogs from 50 States and 44 Countries GCHP CH Silverhall Strike Force, an ASCOB Cocker Spaniel known as “Striker” triumphed over nearly 5,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize, a paw print pendant […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/cocker-spaniel-striker-wins-best-in-show-at-largest-ever-akc-national-championship/
| December 19, 2017
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Expert Advice: News
Top Dogs Crowned at 2017 AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational
They jump, they weave, they sit, and they stay. We're talking about the winners of the AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational at the 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, of course. Competition took place December 16-17, 2017 in Orlando, Fla. and it was an incredible sight to see. These competitions demonstrate […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/crowned-2017-akc-obedience-classic-agility-invitational/
| December 19, 2017
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2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) honored recipients of the AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards at the annual Delegates Meeting Luncheon, in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, Florida. The winners received an engraved silver Revere bowl. A larger Tiffany and Co. bowl, engraved with the names of all recipients past […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/recipients/2018-lifetime-achievement-award-recipients/
| December 13, 2017
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2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees
In its endless pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were created and first awarded in 1999 to honor our best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our sport on a national […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/nominees/2018-lifetime-achievement-award-nominees/
| December 13, 2017
Clubs & Delegates
AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award
The AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award Program was established in 2006 to provide each AKC Member Club with an embossed AKC medallion to award on a yearly basis as an ongoing effort to celebrate its volunteer club members. This award honors those individuals who deserve special recognition that have made a difference in the Sport of […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/clubs/resources/akc-outstanding-sportsmanship-award/
| November 21, 2017