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2020 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/2020-lifetime-achievement-award-nominees/
| September 23, 2019
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AKC PupPals: Breeds Needed
We welcome all breeds, including All-American Dogs, to enroll in the AKC PupPals Program. Our goal is to have each breed represented. This allows us to fulfill special requests from children seeking a specific breed. It also allows us to introduce these wonderful, and sometimes rare, breeds to children. We are especially in need of […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/akc-puppals-program/akc-puppals-breeds-needed/
| October 29, 2019
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Describing Dogs Lesson Plan
Learning Objectives Students will use target vocabulary to describe pictures of purebred dogs and dog accessories. ELL Level Emerging and Developing Focus Listening, Speaking Vocabulary white, black, brown, yellow, big, small, medium Materials Needed Flashcards for colors, dogs, size words Lesson Introduction • Review students’ prior knowledge of color words by showing color flashcards and […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/describing-dogs-lesson-plan/
| August 8, 2019
Expert Advice: Health Testing
Early Detection of Bladder Cancer Possible With New Screening Tool
A phone call from a puppy buyer delivered news to Darlene Stewart that no breeder wants to receive. Their beloved family pet had been ill. The Beagle male was having recurring urinary tract infections that did not respond to antibiotics. Stewart’s thoughts immediately went to the dog’s grandmother that she had lost to bladder cancer, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/early-detection-of-bladder-cancer-possible/
| July 5, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Collier County, FL: Board of Commissioners to Discuss Limiting Pet Choice TOMORROW 10/8/19
October 7, 2019 The Collier County (FL) Board of Commissioners is scheduled to consider several proposals that could restrict consumer choice for residents who wish to add a dog to the family. Concerned animal owners are encouraged to attend the meeting on October 8, 2019 to learn more about the proposals, and residents are urged […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/collier-county-fl-board-commissioners-discuss-limiting-pet-choice-tomorrow-10-8-19/
| October 7, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
Whiskey the Whippet Crowned 2018 AKC National Champion
Whiskey is typically an acquired taste. But at the largest-ever AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin on December 15 and 16, judges and spectators alike toasted a 3-year-old Whippet by that name who went all the way to Best in Show under judge Elliott B. Weiss. The First Whippet Winner Platinum Grand Champion Pinnacle […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-champion-2018/
| January 2, 2019
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Expert Advice: Events
Why You Need to See the Puppy And Junior Stakes at the National Championship
Love puppies? Love to see them strutting their stuff? Then you’ll really love a new event at this year’s show, the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes. The event is open to all AKC-registered breeds, including Miscellaneous Class breeds and is divided into classes by age. You’ll see puppies as young as six months up to 18-month […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/need-see-puppy-junior-stakes-national-championship/
| November 30, 2017
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Expert Advice: Health
Personalized Medicine For Dogs
Personalized medicine, which has seen success in humans, is now flourishing in veterinary medicine. Conditions from canine cancers to drug and anesthesia sensitivity are being studied in new ways. The AKC CHF is focusing on personalized medicine as a means to unlock new treatment methods. Would your dogs benefit from targeted health treatment and prevention plans […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/personalized-medicine-for-dogs/
| October 2, 2019
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Competition Update Fall 2019
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking and Trick Dog. Big congrats to the first All-American to earn the Scent Work Masters title and the seventh All-American to earn the Obedience Trial Championship! AGILITY Master Agility Championships (MACH) Multiple Master Agility […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-update-fall-2019/
| September 26, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Canines On Campus: Cheering On 6 College Football Dog Mascots
College football season is once again upon us, and that means it's time to get your jerseys out and start planning your tailgate parties. College football is already great, but one thing that makes it even better? Live dog mascots on the sidelines. Even if you're not a football fan, you'll be sure to find […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-college-football-dog-mascots/
| October 1, 2019