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Presidential Purebred Pups Are A White House Tradition
From Washington's Foxhounds to Bush's "Barney," presidential purebred pups are as traditional as baseball and apple pie. Twenty-two U.S. presidents have owned purebred dogs and most shared the White House with them. While some dogs had jobs - "Millie" authored a book, "Him" and "Her" modeled for Life magazine, and "Laddie Boy" oversaw high-level […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/presidential-purebred-pups-are-a-white-house-tradition/
| August 2, 2004
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AKC Announces Nominees of 2005 Lifetime Achievement Awards
In its endless pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were established in 1998 to honor our Fancy’s 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 level. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-nominees-of-2005-lifetime-achievment-awards/
| August 16, 2004
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AKC Announces Winners Of The 2004 Awards For Canine Excellence (ACE)
Five Dogs From Around the Nation Demonstrate Unconditional Devotion and Awe-Inspiring Assistance to Mankind New York, NY – The American Kennel Club announced today the winners of the fifth annual Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE), which honor the extraordinary canine-human bond and the innumerable ways in which dogs meaningfully contribute to our lives. Awards […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-winners-of-the-2004-awards-for-canine-excellence-ace/
| August 10, 2004
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AKC Announces Recipients of 2005 Lifetime Achievement Awards
The AKC Lifetime Achievement Awards honor those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the sport of purebred dogs on a national level. The recipients are selected by votes cast by AKC member clubs for nominees in the categories of Conformation, Companion Events, and Performance. The awards, engraved Tiffany and Co. sterling silver bowls, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-announces-recipients-of-2005-lifetime-achievement-awards/
| October 27, 2004
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AKC Organizes Shipments of Toys and Treats to Military Dogs in Iraq
The American Kennel Club (AKC) recently organized a relief effort to aid the working canines serving in Iraq after receiving word from a military veterinary technician serving overseas that "rest and relaxation" supplies were greatly needed. While the dogs are provided for in terms of basic care, many were without recreational toys and treats, which […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-organizes-shipments-of-toys-and-treats-to-military-dogs-in-iraq/
| December 22, 2004
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AKC Commends Celebrities Who Give a Woof!
--In Honor of AKC® Responsible Dog Ownership Day, AKC Salutes Stars for Choosing the Right Breed to Fit Their Lifestyles-- New York, NY — Dogs have occupied the homes of many of the world's most sought-after celebrities since the dawn of the entertainment industry. Under constant surveillance of fans, critics and the media, celebrities […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-commends-celebrities-who-give-a-woof/
| July 25, 2005
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American Kennel Club Board of Directors Mourns the Loss of Dr. Asa Mays
– A True Gentleman in the Sport of Purebred Dogs – New York, NY — The American Kennel Club's Board of Directors is deeply saddened by the loss of their associate Asa Mays, DVM. "The sport of purebred dogs lost a highly respected life-long fancier, esteemed judge and three-term AKC Board member with his passing," […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-board-of-directors-mourns-the-loss-of-dr-asa-mays/
| August 12, 2005
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Heroic Military Dog To Be Honored At Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum’s Annual Veteran’s Day Ceremon
Heroic Military Dog To Be Honored At Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum's Annual Veteran's Day Ceremony New York, NY - The American Kennel Club (AKC®) and the Intrepid Sea , Air & Space Museum will present the DOGNY Heroic Military Working Dog Award during a Veteran's Day Ceremony. The ceremony will take place […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/heroic-military-dog-to-be-honored-at-intrepid-sea-air-space-museums-an-2/
| November 9, 2005
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Heroic Military Dog To Be Honored At Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum’s Annual Veteran’s Day Ceremon
New York, NY - The American Kennel Club (AKC®) and the Intrepid Sea , Air & Space Museum will present the DOGNY Heroic Military Working Dog Award during a Veteran's Day Ceremony. The ceremony will take place Friday, November 11 at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, West 46th Street and 12th Avenue at […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/heroic-military-dog-to-be-honored-at-intrepid-sea-air-space-museums-an/
| November 9, 2005
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Labrador Retriever Leads the Pack According to AKC’s 2005 Registration Statistics
-- Tiny Terrier Poised to Overtake the Great Golden Retriever as Second Most Popular Dog in U.S.-- New York, NY — For the 15th consecutive year, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in America, according to AKC® registration figures released today. The Golden Retriever held onto the number two spot and the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-leads-the-pack-according-to-akcs-2005-registration/
| January 11, 2006