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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Breed Spotlight: A Devoted Clown, the Toy Fox Terrier
AKC Gazette breed column, Toy Fox Terriers This talented little dog is a smart, adaptable companion. The Toy Fox Terrier, or TFT, is a truly American breed of dog. We have heard so many stories from people of all ages who lovingly remember growing up with one of these devoted little clowns. Always willing to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/breed-spotlight-devoted-clown-toy-fox-terrier/
| February 1, 2018
Canine Partners
Husky Lite: Meet the Alaskan Klee Kai
As a dog trainer, Karissa Solberg had worked with many different breeds and mixes. But she had never seen anything quite like the little dog that walked into her basic obedience class one night in 2008. The cute prick-eared canine looked like a miniature husky. “I was enthralled with the dog, and her owner was […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/husky-lite-meet-alaskan-klee-kai/
| February 1, 2018
Expert Advice: Government Relations
Why Breed Bans Affect You
Does your dog have almond shaped eyes? A heavy and muscular neck? A tail medium in length that tapers to a point? A smooth and short coat? A broad chest? If you said yes to these questions, then congratulations, you own a “pit bull” …At least according to the City and County of San Francisco’s […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/breed-bans-affect/
| February 1, 2018
Expert Advice: AKC Gazette
Storm, the Doberman Who Owned Westminster
In the early 1950s, a stunning Doberman Pinscher came charging out of California to vanquish the best show dogs the East Coast elites had to offer. In the process, he became an international superstar. Among the treasures of the AKC Library & Archives is the Len and Shirley Carey collection of photos, clippings, scrapbooks, correspondence, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/gazette/storm-doberman-owned-westminster/
| January 31, 2018
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New Website FAQ For Dog Breeders
Below are some frequently asked questions about finding information on the new AKC.org website. If you have a moment, we encourage you to read the step-by-step instructions or watch the video to familiarize yourself with the structure of the new site to help you during future visits. Select your device: Desktop Instructions Mobile Instructions Full Video Webinar […]
https://www.akc.org/new-website-help-guide/new-website-faq-dog-breeders/
| January 12, 2018
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Facts You May Not Know
You may never have even heard of the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje, and it's a rarer breed. These fun facts will help you get to know the breed!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/fun-facts-nederlandse-kooikerhondje/
| January 10, 2018
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New Website FAQ For Dog Owners
Below are some frequently asked questions about finding information on the new AKC.org website. If you have a moment, we encourage you to read the step-by-step instructions or watch the video to familiarize yourself with the structure of the new site to help you during future visits. Select your device: Desktop Instructions Mobile Instructions Please note: Larger […]
https://www.akc.org/new-website-help-guide/faq-dog-owners/
| January 9, 2018
Expert Advice: Names
Top 96 Sports-Themed Names for Your Dog
There are so many different ways to go if you want to give your dog a sports-related name. You can honor a favorite athlete or a team. Perhaps you're a rabid fan of a particular sport. Sometimes, a dog's appearance, talents, or personality suggest just the right name. Or maybe you just like the sound […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-96-dog-sports-names/
| December 21, 2017
Expert Advice: Names
150 French Names for Your Dog
Some dog owners like to choose dog names that honor the breed's country of origin. If you have a French breed, such as the Poodle, Briard, French Bulldog, or Dogue de Bordeaux, you have so many names to choose from. There's something about French, the language of love, that makes any name sound more important […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/150-french-names-dog/
| December 12, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
New Research in Canine Semen Evaluation and Fertility Outcomes
Artificial insemination (AI) is a common practice in canine reproduction, and in addition to the practice of AI, the use of chilled or frozen sperm has increased in popularity. But what are the effects of these storage methods on reproductive outcomes? Routine analysis of semen typically looks at morphology, motility, and velocity of the sperm, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/canine-semen-evaluation-fertility-outcomes/
| November 20, 2017