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Expert Advice: Conformation
Looking Over the Gait: The Basics of Canine Movement
Movement involves every part of a dog’s construction, and because no two breeds move exactly alike, the study of movement can be a life’s work. Expert breeders and anatomists have written shelves full of books on the subject, and gifted photographers and filmmakers have documented canine locomotion in minute detail. Here, then, are just a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/looking-over-the-gait/
| August 23, 2017
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Expert Advice: News
2017 Breeder of the Year Honorees Represent Dedication and Commitment to Purebred Dogs
Each year, we are proud to recognize and celebrate the men and women who dedicate their lives to improving the health, temperament, and quality of purebred dogs. These breeders are the heart of our organizations and they deserve to be recognized for their incredible work. One breeder is chosen from each of the seven groups […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2017-breeder-of-the-year/
| November 6, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
AKC National Championship Draws Record Entry
We've done it again. In the 17th year of the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin the event has drawn record entry numbers. An entry of 4803 dogs will compete for the title of National Champion on December 16 and 17, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. Combined with the other weekend events including the inaugural […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-draws-record-entry/
| November 21, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin Results After Saturday Dec. 16
It's been an exciting weekend so far at the AKC National Championship. The competition is only heating up as the big prize, Best in Show will be decided Sunday, Dec. 17. Check out the results from Saturday's group winners, who will compete for the coveted title. Group Winners from Saturday, Dec. 16 After winning Best […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/results-after-saturday-2017/
| December 16, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
Meet the Group Winners Competing for Best in Show at the 2017 AKC National Championship
Now that all of the Best of Breed Group Winners have officially been named, we're one step closer to crowning this year's AKC National Championship Best in Show champion! In case you missed our Group Finals livestreams on AKC.org, here's a recap of all of the commendable canines who will be competing for this year's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/group-winners-2017-national-championship/
| December 17, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
Striker the Cocker Spaniel Wins 2017 AKC National Championship Presented By Royal Canin
It's the moment we've all been waiting for! After an incredible competition, GCHP CH Silverhall Strike Force, an ASCOB Cocker Spaniel known as "Striker" was named Best in Show at the 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin. "Striker" triumphed over nearly 5,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize in addition to the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/cocker-spaniel-wins-2017-akc-national-championship/
| December 17, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
Mastiff Wins AKC Meet the Breeds “Best Booth in Show”
Every year in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin the general public is given the exciting opportunity to meet (and more importantly, play with!) over 100 different dog breeds at AKC Meet the Breeds. Attendees get the opportunity to learn about the different breeds and find out which dog might be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/mastiff-wins-best-booth-in-show/
| December 17, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
Helyne E. Medeiros Named 2017 AKC Breeder of the Year
The annual AKC Breeder of the Year award honors those breeders who have made an impact on their breed and dedicated their lives to improving the health, temperament and quality of purebred dogs. This year, Helyne E. Medeiros was presented with the 2017 AKC Breeder of the Year award for her Seasyde Pointers at the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2017-akc-breeder-of-the-year/
| December 17, 2017
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
World-Class Equestrian Goes to the Dogs—and Finds Many Similarities
Cleo and Gwen Blake practice at Family Dog Training Center in Kent, Wash., a Seattle suburb. “Practice doesn’t make perfect, perfect practice makes perfect,” says Blake. “And we need plenty of that.” Photo courtesy Kathy Lang. For Gwen Blake, it’s back to basics every time she steps into the obedience and rally rings with her […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/world-class-equestrian-goes-to-the-dogs/
| January 26, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
What You Need to Know About AKC Scent Work
On October 1, the AKC rolled out Scent Work, a new titling event open to all dogs. Before the AKC introduces a new sport, staff methodically evaluates, adapts, and develops the event. The process can take several months, sometimes years. Stephanie Kennerley is Sports and Events Projects coordinator. Her department creates and implements new AKC sports […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/what-you-need-to-know-akc-scent-work/
| February 15, 2018