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The American Kennel Club Introduces Puppy Pack 2.0: Puppies Making a Difference
Calling all puppy lovers! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is excited to announce the newest group of puppies for its “AKC Puppy Pack,” which will feature three puppies training for work that will transform the lives of their human companions - what’s better than that? The AKC will follow the endearing stories of all eight […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-introduces-puppy-pack-2-0-puppies-making-difference/
| October 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
20 Items That Labrador Retriever Lovers Need
When you love your dog, you should tell the whole world! If the Labrador Retriever is a favorite of yours, why not deck out your house and wardrobe with everything related to America's most popular dog breed? If you're looking to showcase your favorite breed, or looking for the perfect item for a Lab-loving friend, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/20-items-that-all-labrador-retriever-owners-need-to-have/
| October 8, 2019
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
CGC & Me: Callie the Brussels Griffon Embraces Outsize Role As Small Service Dog
BGs: How Deep Is Your Love? Callie is a 1-year-old Brussels Griffon living in Marlow, New Hampshire, with her owner Karin Strickland. Karin had recently lost her 13-year-old Boston Terrier, Sammie, and she knew she needed another dog in her life. After becoming enamored with BGs last year, Karin found a responsible breeder, and soon […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/canine-good-citizen-callie-shines-as-small-service-dog/
| September 13, 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: 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
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club Announces 2019 Breeder of the Year Group Honorees
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2019 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “The breeders honored with this award have made important contributions to the sport and future of purebred dogs,” said Dennis Sprung, AKC President and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-2019-breeder-year-group-honorees/
| September 19, 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
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Every October, we are reminded to spread the word about breast cancer prevention and early detection. That awareness extends to our dogs as well. How does hearing the words “she’s got breast cancer” affect you? Does it bring tears to your eyes? Start a knot in the pit of your stomach? Unleash anger at being […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/breast-cancer-awareness-for-humans-and-dogs/
| September 27, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
2019 ACE Award Winners: Meet the 5 Heroic Dogs Being Honored This Year
The 2019 winners of the AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE) were announced September 23. This year's five winners include a Rottweiler who comforted survivors of mass shootings across the country, an Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) Labrador Retriever, a Doberman Pinscher who has participated in 29 missing person searches, a Dalmatian who doubles […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2019-ace-award-winners-meet-5-heroic-dogs-honored-year/
| September 23, 2019