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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dog Star of the Month: Miss Pickles the Pug
Bright lights, dozens of people, and a dog that must concentrate only one thing: her owner's commands. For Miss Pickles the Pug, this is not a moment in the show ring. This is her chance to shine as a canine actress premiering on one of the biggest single-day sports events in the world: The Super […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-star-of-the-month-miss-pickles-the-pug/
| February 18, 2019
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dog Super Bowl Commercials: What Breed Was That?
Did you miss any of the camera-ready canines who lit up the screen during Sunday's big game? From avocados to beer, this year's Super Bowl ads certainly seemed targeted at dog lovers. Check out some of the four-legged stars from the dog Super Bowl commercials and see if you recognize their breeds. Afghan Hound - […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-super-bowl-commercials-2019/
| February 5, 2019
Press Releases
Whippet “Whiskey” Wins Best in Show at Largest Ever AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin
National Champion Beats Dogs from 49 States and 21 Countries GCHP CH Pinnacle Tennessee Whiskey, a Whippet known as “Whiskey,” triumphed over more than 5,000 entries to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 15-16, 2018 in Orlando, Fla. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/whippet-whiskey-wins-best-show-largest-ever-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin/
| January 2, 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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Top Dogs Crowned at 2018 AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational
Hundreds of dogs from all over the United States and beyond met in Florida to weave between poles, sit on demand, and jump through obstacles. Only a few of these dogs came out on top as winners of the AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational at the 2018 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2018-obedience-and-agility-winners/
| December 18, 2018
Press Releases
Top Dogs Crowned at AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational
The 2018 AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational took place December 15-16, 2018 in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. Obedience and agility competitions for junior handlers were held for the eighth year, and an AKC Rally® […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-akc-obedience-classic-akc-agility-invitational/
| December 17, 2018
Legislative Alerts
Urge U.S. Senate to Advance HR 4577 NOW to Support National Security Defense, Purpose-Bred Dog Breeding and Standards for US Bomb-Sniffing Dogs
Summary: The U.S. imports 80-90% of its bomb- sniffing dogs from overseas breeders. Increasing demand and a shortage of dogs places U.S. national security in unnecessary jeopardy. HR 4577 creates a path forward to improve standards and capacity for explosives detection dogs and encourages domestic breeding programs. Please contact your Senators now and ask them […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/urge-u-s-senate-advance-hr-4577-now-support-national-security-defense-purpose-bred-dog-breeding-standards-us-bomb-sniffing-dogs/
| September 12, 2018
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“Trevor Becomes a Good Citizen” by Martha Barnes
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Identifying Traits of a Good Citizen Lesson Plan for Grades 1-2"] Identifying Traits of a Good Citizen in Trevor Becomes a Good Citizen Learning Objectives Students will identify the traits of a good citizen and consider the ways that Trevor is a good citizen. Grade Levels 1-2 Standards Common Core Standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3 Describe […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/book-studies/trevor-becomes-good-citizen-martha-barnes/
| July 9, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Should I Bring My Dog to a Fourth of July Celebration?
It’s the time of year when family and friends gather to celebrate Independence Day. Whether you're going to a small, intimate gathering, or a larger party, there is bound to be a variety of foods, drinks, and, of course, fireworks throughout the day. While this sounds like fun to most people, your dog may have […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fourth-of-july-with-dogs/
| July 2, 2018
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Club Development Resources
Glenn Lycan (919) 816-3560 Guy Fisher (919) 816-3705 Email: clubdevelopment@akc.org Club Development Webpage Adding Additional Attractions Building a judging panel and scheduling a conformation event Checklist leading up to a conformation event Promoting your club: Media Resources Club Media Templates and Ideas for Publicity AKC-MarketingClubsBook.pdf
https://www.akc.org/public-education/education-summit/club-development-resources-2/
| June 8, 2018