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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Nikki’ the Cirneco dell’Etna Competes at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
80-year-old Judy Aycock has a rare Cirneco dell'Etna, "Nikki," and a Pumi, "Irwin," both running in the AKC National Championship Agility Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-cirneco-dell-etna-nikki/
| December 13, 2023
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Competition/Titles Update Summer 2023
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! Agility Congratulations to this dog on earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-summer-2023/
| September 26, 2023
Press Releases
AKC AGILITY LEAGUE ANNOUNCES SUMMER SEASON WINNERS
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce the winners of the American Kennel Club Agility League’s summer season. The AKC Agility League recently concluded its fourth season of competition and honored its top teams and competitors. Team champions were […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-agility-league-announces-summer-season-winners/
| September 5, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips to Curb Puppy Mouthing
Puppy mouthing and play biting hurts, but with patient, consistency, and these expert tips you can teach your puppy not to mouth humans.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-mouthing-expert-tips/
| August 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: News
Study Finds That Dogs Use Their Tails Mainly to Communicate
A recent study suggests dogs' tails don't influence agile movements as we once thought. But don't underestimate its importance for communication between humans, animals, and other dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/new-study-what-do-dogs-use-tail-for/
| July 26, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Afghan Hounds ‘Cinder’ and ‘Pansy’ Head from the Ring to the Stage
Dru Shepherd of New Jersey may have started her show career with rabbits, but her Afghan Hounds have led her from the conformation ring to the opera stage.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/afghan-hounds-cinder-and-pansy/
| July 24, 2023
Press Releases
AKC AGILITY LEAGUE SEASON THREE TEAM CHAMPIONS ANNOUNCED
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the winners of the AKC Agility League’s third season. The AKC Agility League is brought to you by Purina Pro Plan, the Official Dog Food of Agility League, Official Sponsor YuMOVE and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-agility-league-season-three-team-champions-announced/
| May 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
What to Do If a Snake Bites Your Dog
If your dog has been bitten by a snake, what do you do? Taking action quickly is important, but try not to panic. Few snakebites on dogs prove fatal before you get to the emergency veterinarian, but it depends on the size of the dog, the type and size of the snake, if or how […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/what-to-do-dog-bitten-by-snake/
| January 26, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Why Does My Dog Eat Dirt?
As a pet owner, you may have caught your dog eating (or attempting to eat) some pretty weird stuff. But have you ever observed your pet snacking on straight-up dirt? Why Do Dogs Eat Dirt? Holistic veterinarian Dr. Laurie S. Coger, DVM, explains, “Dirt eating is a form of what is termed 'pica,' the ingestion of nonfood […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-does-my-dog-eat-dirt/
| October 18, 2022
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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
The Legacy of Hero 9/11 Dogs
About 300 dog/handler search teams responded to 9/11, but only about 100 were prepared for the size of the disaster at Ground Zero. Since then, the need for search-and-rescue dogs and therapy dogs has only increased.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/the-legacy-of-9-11-dogs/
| September 7, 2022