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Puli “Preston” Wins Best in Show at Largest Ever AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin
National Champion Beats Dogs from 49 States and Hundreds of International Competitors GCHB CH Cordmaker Mister Blue Sky, a Puli known as “Preston” triumphed over nearly 5,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, held this weekend in […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/puli-preston-wins-best-in-show-akc-national-championship-by-royal-canin/
| December 20, 2016
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2017 National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17, 2017. The 2017 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2017-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| February 14, 2017
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National Champions in Agility, Obedience and AKC Rally® Crowned in Perry, GA
>The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall entry of more than 1,900 this weekend at the American Kennel Club® (AKC®) National Agility Championship, AKC National Obedience Championship and AKC Rally National Championship held in Perry, Georgia “It is inspiring to see the performances at these three National Championship events. The joy […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/national-champions-in-agility-obedience-and-akc-rally-crowned-in-perry-ga/
| March 29, 2017
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The American Kennel Club Announces 2017 European Open Junior USA Team
The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce the 2017 AKC European Open Junior USA team. These 23 junior agility handlers were selected from around the country and will represent the USA in Luxemborg July 14-16th. Led by head Coach Susan Cochran and Assistant Coach Kaitlyn Dreese, the team is comprised of members spanning over […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-announces-2017-european-open-junior-usa-team/
| May 24, 2017
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Weimaraner “Gali” Wins Inaugural AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy And Junior Stakes
GCH CH Unity’s Maid an Entrance CGC, a Weimaraner known as “Gali” triumphed over more than 1,200 puppies and junior dogs to earn the title of AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year, held today in Orlando, Fla. “Gali,” owned by Michelle Hunter and Gregory McLogan and Amy L. Tourond of Springfield, Missouri […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/weimaraner-gali-wins-inaugural-akc-royal-canin-national-all-breed-puppy-and-junior-stakes/
| December 17, 2017
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Cocker Spaniel “Striker” Wins Best in Show at Largest Ever AKC National Championship
COCKER SPANIEL “STRIKER” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT LARGEST EVER AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN National Champion Beats Dogs from 50 States and 44 Countries GCHP CH Silverhall Strike Force, an ASCOB Cocker Spaniel known as “Striker” triumphed over nearly 5,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize, a paw print pendant […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/cocker-spaniel-striker-wins-best-in-show-at-largest-ever-akc-national-championship/
| December 19, 2017
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Bearded Collie “Ellee” Wins Best In Show At 2017 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals
The AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHS CH Wigglesworth Aberlour’s Pyt CGC, a Bearded Collie known affectionately as “Ellee” owned and handled by Sharon Ipser and bred by Dawn Symes Mieras, Shannon Symes and Sharon Ipser. The 2017 NOHS Finals Best in Show winner was crowned by judge […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/bearded-collie-ellee-wins-best-in-show-at-2017-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 17, 2017
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Top Dogs Crowned at AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational
The 2017 AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational took place December 16-17, 2017 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 seventh year, and an AKC Rally® […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-at-akc-obedience-classic-and-akc-agility-invitational/
| December 20, 2017
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American Kennel Club Announces the 2017 Breeder of the Year by Sport Winners
The American Kennel Club® (AKC), the leading advocate for dogs, is delighted to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect, and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-the-2017-breeder-of-the-year-by-sport-winners/
| December 20, 2017
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The American Kennel Club Announces Recipients of Junior Versatility Award
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and advocate for all dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the inaugural Junior Versatility Awards through the AKC Junior Recognition Program. The program, which launched in March 2017, is designed to recognize Juniors that participate in a variety of sports. Juniors […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-announces-recipients-of-junior-versatility-award/
| December 28, 2017