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Diet-Associated Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs
In response to recently reported warnings from the FDA, the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) announces research funding for a scientific study of diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. With a grant from CHF Grant 02661: Investigation into Diet-Associated Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs, a multi-institutional team of veterinary cardiologists and nutritionists will prospectively screen a […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/inner-circle-newsletter/diet-associated-dilated-cardiomyopathy-dogs/
| June 25, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Celebrate Shark Week With These 10 Shark Products for Dogs
As summer comes to its peak with ice cream, barbecues, and pool time, don't forget about one of the coolest events on television: Shark Week. The famous, sharp-toothed celebratory week is hosted by Discovery and is set to be comprised of 20 hours of programming lasting an entire seven days. Shark Week will run from […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/shark-week-products-for-your-dog/
| July 10, 2019
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Competition Title Update Winter 2018
Competition/Titles Update We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience and Tracking. This past quarter delivered the first Agility Grand Champion and the first Rally Master title holders! There is also a new Champion Tracker and lots of exciting news about All […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-title-update-winter-2018/
| March 12, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New from GR May 2019
What's New from Government Relations While some state legislatures are winding down for the year, twenty-seven are still in session, as well as Congress. AKC Government Relations has been very busy on federal issues, including closely monitoring and responding to the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS)’s request for public comments on […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/whats-new-gr-may-2019/
| May 28, 2019
Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
The Hidden Benefits of Pet Insurance for Breeders
In recent years, pet insurance seems to be taking the pet healthcare industry by storm. Something that was once non-existent has gone from mildly popular to almost commonplace. An increasing number of pet owners are utilizing the benefits of pet insurance, and in turn, veterinarians are seeing more claim forms cross their desks. This increased […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/the-hidden-benefits-of-pet-insurance-for-breeders/
| May 16, 2016
Legislative Alerts
CT UPDATE: Committee Decides Against Retail Sourcing Restrictions, Seeks to Study Impact Instead
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 The Connecticut Joint Committee on Environment held a hearing on March 1 on HB 5386, which sought to implement a law prohibiting pet stores from sourcing dogs or cats from anywhere but animal shelters and rescues, similar to legislation passed in California in 2018. The American Kennel Club (AKC) submitted testimony […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-update-committee-decides-retail-sourcing-restrictions-seeks-study-impact-instead/
| March 26, 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
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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
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
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