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The American Kennel Club Posthumously Honors Last Surviving 9/11 Dog
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https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-posthumously-honors-last-surviving-9-11-dog/
| March 23, 2017
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
LABRADOR RETRIEVER LEADS THE PACK AS MOST POPULAR FOR 26TH YEAR
LABRADOR RETRIEVER LEADS THE PACK AS MOST POPULAR FOR 26TH YEAR
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/labrador-retriever-leads-the-pack-as-most-popular-for-26th-year/
| March 23, 2017
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
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
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Some Dogs Cooperate With Humans More Than Others – Could It Be Hormones?
One of the most amazing things about dogs is their intense interest in humans. Compared to other animals, dogs have an uncanny ability to read our emotions, understand our gestures, and cooperate with us. But not every dog shows the same degree of human-centered focus. Some breeds are more independent than others, and even within […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/some-dogs-cooperate-more-than-others/
| December 26, 2017
Expert Advice: Events
Top Dogs Crowned at AKC Obedience Classic and AKC Agility Invitational
The 2015 AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational took place December 12-13, 2015 in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler. Obedience and agility competitions for junior handlers were held for the fifth year, and an AKC Rally® Junior competition was held […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/top-dogs-crowned-at-akc-obedience-classic-and-akc-agility-invitational/
| December 16, 2015
Expert Advice: Events
Junior Spotlight: The 2015 Junior Agility Competition
by Faith Rogers, Junior Handler Agility is in every sense of the word a team sport, a combination of speed, consistency, and trust. This is a sport filled with magical runs, but also frustrating disappointments. Perseverance builds character when training plans don't succeed and the only choice is to try again. The dedication and commitment […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/junior-spotlight-the-2015-junior-agility-competition/
| January 8, 2016