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Expert Advice: Events
Finding the Right Breed to Fit Your Lifestyle at AKC Meet the Breeds
Finding the right dog match for you from 201 breeds can be daunting. That's one of the best reasons to attend AKC Meet the Breeds!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-breeds-find-right-fit/
| January 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Am I Saying That Right? Proper Ways To Pronounce Tricky Dog Breed Names
You say to-MAY-to, and I say to-MAH-to. But Xoloitzcuintli? Let's call the whole thing off. As more dog breeds are recognized by the American Kennel Club, dog lovers are confronted with some real tongue twisters. In the past, there was a tendency to anglicize challenging breed names, such as the Polish Lowland Sheepdog, which in its […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-pronounce-breed-names/
| January 24, 2023
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CONGRATULATES EIGHT CLUBS IN RECEIVING THE AKC EDDY AWARD FOR BREEDER EDUCATION
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 recipients of the 2023 AKC Eddy Award. The AKC Eddy Award is designed to encourage and reward Parent Clubs that demonstrate a breeder education effort (website, workshop, mentoring, or the like) […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-congratulates-eight-clubs-receiving-akc-eddy-award-breeder-education/
| December 19, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Wins 2023 National Owner-Handled Series Best in Show
The National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show winners were crowned on December 16 in Orlando Florida.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/nohs-best-in-show-2023/
| December 17, 2023
Press Releases
JUNIOR HANDLERS TAKE THE TOP SPOTS AT 2023 AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS
The AKC® National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHB CH Kinloch So There!, an Irish Setter known affectionately as “Stryker” owned and handled by 14-year-old Adam Kucera and bred by Patty Fanelli and Mike Fanelli. Adam and Stryker beat out 874 other dogs to take highest honor. Additionally, 15-year-old Savanna […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/junior-handlers-take-top-spots-2023-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 16, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Speed Of The Breed Division
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational – Speed of the Breed Division FINAL ROUND – Fri. December 15, 2023 as of 5:03 PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** RANK BREED CALL NAME OWNER MPH % ABOVE SOB 1 Lhasa Apso Max Debbie English 17.229 53.97% 2 Pomeranian […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/speed-breed-divison/
| November 3, 2023
Sports & Events
Fast CAT Invitational: Best of Breed
2023 AKC Fast CAT Invitational Best of Breed Winners Results as of 12/15/23 3:11PM ***All official and final results will be posted following the conclusion of the event*** Breed Call Name Owner Final Time Airedale Terrier Oliver Lauren Combs 7.754 Alaskan Klee Kai Isla Cheryl Simpson 8.746 Alaskan Malamute McKinley Nadaga Poist 8.645 […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/fast-cat/fast-cat-invitational/fast-cat-invitational-event-coverage-bestofbreeddiv/
| November 1, 2023
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Dog Show Terms & Lingo: What Common Conformation Words Mean
If you've never been to a dog show, get ready for a culture shock. These gatherings of the dog-obsessed started in the 19th century, and much of the terminology from long ago still persists today. Some of the verbiage also evolved from the idiosyncrasies of this close-knit community, where the endless focus is purebred dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-show-terms-meaning/
| December 13, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
13-Year-Old Löwchen ‘Dino’ Competes at AKC Agility Invitational
Meet Dino, a 13.5-year-old Löwchen and one of the oldest agility competitors at this year's AKC Agility Invitational, held in Orlando on December 16-17.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-dino/
| December 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
9 Chain Restaurants With Dog Treats
Eateries that offer dog snacks becoming increasingly popular. Here are nine chain restaurants that offer treats for dogs that you might like to try.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/chain-restaurants-with-dog-treats/
| June 14, 2019