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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Tell the Difference Between the Scottish Deerhound & Irish Wolfhound
Two of the largest dog breeds in the world – and both sighthounds with wiry coats – it's no wonder that people often confused the Irish Wolfhound (IW) and the Scottish Deerhound (Deerhound). Although these two members of the Hound Group may have similarities on the surface, the truth is there are several qualities that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/difference-between-irish-wolfhound-scottish-deerhound/
| March 19, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
Regulations Highlights November 2020
Here are some highlights of state-level regulatory issues AKC GR has recently addressed. Visit AKC’s Regulatory Resource Center for more information on these and other significant regulatory issues addressed by AKC Government Relations. North Carolina – The Wildlife Resources Commission has finalized updates to the rule for Dog Training and Field Trials (15A NCAC 10B.0114). […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/regulations-highlights-november-2020/
| November 19, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Irish Water Spaniel History: Behind the Unique Sporting Breed
One of these things is not like the others, goes that classic Sesame Street song. And in the Sporting Group, that applies to the Irish Water Spaniel. Despite the spaniel affiliation mentioned in its very name, this versatile, water-loving bird dog is historically a retriever (though it can take part in AKC flushing spaniel tests). […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/irish-water-spaniel-history-behind-the-breed/
| November 12, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Washington: Fish and Wildlife Proposes Rules to Create Nonlethal Enforcement Program Using Canines
The state of Washington’s Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has proposed new rules to create a nonlethal enforcement program for the purpose of training dogs to assist in locating offending bear, cougar, and bobcat. The Fish and Wildlife Commission is authorized to allow the use of dogs to hunt or pursue bear, cougar, or […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/washington-fish-wildlife-proposes-rules-create-nonlethal-enforcement-program-using-canines/
| November 11, 2020
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Expert Advice: Studies
Inspector Cavalier: Meet the New—Fuzzy—Face of the Private Eye
On a sunny morning in Walnut, California, private investigator Stephanie Hart received an urgent phone call. “Can you and your partner go on a stakeout in Tustin, California?” asked the defense attorney. “My client thinks her ex-husband is taking their son to his girlfriend’s house, and if the man’s mother or sister isn’t accompanying them […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/inspector-cavalier-meet-the-new-fuzzy-face-of-the-private-eye/
| November 4, 2020
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club 2020 Breeder of the Year Group Honorees Announced
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to recognize breeding programs from the Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups as 2020 AKC Breeder of the Year group honorees. “We are proud to honor these esteemed breeders,” said Dennis Sprung, AKC President and CEO. “Each of them has made important contributions to the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-2020-breeder-year-group-honorees-announced/
| November 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
25 Adorable Photos of Dogs in Halloween Costumes
Halloween this year may look a little different, but that doesn't have to mean any less fun! It's the perfect time to show off your dog’s adorable looks, and many dog owners choose to dress their dog up for the holiday. Before dressing up your dog in any Halloween costume, keep these dog costume guidelines in mind […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/adorable-photos-dogs-halloween-costumes/
| October 29, 2020
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Dog Breeds
Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is an all-purpose “Renaissance hound” whose hallmark is the ridge, or stripe of backward-growing hair, on his back. Though the breed was made famous in its native Africa for its skill at tracking and baying – but never, ever killing – lions, today Ridgebacks are cherished family dogs whose owners must be […]
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/rhodesian-ridgeback/
| November 6, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Plott Hound History: Behind The Breed
Dogs can teach us a nation’s history as surely as any textbook. Trace the history of the coonhound, for example, and you’ll find a master class on how our fledgling nation flourished. The very first Americans were British, and so too were their dogs. But as America’s hounds evolved, they changed dramatically, just like the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/plott-hound-history-behind-breed/
| October 29, 2020
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Announces Winner of the Third ‘AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge’
West Highland White Terrier takes ‘Best in Show’ The American Kennel Club is happy to announce the winner of the third AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. The event garnered 217 entries. CH Wildwoods I Can't Drive 55 RI CGCA TKP a West Highland White Terrier known as “Hemi,” was awarded Best in Show by AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-winner-third-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/
| October 29, 2020