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Expert Advice: Events
By the Numbers: Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Best in Show Winners
Thousands of dogs compete at the Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show. Check out some statistics on the breeds and groups who've taken the trophy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/westminster-dog-show-statistics/
| February 6, 2020
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
How To Read Dog Body Language
Dog body language involves a series of unique methods for communicating emotions and intentions. It can be quite different from how humans communicate with one another. A lot of canine communication consists of barks, whines, and growls, so it's important to know what dog sounds mean. More often, though, dogs rely on nonverbal body language. That […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-read-dog-body-language/
| January 27, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Setting Puppies Up for Success in New Homes: Early Socialization and Training Tips
Many first-time puppy owners feel overwhelmed in the early weeks of bringing home their new addition. As a responsible breeder, there is much that can be done to alleviate some of the more common issues owners have with new puppies before you send your precious litters out to their new homes. Addressing common problems before they begin can set your puppies up for success in their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/early-socialization-training-tips-for-puppies/
| January 21, 2020
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Sports & Events
2019 AKC Trick Dog National Competition Results
WINNER Tracy Dulock & Gryff SEMI-FINALISTS Laura Morefield & Carly Sharon Page & Dash Outstanding Performances from the 2019 AKC Trick Dog National Competition In addition to the competition winners listed above, here are 20 other submissions (in random order). Each of these has something special about the performance. Some of the performances included fabulous […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/2019-competition-results/
| December 7, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
Dog Lovers Holiday Home Goods Gift Guide
Do you need great gift ideas for the dog lovers in your life? You can be sure they’ll appreciate these breed-specific home goods, whether as a hostess gift, to celebrate a special occasion, a holiday present, or just because! Best Dog Home Goods Gifts - Kitchen Best Dog Home Good Gifts - Decor Best Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/home-goods-holiday-gift-guide/
| November 26, 2019
Pages
AKC PupPals: Breeds Needed
We welcome all breeds, including All-American Dogs, to enroll in the AKC PupPals Program. Our goal is to have each breed represented. This allows us to fulfill special requests from children seeking a specific breed. It also allows us to introduce these wonderful, and sometimes rare, breeds to children. We are especially in need of […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/akc-puppals-program/akc-puppals-breeds-needed/
| October 29, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The 7 AKC Dog Breed Groups Explained
At AKC shows, dogs are organized into 7 groups: Hound, Working, Sporting, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting, and Herding. Learn about what makes each group unique.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-akc-dog-breed-groups-explained/
| September 26, 2019
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Expert Advice: Conformation
The Many Benefits of Joining a Dog Club
Whether you are just entering the world of purebred dogs or have been a breeder, exhibitor and participant for many decades, joining your local and national dog club is hugely beneficial. You will derive different benefits from different organizations but all will contribute to your ongoing education in the sport. Your Local All-Breed Kennel Club […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/many-benefits-joining-dog-club/
| July 12, 2019
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Expert Advice: Studies
Why Having a Dog is Actually Great for Your Social Life — and Mental Health
When Caroline Myers moved from New York City to Nashville a few years ago, meeting new people was a priority. "As a military spouse, moving to a new location is always a challenge," the 26-year-old social worker explains. Little did she know that Riley Tucker Myers, her Labrador Retriever, would play a major role in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dog-actually-great-social-life-mental-health/
| June 5, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Get More Involved in Nose Work
There are many types of nose work for dogs, from scent work to various sports like tracking, earthdog, search and rescue, or barn hunt.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-scent-work-nose-work-activities/
| January 18, 2019