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Legislative Alerts
Johnson City, TN: Final Vote TOMORROW, 11/21/19, on Overreaching and Problematic Animal Ordinance. Contact Commissioners Today.
The Johnson City Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a third and final vote on Thursday, November 21, 2019 to enact an overreaching new animal ordinance. Proponents of the ordinance state that they will immediately seek to pass this same legislation throughout Washington County. AKC agrees with the city’s intent to protect dogs in […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/johnson-city-tn-final-vote-tomorrow-11-21-19-overreaching-problematic-animal-ordinance-contact-commissioners-today/
| November 20, 2019
![An armful of Pomeranians at the 2018 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/QG5A2583-400x267.jpg)
Sports & Events
Which Breeds Can I Meet?
Hoping to meet a specific dog breed when you visit AKC Meet the Breeds during AKC National Championship in Orlando? Or maybe you just want to meet them all! Don't miss a single wag or woof with this list of breeds that will be in attendance at the 2019 show. Get your tickets now. Dog Breeds […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/akc-national-championship/which-breeds-can-i-meet/
| November 12, 2019
![The Mastiff booth at AKC Meet the Breeds, Meet and Compete 2019, New York, NY.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Meet-the-Breeds-AKC_1838-David-Woo-400x267.jpg)
Sports & Events
Which Breeds Will Be at AKC Meet the Breeds?
Hoping to meet a specific dog breed (or cat breed), or do you just want to meet all 150+ breeds? Find your favorites on our list of breeds so you won't miss a single wag, whisker, or woof! They'll all be there to meet you at the January 25-26, 2020 AKC Meet the Breeds event. […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/full-breed-list/
| November 4, 2019
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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Care for Giant Dog Breeds & Extra-Large Dogs
From the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Tibetan Mastiff and all the giant breeds in between, these big dogs are some of the kindest and most hardworking dogs out there. From companions lounging on couches to working alongside people, giant dogs excel at a variety of jobs and sports. But not every home, family, or […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/care-giant-breeds/
| September 16, 2019
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Expert Advice: Conformation
This Seattle Junior’s Success Story Comes From Commitment to “Doing it Right”
Picture this. A couple is sitting at a Seattle sidewalk café with their young daughter and a pair walks by with a “distinctive” dog neither of the parents recognized. Whoa! What ensued was an introduction to the Rhodesian Ridgeback and it wasn’t long before this "Dogless in Seattle" family was hooked. Annie Wickham recalls that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/seattle-junior-rhoedesian-ridgeback/
| March 8, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Spotlight: Steven Reiss and His Australian Shepherd
The AKC Juniors program offers children ages nine to under 18 an opportunity to develop their handling skills and learn about good sportsmanship, dogs, and dog shows. Juniors are eligible to compete in Showmanship, Obedience, Agility, Rally, Tracking, Hunt Tests, Herding, Field Trials, Earthdog, Lure Coursing, Coursing Ability, and Coonhound Events. There is no minimum […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-steven-reiss/
| February 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
These AKC Trick Dog Performers Know the Benefits of Trick Training
Did you know your dog can earn titles for showing off fun tricks? In fact, at the top level of AKC Trick Dog — AKC Trick Dog Elite Performer — you and your dog are required to perform a routine of tricks strung together into a story or script using at least five props. But do the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-trick-dog-the-benefits-of-trick-training/
| December 13, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Allan Unleashed: Everything Old is New Again
Dog owners are nothing if not fickle in their tastes. Breed popularity is cyclical through the years and, too often, based on a dog’s random star turn in a movie, TV commercial, or YouTube video (with little research done on the breed’s exercise and grooming needs.) What Happened to Afghan Hounds? Most people are surprised […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/allan-unleashed-everything-old-new-again/
| December 6, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Tales from the Trenches: Help Prevent Bad Dog Law
Guest columnist Patricia Johnson has bred, handled, and owned Best In Show Boston Terriers for 35 years. She is an AKC Breeder of Merit, an “AKC Gazette” breed columnist for Boston Terriers, served on her local animal advisory board for 9 years, and authored a pet disaster plan for her city. She owns Pat’s Grooming […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2015/tales-from-the-trenches-help-prevent-bad-dog-law/
| June 14, 2018
![biting](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/american-staffordshire-terrier-ask-our-trainers-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How Can I Stop My Puppy From Biting Me?
Sandra C. asked what to do about her young Australian Shepherd that likes to nip at her and sometimes bites hard enough to draw blood. AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Paisley Lunchick offers up some advice. Biting is a normal part of being a dog and serves a variety of functions. Some breeds, such as the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/ask-our-trainers-how-to-stop-a-puppy-from-biting/
| May 22, 2018