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Federal Issues September 2019
From Our Nation's Capitol Although neither chamber is in session this week, the AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-september-2019/
| October 1, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
The Mixed Blessings of Social Media
For better or for worse, the ways we communicate have been changed forever by social media. Snail mail, faxes (remember those?), and long-distance telephone calls have largely been replaced by the ease and speed of online chatting. Still, convenience is not without its pitfalls. For novices and experienced fanciers alike, there are smart ways to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/mixed-blessings-social-media-dog-sports/
| October 1, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Hiking With Dogs: 10 Breeds That Make Great Trail Partners
Many dog owners have an active lifestyle, and many people are looking for breeds that are well-suited for adventure. When it comes to hiking with your dog, physical characteristics are as important as personality. There are many dog breeds that have been bred for long hours of work outdoors during any and all weather conditions, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-best-dog-breeds-for-hiking/
| September 30, 2019
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Hiking With Dogs: Tips For Hitting the Trail
Hiking is fantastic exercise and a perfect way to enjoy nature. So, it's understandable that you would want your dog to join you on the trail. Dogs make great companions and watching them revel in the sights, sounds, and smells of nature is invigorating. However, just as you wouldn't head out for a hike in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/tips-for-hiking-with-your-dog/
| September 29, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Breeder of Merit: Nancy Edmunds of Vizcaya Vizslas
Life may be a box of chocolates, but after you’ve nibbled enough bonbons, you know which flavor you like best. Over the past four decades, Nancy Edmunds of Travelers Rest, South Carolina, has owned quite a Whitman’s Sampler of purebreds, including Cocker Spaniels, Manchester Terriers, Whippets, Brussels Griffons, Poodles, and Afghan Hounds. But in 1985, she finally came across her forever breed: the Vizsla. After almost 30 years breeding those Hungarian […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/vizsla-breeder-of-merit-nancy-edmunds-interview/
| September 27, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
An Update On Canine Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is an infectious bacterial disease that can be deadly to dogs when left untreated. Studies show a number of factors may impact lepto prevalence, including dog size and environment. More research on lepto is forthcoming, so its important to stay up-to-date on current medical trends. What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis, often referred to as “lepto”, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/leptospirosis-in-dogs-latest-findings/
| September 27, 2019
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Junior Spotlight Fall 2019
Meet Emma Lloyd: Well on Her Way to a Dog-Filled Life Name: Emma Lloyd Age: 17 Hometown: St. Petersburg, FL Grade: 12th Family: Parents, Rebecca and Larry; sister, Natalie Emma began training Spiderman, her All American Dog, several years ago. He didn’t take to training easily, but once he hit his stride, his eagerness to learn took them to the 2018 AKC Junior Obedience […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/junior-spotlight-fall-2019/
| September 26, 2019
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Competition Update Fall 2019
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking and Trick Dog. Big congrats to the first All-American to earn the Scent Work Masters title and the seventh All-American to earn the Obedience Trial Championship! AGILITY Master Agility Championships (MACH) Multiple Master Agility […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-update-fall-2019/
| September 26, 2019
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Canine Partners Spotlight Fall 2019
Late Start in Agility Does Not Slow Down Joelle Joelle, formally known as Ma Belle Joelle MX MXJ MJB XF T2B CA BCAT DM CGC, is an 8-year-old rescue dog who did not start taking agility classes until she was nearly 4 years old. Her owner, Ali Park of Williamsburg, Virginia, thought she was getting a laid-back Mastiff when she […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/canine-partners-spotlight-fall-2019/
| September 26, 2019
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2020 AKC US Detection Dog Conference
2022 | 2019 | 2018 November 20, 2020 The AKC Detection Dog Task Force invites you to learn more about the AKC Patriotic Puppy Program (PPP) and updates on phase 2 of this detection dog puppy raising program. The online event will take place Wednesday, Nov. 4th at 7:30pm ET. Program features include: Meet expert […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/2020-akc-us-detection-dog-conference/
| September 25, 2019