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Press Releases
AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin – Tickets on Sale and Premium List Available Now
New York, NY (September 28, 2016) – Daytime and evening tickets are on sale now for the 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, which returns to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center’s West Building this December 17th and 18th. Simultaneously, the premium list is also available today to competitors. Both tickets and premium list […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/national-championship-tickets-on-sale/
| September 28, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Want to Build a Better Bond With Your Dog? Give Conformation a Try!
When you get a dog, you have a friend for life. And part of being a good friend, and a responsible dog owner, is doing activities and bonding with your dog. There are many ways to do this. You can go for walks, hang out at the dog park, or if you're looking for a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/want-to-build-a-better-bond-with-your-dog-give-conformation-a-try/
| September 23, 2016
Expert Advice: News
These 5 Puppies Are Being Trained for an Important Job
Right now, they’re pudgy puppies, drawing attention for their cuteness. But as they grow, these five Alaskan dogs will be trained to work as a team of sled dogs at the Denali National Park and Preserve. The puppies, named Cupcake, Happy, Party, Piñata, and Hundo (in honor of the park’s 100th anniversary), are cared for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/these-5-puppies-are-being-trained-for-an-important-job/
| September 20, 2016
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Rover, Move Over! Tips on Sharing a Bed With Your Pet
Did you know that an AKC survey revealed that 21% of dog owners stated the reason they let their dogs sleep with them at night is to keep warm? And in the case of who—or what—occupies most of the bed space, 44% of respondents admitted their dog takes up the most room. If you do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/rover-move-over-akc-offers-tips-on-sleeping-with-your-pet/
| September 19, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Get to Know the Sussex Spaniel
The first time you see a Sussex Spaniel, you might think you’re looking at a Cocker Spaniel in a fun house mirror. They have a definite resemblance, but the Sussex is shorter, longer, and heavier, with a muscular and solid build. Here are some interesting facts about the Sussex Spaniel. 1. The Sussex Spaniel is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/get-to-know-the-sussex-spaniel/
| September 19, 2016
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Expert Advice: General Health
Deafness in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
It's estimated that 5-10% of dogs in the United States are deaf. Why does deafness in dogs occur, and how is it different from hearing loss?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/deafness-in-dogs/
| September 15, 2016
Chairman's Reports
September 2016 Chairman’s Report
The Show Must Go On! Conformation and Our Future The sport of Conformation is the flagship AKC event, and is the sport that is at the very foundation of our Registry. The pursuit of Championship points, records and rankings is only a set of mileposts along a journey that is at its core about the […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/september-2016/
| September 12, 2016
![Vizsla puppy laying down on the couch.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/12150514/Vizsla-puppy-laying-down-on-the-couch-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Hookworms in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Parasites are unpleasant, and hookworms are no exception. Here's what you need to know about the symptoms of hookworms in dogs and how to treat them.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/hookworms-in-dogs/
| September 12, 2016
Legislative Alerts
New Mexico: Santa Fe County Public Hearing on Breeder, Sterilization, Tethering Laws on Sept. 13
The Santa Fe County Commission is holding the first of two public hearings on Tuesday, September 13, on a proposal that would impact all dog owners residing or participating in events in the county. Those who reside or participate in events in the county are strongly encouraged to contact the committee, and if possible, attend […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/santa-fe-proposal-hearing/
| September 9, 2016
Canine Partners
Pup Abandoned in Warehouse Gains Confidence Through Agility
Stella was found as a puppy in a warehouse, and I adopted her at 4 months of age from a rescue group that advertised her as a Border Collie-terrier mix. Stella didn’t act like a terrier and kept growing, and growing. A DNA test indicated that she is 25% Great Pyrenees, 25% Old English Sheepdog, 25% […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/pup-abandoned-in-warehouse-gains-confidence-thru-agility/
| September 8, 2016