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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
The Best Materials to use for Puppy Housetraining
Once upon a time, old newspapers were the go-to material for puppy housetraining. They were readily available and practically free. Everyone had at least one daily paper delivered, and if there were puppies needing more than the usual amount, people were happy to save and share their old papers with breeder friends. But luckily, there […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/best-materials-use-puppy-housetraining/
| December 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
2024 Resolutions for Dog Breeders
As a third-generation dog breeder, 2023 has been a year of adjustment. The year had a nice steady start for me, and then it spun out of control. In mid-June, my father was sent home on hospice care, and we said goodbye to him in early October. I have to say his loss has been […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/2024-resolutions-dog-breeders/
| December 18, 2023
Press Releases
JUNIOR HANDLERS TAKE THE TOP SPOTS AT 2023 AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS
The AKC® National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHB CH Kinloch So There!, an Irish Setter known affectionately as “Stryker” owned and handled by 14-year-old Adam Kucera and bred by Patty Fanelli and Mike Fanelli. Adam and Stryker beat out 874 other dogs to take highest honor. Additionally, 15-year-old Savanna […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/junior-handlers-take-top-spots-2023-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 16, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Calista Sophia McKee Is Making Moves in Obedience
14-year-old Calista Sophia McKee loves doing obedience with her dogs. She's on the road with the goal of competing in all 50 states.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-obedience-calista-sophia-mckee/
| December 13, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Nikki’ the Cirneco dell’Etna Competes at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
80-year-old Judy Aycock has a rare Cirneco dell'Etna, "Nikki," and a Pumi, "Irwin," both running in the AKC National Championship Agility Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-cirneco-dell-etna-nikki/
| December 13, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Saint Bernard ‘Shayna’ Competes in Two Events at AKC’s National Championship Week
Saint Bernard 'Shayna' may not be the most agile dog, but she is competing in both the AKC Obedience Classic and the AKC Agility Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/obedience-classic-agility-invitational-shayna/
| December 12, 2023
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| December 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
13-Year-Old Löwchen ‘Dino’ Competes at AKC Agility Invitational
Meet Dino, a 13.5-year-old Löwchen and one of the oldest agility competitors at this year's AKC Agility Invitational, held in Orlando on December 16-17.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-dino/
| December 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash
Pulling on the leash is a common yet frustrating dog behavior. These 10 tips will help you teach your dog leash manners so you can both enjoy your walks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/expert-tips-dog-leash-issues/
| December 8, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Q’ Represents Plott Hounds at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
Plott Hound 'Q' is not your average agility competitor. Known for their noses, Q is competing at the AKC Agility Invitational and representing her breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-q/
| December 8, 2023