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Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lewis Wiel Collection of Lakeland, Kerry Blue, and Fox Terrier photographs
AKV 1.7 1948-1965 4 linear ft in 4 boxes Processed by Brynn White, 2017 Click here to the view complete inventory and/or to search all AKC archival collections Click here for a printable PDF of the collection guide Biographical Note Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lewis Wiel were well-reknowned exhibitors, judges, and breeders upon whom numerous […]
https://www.akc.org/about/archive/guide-collections/wiel-terrier-photos/
| February 10, 2017
Expert Advice: Government Relations
Over 90 Lawmakers Join AKC to Celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership at Meet the Breeds Event
[caption id="attachment_28539" align="aligncenter" width="818"] NY State Senator Joseph Griffo- Used With Permission[/caption] More than ninety legislators from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are sharing their public commitment to responsible dog ownership this month by serving as Honorary Chairs for the Meet the Breeds™ event hosted by the American Kennel Club and Westminster Kennel Club. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2017-mtb-honorary-chairs/
| February 10, 2017
Expert Advice: Government Relations
Two Kentucky Lawmakers Receive AKC Legislator of the Year Awards
Frankfort, KY –The American Kennel Club (AKC) is pleased to announce that Kentucky State Senator Robin Webb and State Representative Tommy Turner are recipients of the AKC Legislator of the Year Award for 2016. “The American Kennel Club is pleased to honor Senator Webb and Representative Turner with our Legislator of the Year Award,” […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/ky-legislator-awards/
| February 9, 2017
Expert Advice: Conformation
How Judges Learn to Evaluate a Newly Recognized Breed
Newly recognized American Kennel Club breeds are a major aspect of the buzz at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® each year. This year’s three newcomers reflect plenty of crowd-pleasing and judging diversity from just about every angle. The American Hairless Terrier developed in the United States in the early […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/judges-learn-new-breeds/
| February 7, 2017
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Greyhound Facts You May Not Know
Best known for their lightning-fast speed, Greyhounds are independent, gentle, and noble dogs. Here are some fun facts about this magnificent breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-greyhound/
| February 6, 2017
Expert Advice: Events
Fabulous Felines to Strut Their Stuff at AKC Meet the Breeds in NYC
AKC Meet the Breeds has gone to the...cats?! That's right. Fabulous felines are back in New York City as part of AKC Meet the Breeds presented by Purina® Pro Plan®. The Westminster Kennel Club, in conjunction with The International Cat Association, will offer Meet the Breeds, a family-friendly event where you can meet dog breeds […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-dogs-and-cats-at-akc-meet-the-breeds-nyc/
| February 6, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Standard Schnauzer Facts You May Not Know
Learn fascinating Standard Schnauzer facts, including the function of their whiskers or beard, as well as how they came to America.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-standard-schnauzer/
| February 6, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Neptune Beach (FL) Proposed Animal Ordinance Contains Problematic Sections
A proposed ordinance that contains provisions of concern to dog owners has passed first reading in Neptune Beach, Florida.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/neptune-beach-fl-proposed-animal-ordinance-contains-problematic-sections/
| February 3, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Hawaii Action Needed: Committee to Hear Multiple Problematic Dog-Related Bills Tomorrow, Feb. 3
The Hawaii House of Representative's Agriculture Committee is scheduled to consider several dog-related proposals on Friday, February 3, that severely restrict the rights of responsible dog owners.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/hawaii-action-needed-committee-to-hear-multiple-problematic-dog-related-bills-tomorrow-feb-3/
| February 2, 2017
Expert Advice: Government Relations
Westwood, NJ Receives AKC Dog-Friendly Community Award
“Opening this new facility represents a big victory for FDTC and for dog lovers in the community. Before finding this location, the club scoured the area but was unable to find an appropriate location. Even after this location was found, the club had to request a variance from the borough’s zoning laws in order to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/westwood-nj-to-receive-akc-dog-friendly-community-award/
| February 1, 2017