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Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
10 Things Only a Leonberger Owner Would Know
This larger-than-life breed was developed in the mid-1800s by Heinrich Essig, an exotic-animal dealer and alderman from the German town of Leonberg, who, legend has it, was trying to create a dog to resemble the lion on the town’s crest. Saint Bernard, Newfoundland, Great Pyrenees, are among the breeds went into this intelligent, all-around working […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/things-leonberger-owner-know/
| October 14, 2015
Canine Partners
Pit Bull – Dachshund Mix Becomes Shelter Ambassador
A mixed-breed dog with a rather unique look has received much public attention and is now serving as an ambassador for the shelter which rescued him. The Moultrie-Colquitt County Humane Society in Georgia posted pictures of Rami, a 1-year-old Dachshund/Pit Bull mix, to their Facebook page. It took less than 24 hours for the photos […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/pit-bull-dachshund-mix-becomes-shelter-ambassador/
| October 13, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Dos And Don’ts For Effective Training
You can teach your dog to do many different things, but there are a few general guidelines that will help make sure your training goes well. The American Kennel Club’s (AKC®) Canine Good Citizen® Director Mary Burch offers the top tips for effectively training your four-legged friend. Do reward behaviors you like. Observe carefully when […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dos-donts-effective-training/
| October 13, 2015
Canine Partners
Rescue Whippet Mix Won First Title at 11 Months!
Sissy Santangelo of Harahan, LA, tells us how her Whippet mix, Katie, became the multi-titled Katie Lynn Panger Santangelo CD BN RAE CAA CGC. Katie is a member of the AKC Canine Partners community. Katie came to me as a foster from Whippet Rescue. After spending time with her, I realized how sweet she was […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/rescue-whippet-mix-won-first-title-at-11-months/
| October 12, 2015
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Expert Advice: AKC Gazette
1964 Scrapbook: Miss Clark Has a Poodle
In November 1964, May Okon of the New York Sunday News visited a “tall, handsome blonde” named Anne Hone Rogers (Clark) to discuss her latest big winner, toy Poodle Ch. De Caplette Tar of Roblyn. The resulting story provides a look at one of the sport’s great handlers at the peak of her career. We […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/gazette/1964-scrapbook-miss-clark-poodle/
| October 12, 2015
Expert Advice: Government Relations
New USDA Guidance Emphasizes Licensing Requirements for Rescues and Rescue Transporters
October 9, 2015 A document released last week provides clarification and guidance on the USDA Retail Pet Store Rule and the Importation of Live Dogs Rule. This guidance contains no new policy changes, but highlights federal licensing requirements for individuals and groups that distribute or transport pets for transfer or sale within the United States. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/new_usda_guidance_rescues_and_rescue_transporters/
| October 12, 2015
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Clubs & Delegates
New USDA Guidance Emphasizes Licensing Requirements for Rescues and Rescue Transporters
A document released last week provides clarification and guidance on the USDA Retail Pet Store Rule and the Importation of Live Dogs Rule. This guidance contains no new policy changes, but highlights federal licensing requirements for individuals and groups that distribute or transport pets for transfer or sale within the United States. USDA licensing is […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/new-usda-guidance-emphasizes-licensing-requirements-rescues-rescue-transporters/
| October 9, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
10 Fun Facts About AKC’s Newest Italian Breeds
Bergamasco (AKC recognition January 1, 2015) The breed’s traffic-stopping dreadlocks are called flocks. (For the Puli and Komondor, they’re called cords.) The flocks begin to form naturally, but during the first year, owners have to be vigilant about separating the mats. Once grown, they’re easy to maintain. At the AKC’s 2015 Meet The Breeds, the Bergamasco […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/columbus-day-cuties-italian-breeds/
| October 9, 2015
Expert Advice: Events
Meet The AKC/USA World Agility Team
The AKC/USA World Agility Team is currently competing on the global agility stage for the 20th year in a row. The US Team joins 33 team from other countries in Italy for this year's FCI World Agility Championship on Oct. 8-11. Watch a live steam of the Championships online here: www.agility-awc2015.it/en/live-streaming Meet the team below and follow along […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-2015-world-agility-team/
| October 9, 2015
Canine Partners
Cooper Finds Home & Job After Puppyhood Spent in Shelters
In summer 2009, Shelley stopped by her local shelter in Princeton, NJ, in search of a new companion. “I had just lost my dog and was looking for a large, friendly dog to adopt,” she said. “The staff showed me the dogs they thought I might like, but there wasn't a match. Then they brought […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/cooper-finds-home-job-after-puppyhood-spent-in-shelters/
| October 8, 2015