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Legislative Alerts
Michigan Update: Commission Bill Not Heard in Committee Today
The Michigan House Appropriations Committee did not consider Senate Bill 339 during its hearing this morning. The bill remains in committee, and its counterpart House Bill 4898 remains pending in the Senate. The AKC and the Michigan Association for Pure-Bred Dogs will continue to closely monitor and provide any updates. Read AKC’s previous alert for more […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/michigan-sb-339-update/
| December 7, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
8 Fun Facts About the English Foxhound
The English Foxhound is a versatile hunter and member of the Hound Group. This determined scent hound can be taught to hunt almost any ground-dwelling quarry, although traditionally it was used for foxhunting and can still be found in that same role today. Here are some fun facts about this sociable field companion. 1. The […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/8-facts-about-the-english-foxhound/
| December 7, 2016
Expert Advice: Events
Why You Need To Be at the 2016 AKC National Championship
Conformation, agility, dock diving, and more. If you're a dog lover, you need to be at the 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin. This event is the nexus of all things dog: you'll see and learn everything there is to know about the dog world and leave wanting more. Here's why YOU need to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-2016/
| December 7, 2016
Legislative Alerts
Michigan: Hearing Likely Tomorrow on Bill that Could Regulate All Breeders
A bill is expected to be considered as soon as tomorrow in the Michigan House Appropriations Committee that could result in licensing, inspections, and even requirements on how every person who breeds a dog in Michigan should care for their dogs. AKC thanks those who have taken the time to contact their State Representative, and asks […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/mi-house-appropriations-hearing/
| December 6, 2016
Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is the second in a series of profiles on the six top agility mixed-breed dogs that received the invitations to compete in the 2016 AKC Agility Invitational. The annual event takes place Dec. 17-18 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship and the AKC Obedience Classic. Name: MACH7 Lanakila Doin It […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-7/
| December 6, 2016
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Everything You Need to Know About the AKC National Championship
Every year in December (or January for a few years) since 2001, dog owners from around the world come together for the American Kennel Club National Championship presented by Royal Canin. This year, the event takes place in Orlando, Fla., with a nearly week-long series of events culminating in the Best in Show finale. Starting December […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/everything-need-know-akc-national-championship/
| December 6, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Things You Didn’t Know About the Airedale Terrier
Airedale Terriers used to be one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. They are incredibly versatile and intelligent, and they love to be part of a family. Here are some more interesting facts about the Airedale Terrier: 1. They Were Originally Used to Hunt Rats The Airedale Terrier originated in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/airedale-terrier-facts/
| December 6, 2016
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Club (USA) collection
AKD 1.29 1980-2012 [bulk dates] 14 linear ft in 16 boxes (7 doc boxes, 6 record cartons, 2 photo boxes, 1 oversize) and mixed media storage Processed by Brynn White, 2016 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 […]
https://www.akc.org/about/archive/guide-collections/nsdtrc-collection/
| December 5, 2016
Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is the first in a series of profiles on the six top agility mixed-breed dogs that received the invitations to compete in the 2016 AKC Agility Invitational. The annual event takes place Dec. 17-18 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship and the AKC Obedience Classic. Name: MACH4 Zinfandel Hackman MXC […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-6/
| December 5, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Things You Didn’t Know About the Bullmastiff
The Bullmastiff is physically imposing, but incredibly patient and loving. Here are seven things you probably didn't know about this gentle giant: 1. They Were Bred To Be Guard Dogs The Bullmastiff was created in England in the 1860s by crossing a Mastiff with a Bulldog. The goal was to create a guard dog that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-bullmastiff-facts/
| December 5, 2016