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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
10 Things the German Pinscher Wants You to Know
While not quite as well known as his canine brethren, this elegant, smart, and loyal dog breed is a treasure. He's an excellent companion whose intelligence will keep you on your toes and whose devotion will melt your heart. If German Pinschers could talk, here are a few things they'd tell you. 1. No, I'm […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/german-pinscher/
| November 22, 2016
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Donate to an AKC Organization AKC Humane Fund The hallmark of the AKC Humane Fund is responsible pet ownership, by supporting programs that preserve the human-animal bond and keep pets and owners together. Its Women’s Shelters Grant provides funding to shelters that offer a safe harbor to victims of domestic abuse, along with their pets. […]
https://www.akc.org/donate/
| November 18, 2016
Press Releases
AKC National Championship Presented By Royal Canin To Premiere on Hallmark Channel
Monday, January 23, 2017 Featuring Celebrity Jerry O'Connell Three-hour Special Broadcast Marks Return of Premiere Dog Show to National Television Royal Canin, a global pet food leader and The American Kennel Club today announced the return of the AKC National Championship to television via a new partnership with Hallmark Channel. The three-hour special, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-presented-by-royal-canin-to-premiere-hallmark/
| November 17, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Lagotto Romagnolo Facts You May Not Know
This stunning Italian dog breed is more than meets the eye. Here are some facts about the Lagotto Romagnolo you might not know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-lagotto-romagnolo/
| November 17, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
5 Fun Facts About the Silky Terrier
These Silky Terrier facts will provide insight into this adorable but determined terrier.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/5-facts-silky-terrier/
| November 17, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Get the Latest on Canine Reproduction at Breeder of Excellence Symposiums
Each year, the American Kennel Club and Theriogenology Foundation hold a series of seminars geared toward educating breeders, members of the veterinary community or anyone interested in dog breeding, about healthy breeding practices including the latest research in canine reproduction. The AKC Breeder of Excellence Symposiums are held at multiple locations nationwide throughout the year […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-of-excellence-symposiums/
| November 16, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Tips on Training in the Whelping Box
Pam Blair of Home Grown Trilogy Labrador Retrievers & Golden Retrievers starts attention work and trick training before her puppies leave for their new homes. The Connecticut resident says her new owners are amazed when their pups can wave “hi” to them. She tells us how she makes it work: “Once the pups know I […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/training-tips-for-the-whelping-box/
| November 16, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Puppy Socialization Starts With the Breeder
Socializing puppies has traditionally been considered the responsibility of the new owner. Breeders instruct their puppy buyers to take the puppies to classes and make sure they are exposed to a variety of people and situations. But research shows that encouraging a stable temperament can start even before puppies are born. Breeders can do a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/puppy-socialization-starts-with-breeder/
| November 16, 2016
Canine Partners
Smart Shelter Pup Inspires Owners to Compete with Great Results
Greg & Mary Gouge of Florissant, MO, realized there was something special about Jada as soon as they met her at the shelter as a young puppy – and others noticed too. She excelled in her basic training classed and instructors encouraged them to pursue competitions. Even though, Greg & Mary had never shown dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/smart-shelter-pup-inspires-owners-to-compete-with-great-results/
| November 15, 2016
Legislative Alerts
UPDATE: Miami-Dade BSL Hearing Postponed
The Miami-Dade County Commission has temporarily withdrawn the measure that would repeal the county's current ban on specific breeds and types of dogs. It is believed that a new measure will be introduced that will repeal the ban and also amend the county's cruelty laws. AKC Government Relations will continue to closely monitor this proposal and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/miami-bsl-hearing-postponed/
| November 15, 2016