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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Rover, Move Over! Tips on Sharing a Bed With Your Pet
Did you know that an AKC survey revealed that 21% of dog owners stated the reason they let their dogs sleep with them at night is to keep warm? And in the case of who—or what—occupies most of the bed space, 44% of respondents admitted their dog takes up the most room. If you do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/rover-move-over-akc-offers-tips-on-sleeping-with-your-pet/
| September 19, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Get to Know the Sussex Spaniel
The first time you see a Sussex Spaniel, you might think you’re looking at a Cocker Spaniel in a fun house mirror. They have a definite resemblance, but the Sussex is shorter, longer, and heavier, with a muscular and solid build. Here are some interesting facts about the Sussex Spaniel. 1. The Sussex Spaniel is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/get-to-know-the-sussex-spaniel/
| September 19, 2016
Legislative Alerts
Palm Beach County (FL) Ordinance Would Strike Exemption for Hobby Breeders and Redefine Pet Dealer”
On September 27, 2016, the Palm Beach Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and final vote on proposed amendments to the animal control ordinance. The provisions of the ordinance will be applicable to all incorporated and unincorporated areas of Palm Beach County, unless a municipal exemption applies. Although the proposed ordinance includes […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/palm-beach-county-hearing/
| September 16, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the Dalmatian
Dalmatians won our hearts when Disney made a whole movie about them. But do you know where Dalmatians came from? Here are six interesting facts you didn't know about this breed. 1. Their Origins Are Mysterious No one knows exactly where the Dalmatian originated. This may be because Dalmatians have often traveled with Romani people, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-dalmatian/
| September 16, 2016
Legislative Alerts
New Mexico: Second Santa Fe Hearing Scheduled, Contact the Commission
The Santa Fe County Commission will hold a second public hearing on a proposal that would impact county dog owners and fanciers. The proposal is over 30 pages of updates to the county’s animal control laws and include many concerning provisions, including impounding and sterilizing any dog not in a fenced yard – even if […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/santa-fe-second-hearing/
| September 15, 2016
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American Water Spaniel Club collection
AKD 1.4 1939-2005 3 linear ft in 5 boxes Processed by Norma Rosado-Blake, 2006. Revisions by Craig P. Savino, 2011 and 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 The documents the activities […]
https://www.akc.org/about/archive/guide-collections/awsc-collection/
| September 15, 2016
Chairman's Reports
September 2016 Chairman’s Report
The Show Must Go On! Conformation and Our Future The sport of Conformation is the flagship AKC event, and is the sport that is at the very foundation of our Registry. The pursuit of Championship points, records and rankings is only a set of mileposts along a journey that is at its core about the […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/september-2016/
| September 12, 2016
Legislative Alerts
New Mexico: Santa Fe County Public Hearing on Breeder, Sterilization, Tethering Laws on Sept. 13
The Santa Fe County Commission is holding the first of two public hearings on Tuesday, September 13, on a proposal that would impact all dog owners residing or participating in events in the county. Those who reside or participate in events in the county are strongly encouraged to contact the committee, and if possible, attend […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/santa-fe-proposal-hearing/
| September 9, 2016
Canine Partners
Pup Abandoned in Warehouse Gains Confidence Through Agility
Stella was found as a puppy in a warehouse, and I adopted her at 4 months of age from a rescue group that advertised her as a Border Collie-terrier mix. Stella didn’t act like a terrier and kept growing, and growing. A DNA test indicated that she is 25% Great Pyrenees, 25% Old English Sheepdog, 25% […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/pup-abandoned-in-warehouse-gains-confidence-thru-agility/
| September 8, 2016
Expert Advice: News
7-Year-Old Fundraises $6,000 For Local Police To Get K-9
7-year-old Ethan Engum is on a mission, and it isn't a typical one for a first grader. Ethan has been working diligently to raise money for the Green Bay, WI Police Department to help them purchase and train a new K-9 officer. Ethan (who has a German Shepherd and two Chihuahuas at home) became interested […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/7-year-old-fundraises-6000-for-local-police-to-get-k-9/
| September 8, 2016