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Legislative Alerts
Louisiana: Ouachita Parish Committee to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter Tonight
AKC Government Relations has just learned that the recently-formed Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter Citizens’ Advisory Committee will consider mandatory spay/neuter and breeder licensing recommendations at its meeting tonight. It is imperative that all concerned Ouachita Parish residents, members of AKC-affiliated clubs, and fanciers and enthusiasts in the area appear at tonight’s public meeting and express […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/louisiana-ouachita-parish-animal-shelter-mandatory-spay-neuter-september1/
| September 1, 2016
Canine Partners
13-Year-Old Uggie Has Earned 200-plus Titles & Still Going Strong
PACH Uggie Bug Jones CDX RAE AX AXJ MXP6 MXPS MJP6 MJPS PAX2 OF MFP T2BP2, aka Uggie, was discovered as a tiny puppy, freezing starving, and hiding in the yard of Shannon Jones of Cary, NC. Shannon had no intentions of keeping the pup – she just wanted to get her healthy and find […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/13-year-old-uggie-has-earned-200-plus-titles-still-going-strong/
| September 1, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
9 Fun Facts About the German Wirehaired Pointer
German Wirehaired Pointers are loving and enthusiastic gundogs that make versatile hunting partners or eager companions for dog sports. Here are some fun facts about the breed to help you get to know them better. 1. Members of the Sporting Group Like their fellow breeds in the Sporting Group, they’re likable, energetic, and alert. Sporting […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/9-fun-facts-about-the-german-wirehaired-pointer/
| September 1, 2016
Canine Partners
“Pocket Setter” Still Running Great at 10 Years
Spotacular Lil Jazz Hands MXP2 MXP MJP4 MJPB CGC, also known as Sammie, is one-half of a great agility team with his owner Sue Thompson of Raleigh, NC. At 10 years old, Sammie is running better than ever and closing in on the AKC Preferred Agility Championship through the AKC Canine Partners program. Sue tells us […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/pocket-setter-still-running-great-at-10-years/
| September 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Glen of Imaal Terrier: Size Matters
Special to the AKC Gazette Over the past several years, the Glen of Imaal Terrier has sometimes fallen prey to the dangerous idea that bigger is better. The standard calls for a dog who is “approximately 35 lbs,” with “bitches somewhat less,” but we are seeing dogs in the ring who are easily 20 to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-glen-of-imaal-terrier-size-matters/
| September 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
Reasons to Breed
From the Dalmatian Club of America breed column in the March 2016 AKC Gazette “I only breed for myself” is a phrase I’ve heard frequently over the years. It does sound rather noble: I’m not in it for the money, I’m not filling shelters with surplus dogs, and most importantly, I’m not a backyard breeder/puppy […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/reasons-to-breed/
| September 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Things You Didn’t Know About the Chinese Shar-Pei
The Chinese Shar-Pei has an incredible story, going from exceedingly rare to exceedingly popular in only a couple of decades. Here are some interesting things you didn't know about the Chinese Shar-Pei: 1. They Originated in Ancient China The Chinese Shar-Pei has been around since at least 200 B.C. Archeologists discovered statues that bear a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-chinese-shar-pei/
| September 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
AKC Pet Insurance 30-Day Certificate: Real Pets, Real Problems, Real Protection
In the article “Why You Should Get the AKC Pet Insurance 30-Day Certificate” featured in the July issue, you heard a real-life story that demonstrated just how beneficial sending your puppies home with insurance can be in the event of an emergency. Thankfully, emergency situations are few and far between; but as we all know, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-pet-insurance-30-day-certificate-real-pets-real-problems-real-protectio/
| September 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
Screening Puppy Buyers — How Top Breeders Find the Best Homes
Header photo courtesy of Karen Moureaux, Contact Point Border Collies You finally decided on the breed of your dreams. You researched and found a potential breeder of your ideal dog on AKC Marketplace. Ready to pick up your new addition? Not so fast! Responsible breeders do as much interviewing and questioning as the buyers to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/screening-puppy-buyers-how-top-breeders-find-the-best-homes/
| August 31, 2016
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Cocker Spaniel Facts You May Not Know
Did you know that the Cocker Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel are two different breeds? Learn more about the breed with these Cocker Spaniel fun facts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-cocker-spaniel/
| August 30, 2016