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Expert Advice: Feature
From College Mascot to the Show Ring, Dubs’ Comfort Zone Has No Limits
He’s almost 1½ years old but you should see his social calendar already. And managing it resembles a command central operation. Dubs is a 75-pound Alaskan Malamute who just happens to be the University of Washington’s mascot and a conformation show dog in the Pacific Northwest. The university explains why it chose an Alaskan Malamute […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/university-of-washington-mascot-dubs/
| April 25, 2019
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Expert Advice: Grooming
Spring Grooming Tips to Get Your Dog Ready for Warmer Weather
It's finally spring, and with the new season, dog owners should also remember to get in a routine of cleaning and grooming their pets.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/spring-dog-grooming-tips/
| April 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
Educate Your Puppy Buyers on Common Illnesses
As a breeder, you know that a puppy can go from happily playing to feeling under the weather within a matter of hours. After several litters, you may know the symptoms that indicate a minor illness versus symptoms that could become an expensive medical emergency. Passing this knowledge on to your puppy owners can go a long way […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/common-puppy-illnesses/
| April 12, 2019
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Group Behavior
Learning Objectives Students will learn about the impacts of group behavior on animals, specifically dogs. Grade Levels 9-12 Next Generation Science Standards HS-LS2-8: Evaluate evidence for the role of group behavior on individual and species’ chances to survive and reproduce. Materials Needed Computer with Internet Access Microsoft Power Point AKC Article- Meet […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/grades-9-12-lesson-plans/9-12-science/group-behavior/
| April 2, 2019
Expert Advice: News
Most Popular Dog Breeds – Full Ranking List
Breed 2018 Rank 2017 Rank 2016 Rank 2015 Rank 2014 Rank Labrador Retrievers 1 1 1 1 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 2 2 2 2 Golden Retrievers 3 3 3 3 3 French Bulldogs 4 4 6 6 9 Bulldogs 5 5 4 4 4 Beagles 6 6 5 5 5 Poodles 7 7 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-full-ranking-list/
| March 28, 2019
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2018 Most Popular Dog Breeds
Breed Rank Retrievers (Labrador) 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 French Bulldogs 4 Bulldogs 5 Beagles 6 Poodles 7 Rottweilers 8 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 9 Yorkshire Terriers 10 Boxers 11 Dachshunds 12 Pembroke Welsh Corgis 13 Siberian Huskies 14 Australian Shepherds 15 Great Danes 16 Doberman Pinschers 17 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels […]
https://www.akc.org/most-popular-breeds/2018-full-list/
| March 26, 2019
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Balto the Sled Dog
Learning Objectives Students will learn about the history and specific dog breed of Balto, the famous sled dog, through group reading activities and informational text. Note: This is a multiple day lesson. Grade Levels K-2 National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies Theme 2: Time, Continuity, and Change Common Core English Language Arts […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/grades-k-2-lesson-plans/k-2-social-studies/balto-sled-dog/
| March 12, 2019
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
8 Pawesome Tributes for Dog Lovers in NYC
The newly-opened AKC Museum of the Dog in New York City makes Manhattan a must-visit destination for dog-lovers. But what other dog exhibits already exist around the city? You can easily spend an entire day at these New York City dog tributes — you might even need a weekend! While all eight locations are sure […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/8-pawesome-tributes-dog-lovers-nyc/
| February 8, 2019
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Expert Advice: News
Bedlington Terrier “Vogue” Wins Best in Show at 2018 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals
The top 10 owner-handled dogs from each breed came to compete at the AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals on December 15. After intense competition at the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canine, the Best in Show honors went to GCHG CH Lamz Strike A Pose RN CAA CGC TKN, a Bedlington Terrier known affectionately as […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2018-akc-nohs-winner/
| December 16, 2018
Press Releases
Bedlington Terrier “Vogue” Wins Best in Show at 2018 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals
The AKC National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHG CH Lamz Strike A Pose RN CAA CGC TKN, a Bedlington Terrier known affectionately as “Vogue” owned and handled by Gabrielle Gilbeau and bred by Laurie Zembrzuski & Gabrielle Gilbeau. The 2018 NOHS Finals Best in Show winner was crowned by […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/bedlington-terrier-vogue-wins-best-show-2018-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 15, 2018