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Expert Advice: Names
Top 96 Sports-Themed Names for Your Dog
There are so many different ways to go if you want to give your dog a sports-related name. You can honor a favorite athlete or a team. Perhaps you're a rabid fan of a particular sport. Sometimes, a dog's appearance, talents, or personality suggest just the right name. Or maybe you just like the sound […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-96-dog-sports-names/
| December 21, 2017
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Expert Advice: Names
150 French Names for Your Dog
Some dog owners like to choose dog names that honor the breed's country of origin. If you have a French breed, such as the Poodle, Briard, French Bulldog, or Dogue de Bordeaux, you have so many names to choose from. There's something about French, the language of love, that makes any name sound more important […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/150-french-names-dog/
| December 12, 2017
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
New Research in Canine Semen Evaluation and Fertility Outcomes
Artificial insemination (AI) is a common practice in canine reproduction, and in addition to the practice of AI, the use of chilled or frozen sperm has increased in popularity. But what are the effects of these storage methods on reproductive outcomes? Routine analysis of semen typically looks at morphology, motility, and velocity of the sperm, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/canine-semen-evaluation-fertility-outcomes/
| November 20, 2017
Apps
FAST CAT Rankings
FAST CAT is a 100-yard dash for dogs. The FAST CAT Ranking is a list of handicapped speed standings for the top 20 dogs in each breed based on FAST CAT races for a given year. It's a performance-driven way of answering questions about how fast a dog is or can be. FAST CAT is […]
https://www.apps.akc.org//apps/fastcat_ranking/index.cfm
| November 15, 2017
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Expert Advice: Events
AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin: A History in Pictures
The 2017 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday, December 16, and Sunday, December 17. Entering its 17th year, the National Championship has seen many historic firsts, memorable moments, and new attractions guaranteed to keep interest high among spectators and exhibitors […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-champ-history-pictures/
| November 15, 2017
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Why Do Dogs Prefer Some Toys Over Others?
Generally speaking, most dogs like toys that simulate prey. This is why squeaky toys and soft toys are often very popular with most dogs. Hearing the high-pitched squeak and/or ripping apart a soft plush toy can be immensely satisfying to some dogs. However, dogs are individuals, and even dogs within the same breed will have […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-dogs-prefer-toys-over-others/
| November 14, 2017
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Dog Breeds
Pomeranian
The tiny Pomeranian, long a favorite of royals and commoners alike, has been called the ideal companion. The glorious coat, smiling, foxy face, and vivacious personality have helped make the Pom one of the world's most popular toy breeds.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/pomeranian/
| November 6, 2017
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Dog Breeds
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Among the most agreeable of all small housedogs, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a strong, athletic, and lively little herder who is affectionate and companionable without being needy. They are one of the world's most popular herding breeds.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/pembroke-welsh-corgi/
| November 6, 2017
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Dog Breeds
Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever, an exuberant Scottish gundog of great beauty, stands among America’s most popular dog breeds. They are serious workers at hunting and field work, as guides for the blind, and in search-and-rescue, enjoy obedience and other competitive events, and have an endearing love of life when not at work.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/golden-retriever/
| November 6, 2017
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Dog Breeds
French Bulldog
The one-of-a-kind French Bulldog, with his large bat ears and even disposition, is one of the world’s most popular small-dog breeds, especially among city dwellers. The Frenchie is playful, alert, adaptable, and completely irresistible.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/french-bulldog/
| November 6, 2017