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Legislative Alerts
UPDATE (2/4): Hearing Postponed – Hawaii House Bill Seeks to Limit Docking and Cropping
Tuesday, February 4, 2020 This bill has been removed from the February 5 agenda and AKC Government Relations will update when developments warrant. Monday, February 3, 2020 The American Kennel Club is concerned with Hawaii House Bill 2163. The bill, introduced by Representative Roy Mitsuo Takumi, seeks to limit the practices of surgical births, debarking, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/hawaii-house-bill-seeks-limit-docking-cropping/
| February 3, 2020
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Canine Partners
Sometimes Your Spouse Really Does Know What You Need
Janie’s Little Loyal Levi CD BN RM RAE AX OAJ XF CGC TKA owned by Janellen Henderson of Amarillo, TX “When I retired after teaching for 38 years, my husband thought I needed a dog to fill my time. A dog! What? Because of several bad experiences when I was a child, I had spent most […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/sometimes-spouse-really-know-need/
| February 3, 2020
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Articles & Resources
See below for useful articles and resources including commonly asked questions and data from the American Kennel Club and its affiliates. Breeds by Year Recognized AKC National Breed Clubs: Breed Rescue Family Tips Puppy Buying Why Purebreds? Responsible Breeders Seniors When to See the Vet Bereavement What is Agility? Top Breeds in Major U.S. Cities […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/
| January 31, 2020
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Expert Advice: Agility
Agility Athletes Anne Brastow & Radar the Cavalier Excel Against Odds
For Anne Brastow, Obedience and Agility are all about daunting physical and psychological challenges with each step in the ring. But, you're probably asking yourself, isn't that the case for many? That may be true, but when the Bellevue, Washington, owner-handler competes in both AKC dog sports, she's doing so from a powered wheelchair. Consequently, her 7-year-old, multi-titled Cavalier King Charles […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/agility-athlete-and-cavalier-excel-against-odds/
| January 30, 2020
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Expert Advice: News
Beyond Iditarod: The History and Future of Sled Dogs
When you think of sled dogs, your mind may go straight to the legendary dog races, such as the Iditarod, in which teams of beautiful huskies pull mushers (the sport's term for the sled drivers) through ice and snow. It's a stunning thing to watch, but there's much more to sled dogs' history than just […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/beyond-iditarod-the-history-and-future-of-sled-dogs/
| January 30, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Washington Committee to Consider Bill Regulating Breeders, Eliminating Pet Choice and Consumer Protections on Friday 1/31
A bill has been introduced in the Washington State House of Representatives that would ban the sale of pets in pet stores and restrict pet choice and consumer protections in the state. The House Committee on Consumer Protection and Business is scheduled to consider the bill on Friday, January 31. Washington residents are strongly encouraged […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/washington-committee-consider-bill-regulating-breeders-eliminating-pet-choice-consumer-protections-friday-1-31/
| January 29, 2020
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Is It Safe for Puppies to Jump?
Do you have a jumping puppy on your hands? While most dogs are capable of jumping several times their own height, it doesn't mean they always should. Puppies shouldn't be asked to jump in extreme or competitive situations until they're at least 12-15 months old (or older for giant/slow-maturing breeds). This is because puppy growth […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppies-dogs-jump-safely/
| January 28, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
2019 Breeders of the Year By Sport: Dave & Lee Walker for Pointing Breed Field Events
They grab some Z's on recliners, hog the bed, and circle the kitchen counters hoping for a handout. There's no question the seven, eight, or even ten German Shorthaired Pointers who routinely hang inside Dave and and Lee Walker's home in Forsyth, Georgia, live the good life. These liver-and-white dogs, along with other GSPs the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/2019-breeders-of-the-year-by-sport-dave-lee-walker/
| January 27, 2020
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Expert Advice: Events
Breed Club Volunteers Power the 11th Annual AKC Meet the Breeds
Thousands of dog-lovers made their way to the Javits Center Jan. 25 and 26 for the 11th annual AKC Meet the Breeds®, an unforgettable weekend full of canine fun and education. Adults and children alike went from petting Afghan Hounds to Yorkshire Terriers, learning about purebred dogs and responsible pet ownership along the way. So […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-meet-the-breeds-volunteers-thanks/
| January 27, 2020
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
How To Read Dog Body Language
Dog body language involves a series of unique methods for communicating emotions and intentions. It can be quite different from how humans communicate with one another. A lot of canine communication consists of barks, whines, and growls, so it's important to know what dog sounds mean. More often, though, dogs rely on nonverbal body language. That […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-read-dog-body-language/
| January 27, 2020