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Junior Spotlight Summer 2018
Meet Margaret Steinrock: Solution to Boredom Led to Agility Success Margaret Steinrock got her start in agility by playing around on her mother’s equipment with her dog Princess. Now she and her mother enjoy the sport together. At the 2017 AKC Juniors Agility Competition in Orlando, FL., Margaret and Princess Sassy Steinrock NAP OAP EAP […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/junior-spotlight-spring-2018/
| June 21, 2018
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Competition Title Update Summer 2018
Competition/Titles Update We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience and Tracking. This past quarter delivered an All-American Dog winning a division of the AKC National Agility Championship and the first ever Versatility Companion Dog Level 3 (VCD3)! AGILITY AKC National Agility […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-title-update-spring-2018/
| June 21, 2018
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Canine Partners Spotlight Summer 2018
Canine Partners Spotlight: Abandoned Pup Grows Up to Perform Heroic Act Zoee started life as an unwanted puppy, left by a Minnesota road with her littermates. Good Samaritans rescued the pups, and Zoee went to a foster home with the hopes of eventually becoming a service dog. Even though that career was not for Zoee, […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/canine-partners-spotlight-spring-2018/
| June 21, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Wiki the Australian Shepherd Turns on Lights, Opens Doors, and Entertains in the Show Ring
Wiki is an American Kennel Club Grand Champion, but it’s not just his titles that impress everyone. This smart, spirited, and distinctive Australian Shepherd, owned by Elissa and Tim Phillips of San Diego, willingly meets each new challenge with enthusiasm. For instance, he dances, opens doors, turns on lights, poses for selfies, bows, and says his […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/wiki-australian-shepherd/
| June 20, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
How and When Should I Begin Training My Two Littermate Puppies?
William T. writes, "I have two puppies (littermates that are 4 months old). At what age should I start training them to sit and stay, and can I teach them together or would it be better to teach them separately?" You’re in a tricky situation! It is difficult to train and properly socialize two puppies […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/ask-our-trainers-training-two-puppies/
| June 19, 2018
Sports & Events
The Road to Best in Show
Showing dogs is a fun sport where the thrill of competition is combined with the joy of seeing beautiful dogs. Dog shows, or conformation events, originated as a way for breeders to evaluate their breeding stock. While the purpose remains, dog shows are a great opportunity to socialize with people in your breed and develop […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/resources/road-to-best-in-show/
| June 18, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues July 2017
The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced in your city or county. We will provide you with resources and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-july-2017/local-issues-july-2017/
| June 15, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues June 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — House Bill 91 would have created a civil cause of action of wrongful injury or death of a companion or […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-june-2017/state-issues-june-2017/
| June 15, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues August 2017
The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced in your city or county. We will provide you with resources and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-august-2017/local-issues-august-2017/
| June 15, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues February 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — Senate Bill 17 /House Bill 45 would create the “Alabama Dog and Cat Breeders Commission” with authority to license, regulate, and inspect dog and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-february-2017/state-issues-february-2017/
| June 15, 2018