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Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever Is Once Again America’s Most Popular Dog
BREED 2015 2014 2013 Retrievers (Labrador) 1 1 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 2 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 3 3 Bulldogs 4 4 5 Beagles 5 5 4 French Bulldogs 6 9 11 Yorkshire Terriers 7 6 6 Poodles 8 7 8 Rottweilers 9 10 9 Boxers 10 8 7 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 11 12 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-is-once-again-americas-most-popular-dog/
| February 22, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
5 Fun Characteristics of the Norwich Terrier
The Norwich Terrier is living proof that good things come in small packages. Although only 10 inches tall, there's a lot of dog in that small body. Bred as a fearless ratter, this is a real working terrier. But combine that with his affectionate, fun-loving nature, and he's also an ideal family companion. Longtime fans […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/characteristics-of-the-norwich-terrier/
| January 20, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the Rat Terrier
The Rat Terrier is a relatively new breed that has experienced some highs and lows during its history. Let's take a look at how Rat Terriers became the energetic, loyal, family dogs they are today. Here are six interesting facts about the Rat Terrier: 1. They Used to Be Wildly Popular With Farmers In the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-rat-terrier/
| October 19, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Welsh Terrier Is a Rugged, Friendly, and Spirited Dog
The Welsh Terrier is a medium-size sturdy, compact, and rugged terrier that originated in Wales many hundreds of years ago. In fact, some claim that it is the oldest existing dog breed in the entire United Kingdom. This spirited breed has a black-and-tan-colored, wiry coat, similar to an Airedale Terrier. Dogs are mentioned in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-spirited-welsh-terrier/
| January 9, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Border Terrier Is Tough in the Field and Affectionate in the Home
The understated Border Terrier (BT) may be overlooked in his plain brown coat, but there’s a lot to love about this unique little dog. He developed as a working terrier that could go to ground, as well as follow the horses on a hunt, and he is built perfectly for both jobs. For centuries, hunters […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/border-terrier-facts/
| February 16, 2017
Clubs & Delegates
All Puppy Breeds
Find more information on all the different breeds of puppies. Not sure which puppy is right for you? Take a short quiz to Find a Match. A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | T | V | W | X | Y A. Breed Group Affenpinscher Toy Afghan Hound Hound Airedale Terrier Terrier Akita Working Alaskan Malamute Working American English Coonhound Hound American Eskimo Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/puppies/all-breeds/
| October 26, 2017
Expert Advice: Events
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show Returns to Motor City June 20–21
After a one-year hiatus, the Detroit Kennel Club dog show returns to the Motor City this weekend with events Saturday and Sunday, June 20–21, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in the Detroit suburb of Novi, Michigan. This year’s show features a number of special attractions, including obedience and rally trials, demonstrations, AKC National Owner-Handled […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/detroit-kennel-club-dog-show-returns-to-motor-city-june-2021/
| June 19, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Once Upon a Dog: Nipper, the RCA dog
English painter Francis Barraud (1856 - 1924) was an honorable journeyman, an artist of talent but not genius. Yet in 1898, thanks to a typically curious terrier, he created an image more enduring than masterworks by many of his more celebrated rivals.Berraud s subject was his brother's faithful dog, Nipper, whose favorite pastime was peering […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/high-fidelity-nipper-the-rca-dog/
| January 1, 2009
Sports & Events
Junior Report: Celeste Morelli
Hello, my name is Celeste Morelli and I am in Juniors. I am in Open Intermediate and I have Standard Poodles! I have been practicing since I was seven years old and I have been showing since I was nine years old. My breed is harder than most, but it is really fun to work […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/juniors/junior-resources/junior-spotlight/junior-report-celeste-morelli/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
2014 VCD Title Holders
The following dogs have earned VCD titles on the dates listed below: 1/4/2014 VCD1 Nocturne's Gabriel II VCD2 UDX2 OM1 GSD. Owned by: Timothy A Muldowney of ROCKFORD, IL. 1/5/2014 VCD1 GCH DC Sanyati's Savanna Shasha VCD2 RE MC LCX MX MXJ CGC RHORIDGE. Owned by: Michael Miller/Suzanne Miller of HILLSBORO, OR. 1/5/2014 VCD1 MACH Pebblemist's Holiday Garland VCD1 RN MXB MJB CGC DACH. […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/vcd-title-holders/2014-vcd-title-holders/
| November 30, 2017