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Expert Advice: Breed History
Basset Fauve de Bretagne Breed History: From French Hunter to Versatile Companion
Along with its short legs, sweet expression, and cheerful disposition, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a bold, rugged, and old hunting hound with ties...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/basset-fauve-de-bretagne-history/
| January 2, 2026
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Yorkshire Terrier vs. Silky Terrier: Similarities and Differences
The popular Yorkshire Terrier or 'Yorkie' is often confused with the rarer Silky Terrier or 'Silky,' a breed for which it played a part in the development.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/yorkshire-terrier-vs-silky-terrier/
| October 18, 2019
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Breeds by Year Recognized
The AKC currently registers 205 dog breeds. The chart below lists all AKC recognized breeds and the year they first became registrable with the AKC. (last updated 1/1/26) DATE – BREED 1878 – Pointer 1878 – Retriever (Chesapeake Bay) 1878 – Spaniel (Clumber) 1878 – Spaniel (Cocker) 1878 – Setter (English) 1878 – Setter (Gordon) […]
https://www.akc.org/press-center/articles-resources/facts-and-stats/breeds-year-recognized/
| August 12, 2019