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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Toy Fox Terrier History: The Balance of a Toy and a Terrier
The Toy Fox Terrier has a unique distinction in being the only breed whose AKC standard implies that a fondness for television viewing is a breed trait. Don’t believe it? The introduction to the breed standard states that not only is the Toy Fox Terrier an athletic, bold, lively pup who will happily go to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/toy-fox-terrier-history/
| August 30, 2022
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Is Cute Aggression, and Do I Have It?
Cute aggression is described as an overwhelming feeling of wanting to squeeze something adorable, like a puppy. Here's how to control it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/what-is-cute-aggression/
| August 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Nutrition
Can Dogs Eat Pork Bones?
Can dogs eat pork bones? It's not advisable for them to do so. Here's why you should avoid giving your dog pork bones and what to do if they do eat one.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-pork-bones/
| August 25, 2022
Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
AKC Patriotic Puppy Program Builds Confidence With New Course
Training dogs has been a way of life for Roxane Dutson since she was a teen. She taught the family dogs tricks and then became involved in competition through an obedience training group. “My love for working with dogs became stronger as my husband and I got our first Labrador in 1996,” Dutson says. “From […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/akc-patriotic-puppy-program-confident-puppy-course/
| August 8, 2022
Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods
Can Dogs Eat Cucumbers?
Can dogs eat cucumbers? They can, and small pieces of these water-rich vegetables can make good rewards for dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-cucumbers/
| July 27, 2022
Press Releases
2022 National Owner-Handled Series & National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes Judging Panels Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2022 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The NOHS Finals will be held […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2022-national-owner-handled-series-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/
| July 22, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Spotlight: Mia Alvarez
Mia Alvare is a thirteen-year-old Junior Handler who competes in Agility with her 3-year-old All- American dog Honey. Mia competes with the Antelope...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-mia-alvarez/
| July 14, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Oldest Dog in 2022 National Obedience Championship Competes with Hearing Loss
If you’re the owner of a senior dog or have a dog that is losing vision or hearing, you might not think it’s possible to continue doing dog sports. But participating in dog sports can help with both mental stimulation and physical exercise and can help strengthen that human-canine bond. There are plenty of senior dogs who are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/oldest-dog-2022-national-obedience-championship/
| July 6, 2022
Pages
AKC Title Recognition Spring 2022
The AKC works with non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog program and the AKC Search & Rescue program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); the North American Flyball Association (NAFA); […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/akc-title-recognition-spring-2022/
| June 16, 2022
Expert Advice: Names
Best Food Names for Dogs That Are Hilariously Delicious
We take name inspiration from all of our favorite things in life. Our favorite places, flowers, family members, movies—so when it comes to naming a new puppy, why not take a cue from some of our most-loved foods too? Whether you prefer sweet, salty, or savory, we have all kinds of food names for dogs. As […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-food-names-for-dogs/
| May 19, 2022