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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Facts About the Clumber Spaniel That You May Not Know
The Clumber Spaniel looks like a more rugged version of the Cocker Spaniel, but the two breeds are very different. The Clumber is a rare breed with mysterious origins. Learn more about this Sporting breed with these Clumber Spaniel fun facts. No One Is Sure Where They're From There is a theory that the Clumber […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-clumber-spaniel/
| February 22, 2017
Expert Advice: General Health
Cancer in Dogs: What to Know
Cancer is one of the most common diseases in dogs, especially seniors. Discover symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, breed risks, and prevention tips.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cancer-in-dogs/
| January 30, 2024
Expert Advice: Studies
Does a Dog’s Brain Size Affect How Trainable They Are?
Does a dog's brain size affect how trainable they are? Scientists looked at the large and small relative brain sizes of dogs to see.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dogs-brain-size-affect-how-trainable/
| October 5, 2026
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
How to Read Dog Body Language
Dog body language can be confusing. But if you know the signs and signals to look for, it can make it easier to communicate with and understand your pet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-read-dog-body-language/
| January 27, 2020
Expert Advice: Studies
Is Raising a Puppy Hard? One in Three Families Find It Harder Than Expected
Studies find that raising a puppy is harder than expected. Learn more about consideration before bringing one home.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/is-raising-a-puppy-hard/
| September 29, 2026
Press Releases
DENNIS BROWN JR. HIRED AS CHICAGO-BASED AKC EXECUTIVE FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is pleased to announce that Dennis Brown Jr. has been hired as an Executive Field Representative based in Chicago, IL. He will start January 4th, 2027. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/dennis-brown-jr-hired-as-chicago-based-akc-executive-field-representative/
| October 5, 2026
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FSS News & Updates
(updated 10/6/26 ) 9/14/2026 From the September Board Meeting - one new breed was added to the Foundation Stock Service Program – Seppala Siberian Sleddog. The American Dutch Shepherd Association is the official parent club for the Dutch Shepherd and to accept the Dutch Shepherd into the AKC Stud Book on June 30, 2027 . […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/foundation-stock-service-program/fss-news-updates/
| November 17, 2017
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Rescue Network P Breeds
Papillon Learn about Papillons [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] PapAdopters & Placement Service Phone: 248-231-5076 Email: info@papadopters.com Papillon Haven Rescue phone: 501-865-4442 (central time), fax: 501-865-4600 (central time) Email: jorolan@catc.net or jorolan2@yahoo.com Papillon Pals Rescue phone: 904-477-6829 - Tami Steinle Email: papillonpals@comcast.net [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Parson Russell Terrier Learn about Parson Russell Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Parson Russell Terrier […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/rescue-network-p-breeds/
| July 13, 2020
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Rescue Network C Breeds
Cairn Terrier Learn about Cairn Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Cairn Terrier Club of America Patricia Gould, 9510 190th Place SW Edmonds, WA 98020; 406-459-8290; CairnPup@gmail.com Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Canaan Dog Learn about Canaan Dogs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Canaan Dog Rescue Network, Inc. [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Cane Corso Learn about Cani Corso [accordion] […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/rescue-network-c-breeds/
| July 13, 2020
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Course Maps
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Fall 2026"] Round 2 Round 1 [/accordion_panel] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Spring/Summer 2026"] Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 [/accordion_panel] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Spring/Summer 2026"] Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 [/accordion_panel] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Winter 2026"] Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-agility-league/course-maps/
| January 16, 2024