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Expert Advice: Events
AKC National Championship Winners Through the Years
These champion show dogs took the top prize in conformation at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-winners-roundup/
| December 12, 2022
Expert Advice: Events
Alexis Chism and “Greta” Win 2025 National-Owner Handled Series Best in Show
Alexis Chism and German Wirehaired Pointer "Greta" won National Owner-Handled Series Best in Show at 2025 AKC National Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/nohs-2025-gwp-greta/
| December 18, 2025
Expert Advice: Agility
How Do Dog Agility Competitions Work?
Ever wonder what goes on at a dog agility competition? We've made a beginner's guide — including a breakdown of the obstacles!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/agility-competition-101/
| March 9, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
Everything You Need to Know About Caring for an Intact Dog
One of the many decisions you'll need to make as a dog owner is whether to spay or neuter your dog. Here are things to note if you want to keep your dog intact.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/life-with-intact-dog/
| May 23, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
How Changes in Weather Can Affect Your Dog’s Mood
Have you ever noticed that your dog's mood shifts with the weather? Understanding this behavior can help you prepare for the forecast ahead.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-dogs/
| June 5, 2020
Expert Advice: Health
Lumps and Bumps on Dog’s Skin: Signs, Symptoms, Causes
While skin bumps and strange lumps should always be taken seriously, certain types of bumps are more common than you might think.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-skin-lumps-bumps/
| September 15, 2021
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Diabetes in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
The sooner diabetes in dogs is diagnosed and treatment begins, the better chance your pet has of a normal life. Here's what to look for.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/diabetes-in-dogs/
| April 11, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Cataracts in Dogs: What to Know
Your dog's hazy pupil could be a sign of a cataract, a clouding of the eye's lens. Cataracts in dogs can affect vision, but surgery can restore their sight.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cataracts-in-dogs-what-to-know/
| May 31, 2023
Press Releases
GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER “GRETA” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 2025 AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS
The AKC® National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals Best in Show honors went to GCHG CH Wirewick Afterhours Feels Like A Regret BN RN JH FDC CGCA CGCU TKA ATT VHMA VSWB, a German Wirehaired Pointer known affectionately as “Greta” owned by R Wickes & M Hancock & A Chism & A Chism, handled by Alexis […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/german-wirehaired-pointer-greta-wins-best-in-show-at-2025-akc-national-owner-handled-series-finals/
| December 17, 2025
Sports & Events
Current Contest Winners & Outstanding Performances
RESULTS 2025 AKC Trick Dog National Competition Overall Winner “Cricket” (Breed: Russell Terrier) handled by Elizabeth Berthold-Davis from East Patchogue, NY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hxz-0J3Be4 Semi-finalists “Cheza” (Breed: All American) handled by Heidi Armstrong from Austin, TX https://youtu.be/oiLmkAUlXVs?si=pbBl0gyZJkE41PLa “Hashbrown” (Breed: Brussels Griffon) handled by Melissa Quintana-Mitchell from Stanton, CA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJ6rfLpVWgw 2025 Outstanding Performances In addition […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/competition-winners/
| December 9, 2024