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Competition/Titles Update Winter 2024
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY Agility Grand Championship (AGCH) AGCH MACH6 Mister Tedley MXS2 PDS MJS2 PJD PJDP MFG TQX T2B6 ACT2 TKA owned by Kathy Crain of […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-winter-2024/
| March 14, 2024
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Crawl Under The Covers?
Why do dogs crawl under the covers? For some dogs, it's a burrowing instinct. For others, it's a fear and anxiety-driven behavior.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-crawl-under-covers/
| October 17, 2016
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Season Winners
Season 6 - Winter 2024 [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Extended Ph.D."] Winter Season Finals – Extended Ph.D. – Teams & Dogs Congratulations to all teams & dogs that completed the Winter Season! Great job! Here are the top placers for Season 6: Top Teams Champion – Happy Dog Sports Team 1 – Texas Reserve Champion – New […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-agility-league/season-winners/
| September 14, 2022
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Whipworms in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
One of the most common parasites in dogs, whipworms are treatable parasites that can be prevented. Here is what you need to know about whipworms in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/whipworms-in-dogs/
| June 7, 2017
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues April 2024
Twenty-eight state legislatures and the District of Columbia are currently in session. The following are highlights of current, active legislation around the country: Arizona – Senate Bill 1047 seeks to regulate dogs outdoors. It provides specific exemptions for police and working dogs, hunting, training, “sporting and competitive functions”, and “lawful competitions”. As introduced, the bill […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-april-2024/
| April 17, 2024
Expert Advice: Nutrition
Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs: Closer to Solving the Mystery?
Since diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy was identified in 2018, researchers have linked it to diets with peas, lentils and possibly potatoes.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/dilated-cardiomyopathy-dogs-update/
| July 5, 2023
Expert Advice: Training
Are Board and Train Programs a Solution to Your Training Problems?
Many dog owners can benefit from professional help, but is board and train the solution? Here's why board and train and why it might not be best.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/board-and-train-programs/
| November 9, 2021
Expert Advice: Training
The Three Ds of Dog Training: Duration, Distance, and Distraction
Incorporate duration, distance, and distraction into your training to ensure your dog understands what you’re asking them to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-duration-distance-distraction/
| May 3, 2018
Expert Advice: Training
What Common Dog Training Words Mean
Dog training comes with its own lingo. Learn the definitions for common dog training terminology so you can train your dog with confidence.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-terms-lingo/
| March 28, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
How Long Can You Keep Your Dog Outside?
How long can you keep your dog outside? Here we explore just how to determine when it's time to call your dog back inside after a day of outdoor fun.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-long-can-you-keep-your-dog-outside/
| May 25, 2021