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All Puppy Breeds
Find more information on all the different breeds of puppies. Not sure which puppy is right for you? Take a short quiz to Find a Match. A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | T | V | W | X | Y A. Breed Group Affenpinscher Toy Afghan Hound Hound Airedale Terrier Terrier Akita Working Alaskan Malamute Working American English Coonhound Hound American Eskimo Dog […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/puppies/all-breeds/
| October 26, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Meet the Faithful and Gentle Briard—a Heart Wrapped in Fur
The loyal Briard, also known as the "Chien Berger de Brie," is a strong and powerful sheepherding dog, originally from France. Fans of the breed call the dynamic and alert Briard "a heart wrapped in fur." Here are some interesting facts about this member of the Herding Group that will have you calling yourself a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-facts-about-the-briard/
| March 14, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Get to Know the Sussex Spaniel
The first time you see a Sussex Spaniel, you might think you’re looking at a Cocker Spaniel in a fun house mirror. They have a definite resemblance, but the Sussex is shorter, longer, and heavier, with a muscular and solid build. Here are some interesting facts about the Sussex Spaniel. 1. The Sussex Spaniel is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/get-to-know-the-sussex-spaniel/
| September 19, 2016
Expert Advice: Feature
Book About Secret Service Dogs Offers Tasty Respite From Politics
By now, I’m certain you’re sick of presidential politics and want this election to be over. Enter a welcome distraction: "Secret Service Dogs: The Heroes Who Protect the President of the United States" by Maria Goodavage, a New York Times bestseller. This insightful read serves up plenty of brief, punchy slices of dog life that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/book-about-secret-service-dogs-offers-tasty-respite-from-politics/
| November 2, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Meet The Lost Dogs Who Have Returned Home Thanks To Their Microchips
In honor of Check the Chip Day, we wanted to share some great lost-dog recovery stories courtesy of AKC Reunite. These dogs all went missing, but were eventually found and reunited with their families with a little help from their microchips. Meet Monroe, the French Bulldog. Monroe snuck out the front door and was […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/microchip-reunion-stories/
| August 12, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Can You Tell These Dog Breed Look-Alikes Apart?
"Wait, was that a Siberian Husky? Or was it an Alaskan Malamute?" Many dog breeds can be difficult to tell apart. To celebrate National Look-Alike Day, we're taking a closer look at six pairs of dogs that look remarkably similar to each other, but are actually completely different breeds. 1. Alaskan Malamute vs. Siberian Husky […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-breed-look-alikes/
| April 21, 2017
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Things You Didn’t Know About the Airedale Terrier
Airedale Terriers used to be one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. They are incredibly versatile and intelligent, and they love to be part of a family. Here are some more interesting facts about the Airedale Terrier: 1. They Were Originally Used to Hunt Rats The Airedale Terrier originated in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/airedale-terrier-facts/
| December 6, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You Didn’t Know About the Spinone Italiano
The Spinone Italiano has always been near and dear to Italy, but only made a splash in the United States recently. If you haven't yet had a chance to get to know the breed, here are six interesting facts about the Spinone: 1. They Are Among the World's Oldest Hunting Dogs Until recently, the Spinone […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-spinone-italiano/
| October 27, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Things You Didn’t Know About the Pyrenean Shepherd
The Pyrenean Shepherd, or Pyr Shep for short, is a small and extremely capable dog. They've been working as herders for millennia, and the breed shows no signs of decline. Here are more interesting facts about the Pyrenean Shepherd: 1. The Breed Could Be More Than 6,000 Years Old There are no records of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-fun-facts-about-the-pyrenean-shepherd/
| December 23, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Things You Didn’t Know About the Clumber Spaniel
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. Here are some interesting facts about Clumber Spaniels: 1. No One Is Sure Where They Are From There is a theory that the Clumber Spaniel began […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-facts-about-the-clumber-spaniel/
| February 22, 2017
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
20 Must-Have Items Bulldog Lovers
Whether a French Bulldog or an English Bulldog, these short little guys are completely adorable. Plenty of gift ideas for the Bulldog-lover in your life. 1- Umbrella This umbrella is the bright spot on a rainy day: stylish, creative, and has a Bulldog on it. 2- Diaper cover A diaper cover? Why not […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/20-things-a-bulldog-lover-must-have/
| June 14, 2016
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever Is Once Again America’s Most Popular Dog
BREED 2015 2014 2013 Retrievers (Labrador) 1 1 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 2 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 3 3 Bulldogs 4 4 5 Beagles 5 5 4 French Bulldogs 6 9 11 Yorkshire Terriers 7 6 6 Poodles 8 7 8 Rottweilers 9 10 9 Boxers 10 8 7 Pointers (German Shorthaired) 11 12 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-is-once-again-americas-most-popular-dog/
| February 22, 2016
Expert Advice: News
The Labrador Retriever Remains Dallas’ Top Dog
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Dallas’ top spot in the American Kennel Club’s (AKC®) 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in Chicago, Austin, and Raleigh, among others. Yorkshire Terriers fell drastically in popularity this year in Dallas. The […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/the-labrador-retriever-remains-dallas-top-dog/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
The Labrador Retriever is Boston’s Top Dog
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Boston’s top spot in the American Kennel Club’s (AKC®) 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in Raleigh, Houston, and Atlanta, among others. There were quite a few shifts and changes among Boston’s most […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/the-labrador-retriever-is-bostons-top-dog/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever Reigns Supreme Once Again in Washington, D.C.
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Washington, D.C.’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Lab was also recognized as the #1 pup in Dallas, Chicago, and Portland. Shakeups were evident in Washington, D.C.’s top 10 most popular breeds. The Golden Retriever jumped from 9th […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-washington-dc-favorite/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever is Top Dog Once Again in Atlanta
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Atlanta’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in Denver, Boston, and Seattle, among others. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have climbed the ranks in Atlanta, increasing from eighth to fifth. Boxers, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-top-dog-atlanta/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever is #1 Once Again in Seattle
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Seattle’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Lab was also recognized as the #1 pup in Raleigh, Washington, D.C., and Dallas. The big movers and shaker in Seattle for 2016 was the Havanese, jumping from 12th to 5th, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-seattles-number-1/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
The Labrador Retriever is Chicago’s #1 Dog
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Chicago’s top spot in the American Kennel Club’s (AKC®) 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in Washington, D.C., Seattle, and Boston, among others. The Labrador Retriever held strongly to the #1 spot in Chicago, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-chicagos-number-1/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Labrador Retriever Leads the Pack Once Again in Denver
Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Denver’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in Boston, Atlanta, and Houston. Although there were no changes in the Mile High City’s top five, there were some fluctuations in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/labrador-retriever-leads-pack-in-denver/
| March 23, 2017
Expert Advice: News
The German Shepherd Regains Title as Miami’s Most Popular Breed
This year, the German Shepherd Dog took Miami’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The German Shepherd Dog was also recognized as the #1 pup in Detroit and Albany (NY). The German Shepherd Dog took the top spot back from the French Bulldog this year, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/german-shepherd-is-miami-favorite/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
French Bulldog is West Palm Beach’s Most Popular Breed
This year, the French Bulldog took West Palm Beach’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in New York City, Honolulu, and San Fransisco. The big mover and shaker in 2016 was the Great Dane. The […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-west-palm-beach-favorite/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
French Bulldog Reigns Supreme Once Again in New York City
Once again, the French Bulldog took New York City’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in San Fransisco, Honolulu, and West Palm Beach. The Labrador Retriever was NYC’s 2nd most popular dog, which ended the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-is-nyc-favorite/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
French Bulldog Reigns Supreme Once Again in San Francisco
Once again, the French Bulldog took San Francisco’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in New York City and West Palm Beach. New to San Francisco’s top 10 in 2016 was the Cavalier King Charles […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-san-fransisco-favorite/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: News
Bulldog Reigns Supreme Once Again in Los Angeles
Once again, the Bulldog took Los Angeles’s top spot in the 2016 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in Las Vegas and San Diego. After a down year, the Labrador Retriever made a jump from a tie in 4th with the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/bulldog-top-dog-los-angeles/
| March 21, 2017
Expert Advice: Conformation
How Does a Dog Win Westminster?
As you look down at the Best in Show judging from your seat in the nosebleed section at Madison Square Garden (or from your own couch), you might be inclined to offer your own take on which dog is worthy of the top honor at Westminster.“That pug is the cutest dog in the ring,” you […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/how-does-a-dog-win-westminster/
| February 17, 2015
Expert Advice: News
Independence Day Special: Revolutionary Hound Dogs
George Washington was first President of the United States and the father of our country, but he also had another distinction—America’s first crazy dog man.When Washington wasn’t out leading revolutions and presiding over the birth a nation, the Virginia plantation owner was obsessed with his pack. Fox hunting was one of his greatest pleasures, and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/independence-day-special-george-washington/
| October 14, 2014