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Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
Study Measuring Canine Intelligence Ranks Breeds as the Smartest
What makes a dog smart? Discover how canine intelligence is defined and which dog breeds consistently rank highest.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/smartest-dog-breeds/
| March 13, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
Pride in the Ring: Celebrating LGBTQ+ Dog Sport Competitors
Diversity amongst dogs and people makes our dog sports community stronger. Meet some of the LGBTQ+ dog spot handlers and what they do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/lgbtq-spotlight-dog-sports/
| June 11, 2025
Expert Advice: Conformation
LGBTQ+ Dog Handlers Talk Pride in Dog Sports
Celebrating the diversity of our dog sports community is part of helping our sports to thrive, including the AKC LGBTQ community.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/lgbtq-pride-dog-sports/
| June 7, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Highlighting LGBTQ+ Members of the Dog World
LGBTQIA+ dog owners have always been part of AKC dog sports. For some, the dog world has been a supportive haven, while for others, it has been more challenging.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/lgbtq-handler-spotlight/
| June 19, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Best Dog Breeds for Hot Weather
The outdoor temperature where you live affects your dog's comfort level. If you live in a warm or tropical climate, what are the best breeds for hot...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/best-dog-breeds-for-hot-weather/
| August 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods
Are Eggs Safe for Dogs to Eat?
Can dogs eat eggs? Learn how to safely incorporate eggs into your dog's diet, usually as an occasional treat.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-eggs/
| March 8, 2021
Expert Advice: General Nutrition
People Foods Dogs Can and Can’t Eat
Before sharing a meal or bit of your meal with your dog, learn about which human foods are and aren't safe for them to eat and how to prepare them safely.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/human-foods-dogs-can-and-cant-eat/
| April 24, 2020
Sports & Events
All AKC Titles Sorted Alphabetically
* Indicates a title granted by another sanctioning body that is recognized by the AKC # Indicates that the title can be earned multiple times. The number of times the criteria for the title have been met will follow the title abbreviation (ex: MACH8) Abbreviation Title Name Prefix or Suffix ACT1 Agility Course Test 1 […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/titles-and-abbreviations/akc-titles-sorted-alphabetically/
| November 13, 2017
Clubs & Delegates
AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award
The AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award Program was established in 2006 to provide each AKC Member Club with an embossed AKC medallion to award on a yearly basis as an ongoing effort to celebrate its volunteer club members. This award honors those individuals who deserve special recognition that have made a difference in the Sport of […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/clubs/resources/akc-outstanding-sportsmanship-award/
| November 21, 2017