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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Sniff Everything?
Dogs' noses are far more powerful than humans, with as many as 300 million scent receptors. Learn why the urge to sniff is such a big part of dogs' lives.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-does-my-dog-sniff-everything/
| November 7, 2019
Expert Advice: Health
Cerebellar Abiotrophy vs. Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Dogs
If your puppy has been wobbly since birth, they could have a non-progressive, non-curable neurological condition known as cerebellar hypoplasia.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cerebellar-hypoplasia-in-dogs/
| April 5, 2024
Expert Advice: Why is my dog...
How Do I Know If My Dog Is Happy?
How do you know if your dog is happy? Here's what to look for in your dog's body language, behavior, and breed characteristics.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-do-i-know-if-my-dog-is-happy/
| November 30, 2021
Expert Advice: Breed History
The Dog Breeds Beloved by Monks
Dogs have long held a special place at monasteries worldwide. Here are just a few of the AKC-recognized breeds that have been particularly favored by monks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dog-breeds-beloved-monks/
| January 21, 2022
Expert Advice: Events
Winners Crowned at Second Annual Westminster Flyball Competition
Winners have been crowned at the second annual Westminster Flyball competition, held on January 31 at the Jacob K. Javits center.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/westminster-flyball-winners-2026/
| February 1, 2026
Expert Advice: Feature
How ‘Tully’ the All-American Dog’s Second Chance Led to the National Agility Championship
Haley Berman gave 'Tully' the All-American Dog a second chance, and together, they learned to excel at agility.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/national-agility-championship-tully-all-american-dog/
| March 11, 2026
Expert Advice: Training
Dog Muzzles: When, Why, and How to Correctly Use Them
Learn why every dog should be muzzle trained, not just aggressive dogs or dogs with a bite history, and the types of muzzles that are available.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-muzzles-when-why-how-to-use/
| September 1, 2021
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Advanced Recognition Breeders of Merit
The following breeders have met the requirements for the Breed and Levels recorded at the time of the application. The American Kennel Club is pleased to recognize these breeders for their contribution to the sport and maintaining the tenets of the Breeder of Merit program. (current as of 3/12/26, last updated 3/13/26) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Platinum"] […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/advanced-recognition-breeders-merit/
| September 25, 2018
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Rescue Network T Breeds
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Learn about Teddy Roosevelt Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] New Rattitude rehome@newrattitude.org or urgent@newrattitude.org PO Box 91, DeWitt, MI 48820 Ratbone Terrier Rescue contact@ratbonertr.org 18495 S Dixie Hwy #277, Cutler Bay, FL 33157 Rat Terrier Rescue Canada adoptions@ratterrierrescue.ca or info@ratterrierrescue.ca 17 Moreau Trail, Scarborough, ONT M1L4V3 [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Tibetan Mastiff Learn about […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/rescue-network-t-breeds/
| July 13, 2020
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Rescue Network W Breeds
Weimaraner Learn about Weimaraners [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Weimaraner Club of America Rebecca Weimer, wffrescue@aol.com, 618-236-1466 [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Welsh Springer Spaniel Learn about Welsh Springer Spaniels [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America Shannon Gandee, (304) 373-0260, heatherstone@wirefire.com, West Virginia [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Welsh Terrier Learn about Welsh Terriers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Welsh Terrier […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/rescue-network-w-breeds/
| July 13, 2020