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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
French Bulldog Is Most Popular Dog In New York City
The French Bulldog is the most popular dog breed in New York City for 2015, according to AKC registration data. While the family-friendly Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed in the United States, the adaptable French Bulldog holds the No. 1 spot in the nation's largest city. However, the Frenchie isn't top dog in every […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/french-bulldog-most-popular-breed-nyc/
| February 22, 2016
Expert Advice: News
Borzoi, Shih Tzu, Bulldog, German Shepherd Win Respective Groups At Westminster 2016
It was an exciting first night of the 2016 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® on Monday, Feb. 15 at Madison Square Garden in New York, as winners of the Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting, and Herding groups were named. CH Belisarius Jp My Sassy Girl, aka "Lucy," a 3-year old Borzoi won the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/westminster-group-results-day-1/
| February 16, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
Bulldog Puppy Power
Bulldogs. The wrinkly, adorable breed has been gaining popularity over the past few years, reaching fourth place in our most popular dog breeds in 2014. This intelligent, dignified dog is known for it’s gentle nature and unflappable demeanor. Originally bred in England for bullbaiting, the breed faced extinction when that cruel sport was outlawed in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/bulldog-puppy-power/
| October 8, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Bow-Wow Backstory of the Beatles’ “Hey Bulldog”
It’s one of the great dog-themed anthems of rock ’n’ roll, but up until the last minute “Hey Bulldog” was supposed to be about a frog. It was early February 1968, as the Beatles were preparing for their fateful trip to India to meditate with the Maharishi. Pressed for time, and with a commitment for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/backstory-of-hey-bulldog/
| July 14, 2015
Expert Advice: Feature
Mack Truck: Bulldog Tough
The brothers Gus and Jack Mack didn’t waste time establishing themselves as makers of things built to last. The very first vehicle to roll out of their Brooklyn workshop in 1900 was a bus that would log a million miles during 20 years’ service. By the outbreak of World War I, the brothers’ manufacturing business […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/mack-truck-bulldog-tough/
| July 2, 2015
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
The future of the Bulldog breed depends on the individual breeder
Careful Breeding I am writing the column this time not as an individual who is experienced in the world of purebred dogs but as a layperson who lost a beloved pet. I recently lost my Doberman Pinscher, Amber, who was a family member to us. She lived with a Bulldog, two cats, and later two grandchildren […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/future-of-bulldogs-depends-on-breeders/
| June 15, 2015
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
10 Things Only a French Bulldog Owner Would Understand
Owning a French Bulldog doesn't necessarily require that you become fluent in French, but Frenchies tend to insist that you become dedicated to ensuring their care and comfort.Here are 10 things every French Bulldog owner quickly learns about the breed: 1. Frenchies can transform their 25-pound body into a 200-pound dead weight at any time while on a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-things-only-a-french-bulldog-owner-would-understand/
| January 1, 2009
Expert Advice: Nutrition
What to Add to Your Dog’s Diet to Boost Gut Health
You can add certain dairy products, vegetables, and meats to your dog's diet to boost their gut health. Probiotic supplements can offer additional help.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/dog-diet-gut-health/
| December 2, 2025
Expert Advice: Feature
Bloodhound ‘Keva’ Wins Uniformed Service K-9 Award for Canine Excellence
Deputy Gabriel Jasso and K-9 Bloodhound 'Keva' work on live-finding missing persons. The team won the 2025 AKC Award for Canine Excellence.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/bloodhound-keva-ace-uniformed-service-k9/
| December 1, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
Immunotherapy (Allergy) Shots for Dogs: What to Know
Learn about how allergy shots for dogs (allergen immunotherapy) can help control environmental allergies and improve your pet's quality of life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/immunotherapy-allergy-shots-for-dogs/
| October 17, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
Cefpodoxime for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Cefpodoxime for dogs is commonly used to treat skin infections, but to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance, it isn't always the first line of defense.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cefpodoxime-for-dogs/
| September 22, 2025
Press Releases
The Loveable Bulldog Hits Highest Spot Ever, While Labrador Retriever Remains Number One
New York, NY - The Labrador Retriever has done it again. The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced today that the intelligent, family friendly breed holds tight to the number one spot on the most popular list for the 24th consecutive year, continuing the longest reign as the nation’s top dog in AKC history. While the […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/most-popular-breeds-2014/
| February 26, 2015
Press Releases
Bulldog Muscles Its Way Into AKC’s List Of Top 10 Most Popular Dogs In America
Bulldog Makes the List for First Time in Nearly 75 Years; Labrador Retriever Continues to Fetch Top Spot AKC Appears on NBC Today Show to Announce 2007 Registration Statistics - New York, NY – Today the American Kennel Club® announced that the Bulldog, a popular sports team mascot and one of the most recognizable and iconic […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/bulldog-muscles-its-way-into-akcs-list-of-top-10-most-popular-dogs-in/
| January 16, 2008
Press Releases
TOP DOGS CROWNED AT AKC RALLY CHAMPION (RACH) INVITATIONAL
The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall entry of 132 dogs this past weekend at the AKC Rally Champion (RACH) Invitational. Competitions were held December 11-12, 2025, in conjunction with the 25th AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The winners: AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-at-akc-rally-champion-rach-invitational/
| December 13, 2025
Press Releases
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES THE TOP JUNIORS BY SPORT
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is pleased to announce the top Juniors in AKC Sports for 2025. The American Kennel Club recognizes and appreciates the participation of Junior handlers across all […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-american-kennel-club-announces-the-top-juniors-by-sport/
| December 3, 2025
Press Releases
AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN CELEBRATES 25TH YEAR WITH ENTRY OF MORE THAN 5,500 DOGS
The AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin has a grand total of 5,557 dogs that will compete for the title of America’s National Champion on December 13 and 14, 2025 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Additionally, 1,602 puppies and juniors will vie for Puppy/Junior of the Year in the AKC/Royal […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin-celebrates-25th-year-entry-5500-dogs/
| November 17, 2025
Press Releases
BLINK AND YOU’LL MISS THEM! THE NATION’S SPEEDIEST DOGS CROWNED AT AKC FAST CAT INVITATIONAL
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization that is the world’s largest registry of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, and a leading voice for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 AKC® Fast CAT® Invitational. The event took place October 15-18, 2025 at the Roberts Centre in Wilmington, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/blink-youll-miss-nations-speediest-dogs-crowned-akc-fast-cat-invitational/
| October 24, 2025
Pages
Competition Update Fall 2025
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 Masters Agility Championship (MACH) MACH Racing On Arrows Edge MXB MJB MXF T2B2 owned by Nicole Shaffer of Colorado Springs, CO In 2018, […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-update-fall-2025/
| December 3, 2025
Sports & Events
Judges’ Study Guides
AKC Group Standards Download AKC approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device. Sporting Hound Working Terrier Toy Non-Sporting Herding Misc. Judges Study Guide No single written guide is ever comprehensive enough to be the only learning tool utilized in preparation for judging a new breed. We urge you to […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/judging-information/judges-study-guides/
| September 11, 2025