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Canine Partners
Meet a Junior Handler & Her All-American Dog
Meet Franessa Limpach and her All-American Dog, Sierra, who have earned many agility titles and have competed in the national AKC Juniors Agility competition. Franessa was just 8 years old when she met Sierra, then age 8 months. Name: Franessa Limpach Age: 17 Grade: High school senior Hometown: Racine, WI Family: Father, Roger Mauer; half-brother, […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/meet-a-junior-handler-her-all-american-dog/
| April 15, 2015
Press Releases
2012 National Owner-Handler Series Top Dog Rankings Now Available on AKC Website
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) has released the 2012 top dog rankings for the inaugural year of the AKC National Owner-Handler Series (NOHS). Rankings are compiled based on the AKC National Owner-Handler Series Point Schedule for Best of Breed, Group and Best in Show placements. “Thank you to all who participated in the AKC National Owner-Handler Series […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2012-national-owner-handler-series-top-dog-rankings-now-available-on-a/
| December 3, 2012
Legislative Alerts
Arkansas Seeks to Require Annual Licenses of Up to $1000 for Dog Owners and Handlers
A bill has been introduced in the Arkansas Senate that requires owners of 12 or more dogs of any age to purchase an annual license for the right to maintain ownership of the dogs, regardless of whether the animals are on your property. "Owner" is defined as someone who meets any of the following criteria: […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/arkansas-seeks-to-require-annual-licenses-of-up-to-1000-for-dog-owners/
| March 16, 2009
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
What Are Titles in Dog Sports, and What Do They Mean?
The letters at the beginning and end of a dog's registered name are titles which are accomplishments the dog has earned. Learn more about what titles mean.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-sport-titles/
| May 15, 2024
Expert Advice: Events
Octavia Stensen Awarded Best Junior at 2024 Westminster Dog Show
The Junior Showmanship competition at Westminster celebrated its 90th year. Junior Handler Octavia Stensen took home 2024 Westminster Best Junior.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2024-westminster-best-junior/
| May 15, 2024
Expert Advice: Events
All-American Dog ‘Nimble’ Wins 2024 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster
After an action-packed weekend, the 2024 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster, a winner has been crowned.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2024-westminster-masters-agility-championship-winner/
| May 12, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
German Wirehaired Pointer ‘Natalie’ Balances Shows With Service Dog Duties
When Kevin Holmes went looking for a service dog that would double as a competition teammate two years ago, he had specific idea in mind. His answer? "Natalie" the German Wirehaired Pointer.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/natalie-german-wirehaired-pointer/
| April 30, 2024
Expert Advice: Juniors
Meet Junior Handlers, Brothers Jackson and Nathan Harris
Jackson Harris (14-years old) of Oswego, NY got involved with conformation around the same time he began homeschooling. His brother soon followed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-jackson-nathan-harris/
| April 22, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
Meet ‘Drive,’ Dog Sport Competitor and Seizure Alert Dog For His Housemate ‘Torch’
"Drive," the 3-year-old Australian Shepherd, isn't just a dog athlete, he's also a seizure alert dog for "Torch," a dog with idiopathic epilepsy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/drive-seizure-alert-dog-torch/
| April 10, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
What to Expect From Your First Dog Obedience Class
Every dog benefits from training, but it can feel overwhelming to figure out where to get started. The first step to training your dog is finding the...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/first-dog-obedience-class/
| April 9, 2024