Agility is a fast-growing dog sport that showcases the power of the human-canine bond. As the handler directs the dog through a predetermined obstacle course, the team races against the clock to finish the agility course with as few mistakes as possible. The 2024 AKC National Agility Championship took place March 14 through 17 in […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="2024"] Below you will find recording links and resources for webinars that aired in 2024. Once you click the recording link, you will be asked to enter your name and email address in order to access the recording. Webinar Topic Recording Link PYO: The Fear Inducing Three Letter Word Tuesday, January 9, 2024 […]

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.

An elegant, intelligent, and energetic breed, the Standard Poodle is one of three Poodle sizes. Is this the right breed for your lifestyle?

Date of Webinar Subject July 27, 2021 Review of the revised Judging Guidelines August 31, 2021 Aggressive Behavior, Regular Status, Order of Judging  September 28, 2021 Double Entries, Accepting Assignments/Contracts, Disabled Exhibitors October 26, 2021 Large Entries/Small Rings, Judging NOHS, 4-6 Month Puppy Comp./FSS Open Shows December 7, 2021 Acceptable Mentors, Junior Showmanship Pilot Program, […]

Owning a dog means having certain responsibilities that come with dog ownership. It also means following the sometimes unspoken rules of dog ownership etiquette and good manners. After all, common courtesy goes a long way in making your dog a welcome member of the neighborhood. For new dog owners, knowing community dog ownership protocols can […]

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 Agility Grand Championship (AGCH) AGCH MACH6 Mister Tedley MXS2 PDS MJS2 PJD PJDP MFG TQX T2B6 ACT2 TKA owned by Kathy Crain of […]

The Italian Greyhound is many things, as well as a smaller cousin of the Greyhound. Learn more about this sleek, quick sighthound.

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="All-Breed/Specialty Conflicts (September 2013 Board meeting; amended January 2016)"] If an All-Breed/Limited Breed Conformation, Performance, or Companion Event club refuses to grant permission to accommodate a Parent Club's National Specialty or a Performance or Companion event (which is limited to the Parent Club breed) when held with the National Specialty, a Parent Club regional specialty […]

English Toy Spaniel Bam Bam (Barri Please Klear the Ice Favorite Dog) has already assumed the persona of a show-stopper.