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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
What Does it Really Mean to be a Terrier Anyway?
We often hear dog shows accused of being nothing but “beauty contests.” In reality, they’re organized more like job fairs. At AKC shows, dogs are exhibited in seven groups organized by the original work the breeds were created to do. The dog judged best in each group becomes one of the final seven to vie […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/what-does-it-really-mean-to-be-a-terrier-anyway/
| February 16, 2015
Press Releases
Wire Fox Terrier ‘Sky’ Wins Best in Show at Twelfth AKC/Eukanuba National Championship
National Champion Beats Thousands of Dogs from All 50 States and Over 50 Countries National Obedience Champion and Best Junior Handler are Repeat Winners! Orlando, FL (Dec. 16, 2012) – The AKC/Eukanuba National Championship Best in Show honors and $50,000 in prize money went to GCH CH Afterall Painting the Sky, a Wire […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/wire-fox-terrier-sky-wins-best-in-show-at-twelfth-akc-eukanuba-nationa/
| December 16, 2012
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How Is a Dog’s Coat Length and Type Inherited?
What makes your dog's coat long, short, straight, curly, wiry or silky? Most coat types are determined by genes at just three genetic locations.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dogs-coat-length-type/
| April 9, 2024
Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
Attending a Conformation Handling Class: What You Should Know
Watch a dog show, and the routine looks so easy. But handling a dog in the conformation ring is harder than it looks, and takes practice.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/attending-conformation-handling-class/
| April 4, 2024
Expert Advice: Training
What Common Dog Training Words Mean
Dog training comes with its own lingo. Learn the definitions for common dog training terminology so you can train your dog with confidence.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-terms-lingo/
| March 28, 2024
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/
| March 25, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
How to Dry Your Dog Completely
When your dog is wet from a bath, swimming, or from walking outside in the rain or snow it's important to dry them thoroughly. Drying your dog can help...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dry-your-dog/
| March 21, 2024
Press Releases
VIVE LA FRENCHIE! FRENCH BULLDOG IS AMERICA’S MOST POPULAR PUP FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW
The French Bulldog reigns supreme! The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced this morning that the playful and adaptable French Bulldog is America’s most popular breed for the second consecutive year, according to AKC registration statistics. Since overtaking the loveable Labrador Retriever […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/vive-la-frenchie-french-bulldog-americas-popular-pup-second-year-row/
| March 20, 2024
Expert Advice: News
The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2023
Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-2023/
| March 20, 2024
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AKC DNA + Health Kit – Included Tests
Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center All AKC DNA + Health Kits include: The AKC DNA Profile of 201 markers for genetic identity and parentage verification purposes 328 genetic variants for health and traits, including coat color Results are delivered by our trusted service provider (Neogen) with the […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/akc-dna-health-kit-included-tests/
| March 12, 2024