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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
The Reproductive Cycle in Dogs: From Breeding to Birthing
Puppies are exciting. However, any experienced breeder will tell you they're also a lot of work. A responsible breeder prepares long in advance—to identify the purpose of the breeding; to carefully plan and research the breed, the standard, the health history, and available healthy males of good temperament; to form partnerships with their veterinarians and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dog-reproductive-cycle/
| May 3, 2021
Expert Advice: Breed History
Dogo Argentino History: From Argentine Grasslands to Global Recognition
The Dogo Argentino's history goes back to mid-1920s when a teenager had a vision of the ultimate big-game hunting dog. Learn more about the breed's origins.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dogo-argentino-history/
| August 27, 2020
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Boxer History: From Hunter’s Assistant to Sparring Pal
Loyal, courageous, and always up for a good game, Boxers never shy away from showing off their silly side. Learn more about Boxer history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/boxer-history/
| April 25, 2025
Expert Advice: Nutrition
Can Dogs Eat Bread?
Dogs can eat bread in small amounts. Learn what ingredients that appear in bread to avoid giving your dog, from garlic to raisins.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-bread/
| August 5, 2022
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
Everything You Need to Know About Breeder Contracts
Most reputable breeders will require you to sign a contract before you bring your new puppy home. How do you know what's typical in a dog breeder contract?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/everything-you-need-to-know-about-breeder-contracts/
| November 27, 2019
Expert Advice: How to...
Tips for Finding and Working With a Responsible Breeder
Finding a responsible breeder you trust is your first—and most important—step to finding your new best friend. Breeders are invaluable resources. Not only are they a bridge between you and your perfect dog, but you can also rely on them throughout your dog’s lifetime. Think of a breeder as your own private guide to all […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/9-tips-finding-working-responsible-breeder/
| March 12, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Why Do Dogs Sigh?
Learning about why dogs sigh and what can be confused with sighing can help us enhance our pets emotional and physical well-being.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-dogs-sigh/
| June 12, 2025
Legislative Alerts
Greenville County, SC: Proposed Animal Ordinance Raises Questions – Express Concerns
SUMMARY Proposed changes to Greenville County, South Carolina’s Animals and Fowl ordinance are currently under consideration by the Greenville County Council. Among its many changes, the proposal appears to require all “pet breeders”, including fanciers and enthusiasts who breed purebred dogs as a hobby, to register as a business and implement significant changes to their […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/greenville-county-sc-proposed-animal-ordinance-raises-questions-express-concerns/
| April 29, 2025
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Breed-Specific DNA Testing Recommendations
Test for what is recommended for your breed. Order AKC DNA + Health Kit The AKC DNA Program recommends that breeders perform DNA tests that are relevant to their breed. The AKC DNA + Health Kit includes over 328 markers for health and traits, and every dog receives results for all tests. However, not all […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/dna-resource-center/akc-dna-health/breed-specific-dna-testing-recommendations/
| March 12, 2024
Sports & Events
Titles & Abbreviations
Click below to see titles and abbreviations for: Prefix Titles Suffix Titles Parent Club Titles Working Dog Titles Other Recognized Titles Other Title Lists: Titles Sorted by Sport Titles Sorted in Alphabetic Order Prefix Titles Title Title Name AFC An Amateur Field Trial Champion title can be earned in either Beagle Field Trials, Pointing […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/titles-and-abbreviations/
| November 13, 2017