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Expert Advice: Training
How to Care for Extra-Small Dogs & Toy Breeds
From the Affenpinscher to the Yorkshire Terrier, toy breeds might be the miniatures of the dog world, but their small sizes pack big personalities.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/care-toy-breeds-extra-small/
| March 5, 2020
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: Basic Training
Ways You Could Be Annoying Your Dog
Your dog loves you unconditionally. It's one of the best parts of their companionship. But that doesn't mean your dog loves everything you do. In fact, a lot of dog owners irritate their pet every day without even realizing it. Do you think you might be guilty? Here are some ways you might be annoying […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/ways-youre-annoying-your-dog/
| January 7, 2022
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Getting Puppy Play Right With Safe Play Sessions
Allowing your puppy to play with other dogs is crucial to socialization, but it must be managed properly. Here's how to provide safe puppy play sessions
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-play-sessions/
| January 20, 2021
Sports & Events
Conformation: Judging Resource Center
[accordion] [accordion_panel title="News"] AKC Educational Requirements Policy and Recommendations Precautions Regarding Canine Upper Respiratory Illness Danish-Swedish Farm Dog to the Working Group January 1, 2025 [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rules, Policies & Procedures"] Judging Approval Process - effective January 1, 2018, amended effective January 17, 2024 FAQ's on the Judging Approval Process (PDF) Rules Policies […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/judging-information/
| January 22, 2020