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Expert Advice: Events
Group Winners Crowned at the 2024 AKC National Championship
The biggest Conformation event of the year is here, and the results are out! See the group winners of the 2024 AKC National Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-group-winners-2024/
| December 30, 2024
Expert Advice: News
Giant Schnauzer ‘Monty’ Wins Best in Show at 2024 AKC National Championship
The champion of the 2024 AKC National Championship has been crowned! The AKC National Championship took place on December 14-15 at the Orange Country...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/giant-schnauzer-monty-wins-2024-akc-national-championship/
| December 30, 2024
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AKC Breeds Broken Out By Group
The following are the group designations that AKC breeds have been assigned. There are currently 202 breeds and 9 breeds with 21 varieties. The varieties are by size, color or group. The varieties are marked by **(Revised 1/01/25) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sporting Group – 33 breeds"] Sporting Group Naturally active and alert, Sporting dogs make likeable, […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-breeds-by-group/
| December 23, 2024
Expert Advice: Obedience
Golden Retriever ‘Squeeze’ Wins 2024 AKC Obedience Classic in Masters Class
Meet the winners of the 2024 AKC Obedience Classic that bested 266 dogs in four different obedience classes: Masters, Utility, Open, and Novice.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/obedience-classic-winners-2024/
| December 18, 2024
Expert Advice: Training for Dog Sports
How to Get Started in Barn Hunt With Your Dog
Many dog breeds were first developed to hunt vermin. Learn more about the sport of Barn Hunt and how it could be perfect for you dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/get-started-barn-hunt/
| November 27, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Gear & Accessories
The Best Black Friday Dog Deals to Save Big
Black Friday dog deals are here early! Check out the best sales of the year and savings that make great gifts for you, your dog, or dog owners.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/black-friday-dog-deals/
| November 21, 2024
Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Groom a Double-Coated Dog
Double coats that are not maintained correctly can become tangled, irritate a dog's skin, and spread hair all over you and your house.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-groom-a-double-coated-dog/
| November 18, 2024
Expert Advice: General Health
Levothyroxine for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Dose Monitoring
Levothyroxine for dogs treats the signs of hypothyroidism. Learn more about the drug's side effects and the importance of dose monitoring.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/levothyroxine-for-dogs/
| November 15, 2024
Press Releases
AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN DRAWS ENTRY OF MORE THAN 5,600 DOGS IN ITS 24th YEAR
The AKC® National Championship presented by Royal Canin has a grand total of 5,637 dogs that will compete for the title of America’s National Champion on December 14 and 15, 2024 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Additionally, 1,756 puppies and juniors will vie for Puppy/Junior of the Year in the AKC/Royal […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin-draws-entry-5600-dogs-24th-year/
| November 12, 2024
Legislative Alerts
Ojai, California Adopts Severe Dog Breeding Restrictions, Highlights Need for Local Government Vigilance by Fanciers and Breeders
On October 22, the Ojai City Council voted 4-1 to adopt a first-in-the-nation law that prohibits the breeding of dogs and cats with “congenital anatomical features” that are likely to cause the animal or its offspring to suffer pain, deformity, or difficult expressing natural behaviors, difficulty breathing, difficultly with physical exertion or exercise, or difficulty […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ojai-california-adopts-severe-dog-breeding-restrictions-highlights-need-local-government-vigilance-fanciers-breeders/
| October 28, 2024