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Expert Advice: Basic Training
3 New Tricks to Teach Your Dog in the New Year
Don't believe what they say. You can teach old (and young) dogs new tricks, and what better time than the beginning of a new year to get started? Here are three easy ones to tackle in 2016. 1. Sit Up or Sit Pretty" How It's Done: This trick requires the dog to balance in a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/3-new-tricks-to-teach-your-dog-in-the-new-year/
| January 1, 2009
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Previously Aired AKC Education Webinars
[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 […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/akc-education-webinar-series/previously-aired-akc-education-webinars/
| March 15, 2024
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Competition/Titles Update Winter 2024
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 […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-winter-2024/
| March 14, 2024
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Canine Partners Spotlight Winter 2024
Dumped Dog Giving Back Through Therapy Work Thor was left behind at a fast food restaurant in Arizona. For more than a month, he was on his own, seeking handouts and hunting for food. That was until Barbara Tilben-Salisbury entered his life and loaded him onto her RV with her four dogs. She recognized a […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/canine-partners-spotlight-winter-2024/
| March 14, 2024
Press Releases
AKC FAMILY DOG MAGAZINE HONORED BY DOG WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce that the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) has honored the AKC Family Dog magazine. In the DWAA’s annual writing competition, the magazine earned a total of seven Maxwells and special awards, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-family-dog-magazine-honored-dog-writers-association-america/
| March 7, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
How Much Mental and Physical Exercise Do Puppies Need?
New puppies are curious and full of energy, but how much exercise does a puppy need? Mental and physical exercise depends, but both are important for growing puppies.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppies-mental-physical-exercise/
| March 1, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Get to Know the Bully Breeds
Small or large, with solidly built, wide bodies, and short coats, Bully breeds share some of the same characteristics. Meet the Bully breeds!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/meet-bully-breeds/
| February 26, 2024
Expert Advice: How to...
How to Get Your Dog Comfortable Wearing Clothes for Hot and Cold Weather
Clothes like dog coats, jackets, and boots can be important safety measures when it's very hot or very cold outside. But how do you get your dog comfortable with them?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-clothes-weather-safety/
| February 1, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Channel Working Breeds’ Energy Into Dog Sports
The big, strong dogs of the Working Group always stand out in a crowd. Which dog sports are best to channel their energy, depending on the breed?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/working-breeds-dog-sports/
| February 1, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Even After Losing Her Vision, Lexie Lainer Continues to Thrive in Dog Sports
Imagine stepping into the ring but not being able to see the dog at the end of your leash. This is what dog shows are like for Lexie Lanier.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/lexie-lainer-dog-sports/
| January 25, 2024