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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices Silent Night: Understanding Why Dogs Bark & Creating a Quieter Kennel  
Dogs bark. It's a fact of life that nearly all dog owners must accept. Barking is a self-rewarding behavior. But it is important for breeders and kennel owners to understand the different types of barking, and when it has turned into a problem behavior.  Canine Sounds & What They Mean A bark or vocalization is not just a bark or a vocalization.  A dog owner, breeder, or […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/create-a-quieter-kennel-by-understanding-why-dogs-bark/ | December 5, 2019
Pages Becoming Raven from AKC Family Dog July 2019
Learning Objectives Students will annotate the text and answer questions about the text, citing the text as evidence. Grade Levels Grades 5-6 Common Core Standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.2 Determine a central idea of a text and […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/article-of-the-week/becoming-raven-july-2019/ | December 12, 2019
Press Releases “Mush! A Tribute to Sled Dogs From Arctic Exploration to the Iditarod” Exhibit to Open at the AKC Museum of the Dog
The AKC Museum of the Dog is pleased to announce its next exhibition opening this winter. “Mush! A Tribute to Sled Dogs from Arctic Exploration to the Iditarod” will run from January 7th through March 29th. This exhibit aims to educate visitors about the history of sled dogs across the globe. The efforts of these […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/mush-tribute-sled-dogs-arctic-exploration-iditarod-exhibit-open-akc-museum-dog/ | January 2, 2020
Expert Advice: Dog Sports Breed Temperament and Expectations
As you work up a sweat with your huge, loose-jointed Mastiff puppy, trying to hold up his mid-section while keeping all four of his feet pointed in the same direction, it’s not surprising you’ll watch the Doberman Pinscher handler with a touch of envy. The Dobe glides around the ring, head held high, then nails […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/breed-temperament-expectations/ | January 7, 2020
Expert Advice: News Beyond Iditarod: The History and Future of Sled Dogs
When you think of sled dogs, your mind may go straight to the legendary dog races, such as the Iditarod, in which teams of beautiful huskies pull mushers (the sport's term for the sled drivers) through ice and snow. It's a stunning thing to watch, but there's much more to sled dogs' history than just […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/beyond-iditarod-the-history-and-future-of-sled-dogs/ | January 30, 2020
Press Releases 2020 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2020 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2020. The 2020 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2020-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/ | February 4, 2020
Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping Bernese Mountain Dog Raises 10 Pups From Four Litters – at Once!
She's a Grand Champion in the show ring, but Florin's more impressive title is Super Mom. The gregarious 4-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog, owned by Layal Bouaoun, of St. Louis County, Missouri, is equally comfortable on the streets of Manhattan, as she demonstrated recently while competing in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, or on her […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/bernese-mountain-dog-raises-10-puppies/ | February 26, 2020
Expert Advice: Feature The True Story of Togo: Siberian Husky Sled Dog Hero of 1925 Nome Serum Run
In the winter of 1925, a deadly outbreak of diphtheria in the remote port of Nome, Alaska, threatened the lives of the 10,000-plus living in the area. Children were especially at risk, and Nome’s isolation created a nightmare scenario. An antitoxin was located, but the nearest point which the serum could reach by rail was […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/togo-siberian-husky-sled-dog-hero-of-1925/ | March 6, 2020
Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy being held in the arms of a young woman.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2019
Wondering how popular your pooch really is? Now you can find out. The most popular dog breeds of 2019 were released on May 1, 2020 (also National Purebred Dog Day) based on 2019 AKC registration statistics. It may come as no surprise that the Labrador Retriever takes the top spot for the 29th year in a row, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/2020-popular-breeds-2019/ | May 1, 2020
Legislative Alerts A Response to HSUS’s Troubled Blog of May 7, 2020
No Good news for dogs as AKC announces its most popular breeds:  The picture painted of the American Kennel Club in a blog published by HSUS yesterday was filled with so many inaccuracies, we’ve decided to try to fix the inaccuracies section by section, rather than write a full rebuttal. –AKC. HSUS:    Last year, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/response-hsuss-troubled-blog-may-7-2020/ | May 8, 2020
Dogue de Bordeaux puppy getting a drink of water outdoors on a hot day.
Expert Advice: General Nutrition Best Dog Food for Large Breeds: What to Know
Owning a large breed dog comes with large responsibilities, especially when it comes to choosing the best large breed dog food. After all, you want your dog to live a long, healthy, active life, and that starts with good nutrition. Feeding a properly formulated, high-quality diet is one of the most important things you can […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/large-breed-dog-food/ | June 1, 2020
Kishu Ken standing in the brush at sunset.
Expert Advice: Health How Changes in Weather Can Affect Your Dog’s Mood
Have you ever noticed that your dog’s mood shifts with the weather? Storms, heat, cold, and the changing seasons affect our dogs, just like they affect us. Most dogs can even sense when the weather is about to change. But how does hot weather affect dogs, and how does cold weather affect dogs? Understanding the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-changes-in-weather-can-affect-dogs/ | June 5, 2020
Pages Rescue Network A Breeds
Affenpinscher Learn about Affenpinschers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Affenpinscher Rescue of America Donna Wolfe; www.affenpinscherrescue.org [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] Afghan Hound Learn about Afghan Hounds [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] Afghan Hound Club of America Martha Powell Phone: 877-AFRESCU (877-237-3728) Email: affierescue@aol.com Greater Twin Cities Afghan Hound Club Susan Weatherhead Phone: 651-428-1706 Email: sweatherhead@comcast.net Address: 7194 Clear Ridge, Centerville, MN 55038 […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/rescue-network-a-breeds/ | July 13, 2020
Press Releases American Kennel Club Announces Judging Panel for 2nd AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge
- Entries Open August 3rd- The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the second AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. This virtual conformation competition is open to all AKC recognized breeds including Miscellaneous breeds. Entries close on August 10th at 12pm ET. Heading the panel as Best in Show and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-judging-panel-2nd-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/ | July 23, 2020
Anatolian Shepherd walking amongst a herd of sheep.
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds Working Dogs: Meet 32 Purposely-Bred Dogs
Each AKC-recognized breed is assigned to one of seven groups. We're taking a closer look at the Working Group to see what these 32 breeds were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/working-group-dogs/ | August 1, 2020
Sports & Events AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge – Judging Panel
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge III. This virtual conformation event is open to all AKC-recognized breeds and Miscellaneous class breeds. Best in Show and Best Puppy Michael Canalizo   Regular and Puppy Groups SPORTING Mr. Douglas A Johnson HOUND Mr. Eugene Blake […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/judging-panel/ | September 24, 2020
Press Releases American Kennel Club Announces Judging Panel for 3rd AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge
-Entries Open Today-  The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the third AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. This virtual conformation competition is open to all AKC recognized breeds including Miscellaneous breeds. Entries close on October 12th at 12pm ET.   Heading the panel as Best in Show and Best […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-judging-panel-3rd-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/ | September 28, 2020
Press Releases American Kennel Club Announces Winner of the Third ‘AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge’
West Highland White Terrier takes ‘Best in Show’ The American Kennel Club is happy to announce the winner of the third AKC Virtual Top Dog Challenge. The event garnered 217 entries. CH Wildwoods I Can't Drive 55 RI CGCA TKP a West Highland White Terrier known as “Hemi,” was awarded Best in Show by AKC […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-winner-third-akc-virtual-top-dog-challenge/ | October 29, 2020
Alaskan Malamutes pulling a sled over the snow.
Expert Advice: Breed History Sled Dog Breeds: From Arctic Exploration to the Iditarod
Sled dog breeds have helped humans survive in the Arctic for millennia. Learn more about the work these breeds have done and the sports they participate in today.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/sled-dog-breeds-history-future/ | November 22, 2020
Pages Previously Aired Judges Education Webinar-2020
Monday, March 30 Welsh Springer Spaniel Tuesday, March 31 Belgian Laekenois Wednesday, April 1 Ibizan Hound Thursday, April 2 Puli Friday April 3 Airedale Terrier Monday, April 6 Sloughi Tuesday, April 7 Affenpinscher Wednesday, April 8 Lagotto Romagnolo Thursday, April 9 Rottweiler Monday, April 13 Finnish Spitz Tuesday, April 14 Welsh Terrier Wednesday, April 15 […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/akc-education-webinar-series/previously-aired-judges-education-webinar-2020/ | December 1, 2020

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