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Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
Why Are They Looking at Me Like That? Reading Your Dog’s Facial Expressions
It's possible to read dog emotions from their facial expressions, but it's not easy. Learn what to watch for, so you can better understand your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-facial-expressions/
| July 1, 2025
Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Can Dogs Sense Stress?
Dogs can sense your stress by your body language, tone of voice, and of course how you smell. But does your stress have an impact on your dog's well-being?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/can-dogs-sense-stress/
| June 20, 2025
Expert Advice: Events
Meet the Winners of AKC Fastest Dogs USA 2025
Some of the fastest dogs in the country dashed after the coveted "bunny" lure in a 100-yard Fast CAT dash at Fastest Dogs USA. See the winners!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/fastest-dogs-usa-winners-2025/
| June 16, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Best Dog Sports and Training for Herding Breeds
Dog sports offer herding breeds a fun outlet to redirect their instincts, expend physical energy, challenge their intellect, and bond with their owner.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dog-sports-for-herding-breeds/
| June 6, 2025
Expert Advice: Nutrition
Benefits of Multivitamins for Dogs
Vitamins are nutrients that help with functions like developing strong bones and fighting infections. When should you use multivitamins for your dog?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/multivitamins-for-dogs/
| March 20, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
2024’s Most Popular Dog Breeds by City
The top dog breeds have been crowned nationally for 2024! See the most popular dog breeds by city to see where your favorite breed ranks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/most-popular-dog-breeds-by-city-2024/
| March 18, 2025
Expert Advice: News
The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2024
Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-2024/
| March 18, 2025
Press Releases
SEE THE NATION’S SPEEDIEST CANINES SPRINT ONTO ESPN2
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that AKC Fastest Dogs USA is set to premiere on ESPN2 on June 14th at 1:30pm ET. This invitational event was held on May 1, 2025, at Fort Stewart, GA as part […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/see-nations-speediest-canines-sprint-onto-espn2/
| June 4, 2025
Press Releases
2025 NATIONAL ALL-BREED PUPPY & JUNIOR STAKES JUDGING PANEL NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2025-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panel-now-available/
| April 3, 2025
Press Releases
AMERICA HAS SPOKEN! FRENCH BULLDOG REMAINS THE MOST PUP-ULAR BREED FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
It’s a three-peat for the French Bulldog! The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced this morning that the beloved French Bulldog is America’s most popular breed for the third year in a row, according to AKC registration statistics. While the playful and […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/america-spoken-french-bulldog-remains-pup-ular-breed-third-consecutive-year/
| March 18, 2025