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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Baseball Team Dogs: Meet the Cutest Diamond Pups
What could be more all-American than baseball and dogs? Combine the two and it makes for a perfect summer afternoon. Across the country, minor league baseball teams — and even a few major league teams — have their very own baseball dogs that are as much a part of the team as players, coaches, and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dogs-of-baseball/
| April 9, 2021
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
Cute Dog Photos: 16 Dogs Celebrate Love
To celebrate Valentine's Day, we asked our readers to submit photos of the dogs they love. Even though February 14 is over, these loving dogs are sure to fill you with enough hugs and kisses for the rest of the year! [caption id="attachment_123518" align="aligncenter" width="486"] Scottish Terriier Daisy is waiting patiently for her pooch-perfect partner.[/caption] [caption […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/cute-dog-photos-valentines-dogs-celebrate-love/
| February 23, 2021
Press Releases
2021 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2021 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 18 and Sunday, December 19, 2021. The 2021 event will showcase the top canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2021-akc-national-championship-judging-panel-now-available/
| February 11, 2021
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC PuppyVisor: Helping Families Find the Right Dog
Growing up on a farm, Adrienne Hales developed a love of raising animals at an early age. Her passion turned to pets at the age of 8 when she began breeding Teddy Bear Hamsters for her friends. Her dedication to detail included designing their playgrounds and building them with paper towel rolls. At age 12, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-puppy-visor-helping-families-find-right-dog/
| February 9, 2021
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Curb Unwanted Dog Behaviors
Everyone picks up bad habits: even dogs. It's important to work to correct bad dog behavior, like jumping on people or chewing shoes. Here are ways to begin to curb unwanted behaviors in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-curb-unwanted-dog-behaviors/
| January 11, 2021
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Cloudy Eyes in Dogs: What to Know
When you see dogs with cloudy eyes, it may be a natural part of the aging process. But cloudy eyes in dogs can also be a symptom of eye problems.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cloudy-eyes-in-dogs/
| January 9, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet the Biewer Terrier: The Newest AKC-Recognized Breed
In the COVID-19 era, you better be careful when uttering the word fever. But rest assured, Biewer Fever is all about smiles and plenty of engaging inquisitiveness tossed in for good measure. Welcome the Biewer (pronounced Beaver) Terrier to the American Kennel Club’s full-fledged competition family in the Toy Group. As the AKC’s 197th recognized […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/biewer-terrier-akc-recognized-breed-2021/
| January 4, 2021
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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
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Spotlight: Sicily Coniglio
Most weekends you can find 15-year-old Sicily Coniglio from Roscoe, Illinois, at dog shows. Sicily comes from a family involved in the dog world and has been involved with dogs since she was a young child. “I was practically born in a grooming salon watching My mother groom and do seminars" Sicily explained. Her passion […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-sicily-coniglio/
| November 16, 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