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Expert Advice: Government Relations
No, the American Kennel Club Does Not Put Profit Over the Care and Well-Being of Animals
A small, Washington, DC-based news organization published an article yesterday that parroted claims by animal rights organizations that the American Kennel Club puts profits over the care and well-being of animals. Nothing could be further from the truth. The AKC is a private not-for-profit organization. We are a club of clubs, the world’s largest all-breed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-does-not-put-profit-over-animals/
| September 25, 2025
Expert Advice: General Health
Cefpodoxime for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Cefpodoxime for dogs is commonly used to treat skin infections, but to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance, it isn't always the first line of defense.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cefpodoxime-for-dogs/
| September 22, 2025
Expert Advice: Feature
Bloodhound Breeder’s Dogs Are Still ‘Best in Show’ 25 Years Later
Susan Lacroix Hamil's Bloodhound, 'Rocky,' starred in the famous movie 'Best in Show,' now 25 years ago.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/bloodhound-breeder-best-in-show-movie/
| September 18, 2025
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Cytopoint for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Cytopoint for dogs is an injection used to help provide relief from allergic itching. Learn how this drug works and its benefits and limitations.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cytopoint-for-dogs/
| September 8, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
New Hope for Treating Dog Arthritis Pain
"Cinder," a black Labrador Retriever, was always a fun-loving, joyful dog. Her owner, Terry Ellison, describes her as "my silly, happy, bouncy girl."...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-arthritis-pain/
| August 22, 2025
Expert Advice: Training
What to Know About Training Around Dogs in Heat
There are few bigger distractions for many dogs, especially males, than focusing around a bitch in season. Learn more about safely competing and training.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/training-around-dogs-in-heat/
| August 21, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
Everything to Know About Cooling Mats for Dogs
Cooling mats and other similar products for dogs intend to provide relief and prevent heatstroke on hot days. Many rely on pressure-activated gel.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cooling-mats-for-dogs/
| July 29, 2025
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
Thinking of a New Dog? These Breeds Are Great Dogs for Seniors
The best dog for you depends on your lifestyle, not age. Learn more about dog breeds that can make great companions for older adults
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/dog-breeds-for-seniors/
| July 23, 2025
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Canine Partners Spotlight Summer 2025
Agility Journey Continues with a Friend’s Help When her friend Ron’s last agility dog passed, Heather Eckenrode stepped in and offered her young All American Dog, Franco, as his new partner. Ron was recuperating from losing his leg and learning to handle from a motorized scooter. The two quickly bonded and became an agility team. […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners-archive/newsletter/canine-partners-spotlight-summer-2025/
| September 19, 2025
Press Releases
AKC AGILITY LEAGUE TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL CHAMPIONSHIP AND NORTH AMERICAN DIVING DOGS FALL FLING
The American Kennel Club (AKC®),a not-for-profit organization that serves as the world’s largest registry of purebred dogs and a leading advocate for canine welfare and responsible ownership, is excited to announce the third annual AKC Agility League™ Championship & 2025 North American Diving Dogs Fall Fling, taking place September 26th through 28th at the T. […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-agility-league-host-third-annual-championship-north-american-diving-dogs-fall-fling/
| August 27, 2025