The easygoing Great Dane, the mighty “Apollo of Dogs,” is a total joy to live with—but owning a dog of such imposing size, weight, and strength is a commitment not to be entered into lightly. This breed is indeed great, but not a Dane.

“Lean on Me” by Mara Bovsun, AKC Family Dog Jan/Feb 2019 digital version Lean-on-Me-printable-article Directions:  Read and Annotate. Then answer the questions below.  Next to your answer, provide the paragraph number that supports each answer. 1. Define osteogenesis imperfecta. a) Imperfect bones b) Brittle bone disease c) Disease of older dogs d) Bone cancer 2. Why was [...]

German Pinscher Learn about German Pinschers [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] German Pinscher Club of America [/accordion_panel] [/accordion] German Shepherd Dog Learn about German Shepherd Dogs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Rescue Organizations"] German Shepherd Dog Club of America German Shepherd Resource and Rescue Center P.O. Box 57 Hathorne, MA 01937 Contact: Stephanie, Info@germanshepherdcenter [...]

The following breeders have met the requirements for the Breed and Levels recorded at the time of the application. The American Kennel Club is pleased to recognize these breeders for their contribution to the sport and maintaining the tenets of the Breeder of Merit program. (current as of  3/12/26, last updated 3/13/26) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Platinum [...]

This lesson is intended to be used as a review of word order for sentences and questions, not as an introductory lesson. Skills practiced Use of “do” Word order in statements vs. questions Word order of adjectives and nouns Using question marks and periods ELL Level Advanced/Bridging Materials Needed Sample sentences printed and cut [...]

AKE 20.3 1889-1908 1.75 linear ft (in 2 flat boxes.) Processed by Brynn White, 2016   Click here for a printable PDF of the collection finding aid   The collection includes clippings of the 204 pen drawings by promiment dog painter and show judge Gustav Muss-Arnolt published between 1889 and 1908 in the American Kennel Club Gazette. The breeds most prominently depicted [...]

3rd AKC International Sweepstakes Championship In The Net Palmyra PA October 10 & 11, 2026   News and Updates: 6/22/2026 - In The Net's Camping Reservation Form has been published.  Please contact the facility directly with any questions. 6/22/2026 - A Volunteer Interest Form has been published for those who would like to work at this year's ISC Championship.  Thank [...]

[caption id="attachment_209990" align="alignnone" width="481"] Photo by Great Dane Photos[/caption] The 16th AKC Junior Agility Competition sponsored by Eukanuba and held in conjunction with the 2026 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin   Orange County Convention Center Orlando, FL Friday, December 11, 2026   News and Updates: 7/7/206 – RV parking reservation form & information – This is [...]

21st AKC Agility Invitational   Orange County Convention Center Orlando, FL December 11-13, 2026   [caption id="attachment_211873" align="aligncenter" width="556"] AKC Agility Invitational Winners - Photo by Great Dane Photos[/caption] News and Updates: 7/7/206 – RV parking reservation form & information – This is for on-site overnight RV parking. Space is limited. 4/15/2026 – The eligibility time period for [...]

Harry of SharonDale VCD1 PCDX GN RE OAP OJP has become the fifth mixed-breed dog to earn the AKC’s prestigious Versatile Companion Dog (VCD) title. The program honors dogs who earn titles in three of the AKC Companion Events: Obedience, Agility and Tracking. From being found wandering down a country road in fall [...]