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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Best Dog Breeds for Running and Endurance
What are the best dogs for running or jogging partners? We run down dogs with endurance, build, athleticism, and temperament for running.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/best-running-dogs/
| January 26, 2023
Expert Advice: Health
How Does Dog Eyesight Work? What Do Dogs See?
Your dog's eye and vision evolved to emphasize the vision needed for hunting at night. Yours evolved for picking berries during the day. Here's how.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/what-do-dogs-see/
| February 27, 2024
Expert Advice: Health
Is Your Dog Noise Sensitive? Sources of Anxiety You May Not Even Notice
Home sweet home may mean peace and quiet to you. But to your dog, the same home could sound like a marching band. Dogs hear many high-frequency noises...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-noise-sensitive/
| February 29, 2024
Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Groom a Labrador Retriever
Wondering how to groom a Labrador Retriever? Labs will need some basic care. Count on regular brushing, a bath, nail trims, oral care, and ear cleaning.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-groom-a-labrador-retriever/
| February 2, 2021
Expert Advice: Breed History
Tennessee Azawakh & Owner Compete In Breed’s First Westminster Dog Show
For Nuri the Azawakh, the green synthetic turf of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is a far cry from the Tennessee greenery to which this 6-year-old Sighthound is accustomed. Rest assured, plenty of attention is focused on the breed's inaugural appearance at one of America's most well-known dog shows. Nuri and her owner Vicki Williams, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/tennessee-azawakh-competes-in-breeds-first-westminster/
| February 10, 2020
Expert Advice: Feature
Pride in the Ring: Celebrating LGBTQ+ Dog Sport Competitors
Diversity amongst dogs and people makes our dog sports community stronger. Meet some of the LGBTQ+ dog spot handlers and what they do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/lgbtq-spotlight-dog-sports/
| June 11, 2025
Expert Advice: Feature
Meet Mudi Breeder Kellie Verrelli of Akekal Mudis and Shepherds
Kellie Verrelli co-breeds Mudis with Beth Bochardt at Akekal Mudis and Shepherds. But Verrelli actually got her start with another breed: Scottish Terriers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/breeder-spotlight-kellie-verrelli/
| February 13, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
Nasal Tumors in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Nasal tumors in dogs aren't common, but they are serious. Learn to recognize the signs so your dog can get life-extending treatment as soon as possible.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/nasal-tumors-in-dogs/
| January 24, 2024
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues September 2017
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. California —AB 485 seeks to require all dogs, cats, and rabbits offered for retail sale […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-september-2017/state-issues-september-2017/
| December 13, 2017
Clubs & Delegates
State Issue August 2019
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 102, a measure supported by AKC GR which provides that a local […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issue-august-2019/
| August 27, 2019