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Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
This Time-Lapse Video Shows The Incredible Amount Of Work That Goes Into Grooming A Husky
Originating in colder climates, the double-coated Siberian Husky has a lot of hair -- but can you believe it's THIS much? See this time-lapse video that show the incredible amount of work that goes into grooming a Husky.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/time-lapse-grooming-husky/
| February 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Difference between a Pure White Siberian Husky and an ‘Isabella’ White Husky
ASK AKC Dear AKC: What is the difference between a pure white Siberian husky and an "Isabella" white husky.I have a 1-year-old male who is solid white, but I do notice in bright sunlight there is a very slight yellow coloring in some areas. When he was a pup all his points (nose, lips, eye rims) […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/pure-white-and-isabella-white-difference/
| May 17, 2015
Expert Advice: Studies
Does Breed Influence How Dogs Communicate With Humans?
Dogs are renowned for their ability to read humans. But a study shows that the type of breed influences their level of human communication.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/breed-selection-human-communication/
| February 11, 2026
Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
A Clean Start for Dogs and the Formerly Incarcerated
Rocco, a Siberian Husky, goes once a month to meet Richard Orea of Homeboy Puppy Fades Pet Grooming Salon for a clean start.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/a-clean-start-siberian-husky/
| December 5, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
When Should You Contact Your Dog Breeder?
From contract obligations and health updates to training support and sharing milestones, staying in touch with your puppy’s breeder can benefit you both.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/when-to-call-dog-breeder/
| September 12, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
Post-Surgical Care for Dogs Following a Spay or Neuter
Following post-surgical care instructions can help to speed up neuter and spay surgery recovery times in dogs and reduce the risk of complications.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/post-surgical-care-following-spay-neuter/
| July 23, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Can Dog Sports Keep Dogs Sharper as They Age?
There's no doubt dog sports are beneficial, but scientists think they may delay cognitive aging in dogs. Participants are needed for a new survey study.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-sports-senior-dogs/
| July 17, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
Why Do Dogs Sniff Each Other’s Butts?
Sniffing other dogs' butts is a yet natural dog behavior, but can be puzzling for owners. Why do dogs sniff butts, and what do they learn?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-do-dogs-sniff-butts/
| July 15, 2025
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Competition Update Summer 2025
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY New AGCH (Agility Grand Champion) AGCH MACH4 Gorman's Athena MXB2 PDS MJS2 PJS MFG TQX T2B6 owned by Diane Fairfax Gorman of St. […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-update-summer-2025/
| September 19, 2025
Sports & Events
Judges’ Study Guides
AKC Group Standards Download AKC approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device. Sporting Hound Working Terrier Toy Non-Sporting Herding Misc. Judges Study Guide No single written guide is ever comprehensive enough to be the only learning tool utilized in preparation for judging a new breed. We urge you to […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/judging-information/judges-study-guides/
| September 11, 2025