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Expert Advice: News
Congratulations to the Breeder of the Year by Sport Winners
The AKC wishes to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport Award is given to those who have dedicated themselves […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/breeder-of-the-year-by-sport-2016/
| December 29, 2016
Press Releases
The American Kennel Club Announces Breeder of the Year by Sport Winners
The American Kennel Club, the leading advocate for dogs, wishes to acknowledge those individuals that have excelled at breeding dogs that have proven to be outstanding in AKC sports. The commitment to preserve, protect and improve a breed represents the very essence of the AKC. The AKC Breeder of the Year by Sport Award is […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/breeder-of-the-year-by-sport-2016/
| December 28, 2016
Expert Advice: Obedience
Form an Unbreakable Bond With Your Dog By Incorporating Obedience
Basic training and obedience are essential to having a happy and healthy dog. Not only does training help to correct unwanted behavior, it also helps to build the very special bond between owner and canine. We got to witness some incredible dogs perform their assigned tasks with precision in the AKC Obedience Classic and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/form-an-unbreakable-bond-with-your-dog-by-incorporating-obedience/
| December 18, 2016
Expert Advice: General Health
Doxycycline for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Can dogs take Doxycycline? Here's everything you need to know about what Doxycycline is used for in dogs. Always consult your veterinarian first.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/doxycycline-for-dogs/
| November 30, 2016
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) in Dogs: What to Know
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are common in humans. But how do you know if your dog has a UTI? How is it treated, and how can you prevent it?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/urinary-tract-infections-uti-in-dogs/
| August 22, 2016
Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Advanced Dog Tricks You’ll Love to Show Off
Teaching your dog tricks is a great way to build upon and reinforce his skills. Learn more from AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/advanced-dog-tricks/
| August 3, 2016
Press Releases
AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals Judging Panel Released
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is delighted to announce the judging panel for the 2016 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals (NOHS). The Finals will be held in December in Orlando, Florida as part of the AKC National Championship, hosted in partnership with Royal Canin. Breed and group judging will be held Friday, December 16th, with […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-nohs-finals-judging-panel-2016/
| July 25, 2016
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
Why Eye Tests Are Important For Breeding Programs
In the video above, Warrior Canine Connection's Molly Morelli and canine ophthalmologist Dr. Nancy Bromberg, VMD, MS, DACVO, talk about the importance of examining the eyes of the service dogs used in the organization's breeding program. Warrior Canine Connection uses purpose-bred Labrador and Golden Retriever service dogs in canine connection therapy to help wounded warriors reconnect with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/why-eye-tests-are-important-for-breeding-programs/
| March 21, 2016
Expert Advice: Events
Thrill Of The Hunt Test: Reflections From The Cocker Spaniel Club Of Georgia’s Event
By: Mike Bothwell A Cocker Spaniel Club of Georgia member shares his experience in taking part in the club's hunt test in December. The air is crisp and the sky is a rich blue with stars on one horizon and the sun trying to rise on the other. Trees and hedgerows line fields that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/thrill-of-the-hunt-test-reflections-from-the-cocker-spaniel-club-of-georgias-event/
| January 19, 2016
Expert Advice: News
This Giant Dog Saved An Autistic Girl Just By Sitting Down
It was all over in a second, before you could even scream. Jennie* and her daughter, Goose, 4, had just gotten out of the car in a shopping center parking lot in Durango, Colorado, when the child turned and bolted. Jennie did not have time to react, but their Newfoundland, Porter, knew just the right […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/giant-dog-saves-autistic-girl/
| October 29, 2015