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Expert Advice: Health
Epilepsy in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Epilepsy is the most common neurological disorder seen in dogs, but with proper diagnosis and drugs therapy, most epileptic dogs can live long happy lives.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/epilepsy-in-dogs/
| March 4, 2025

Expert Advice: General Health
Dog Skincare: Taking Care of Your Dog’s Skin
Regularly bathing your dog, brushing their coat, and feeding them a balanced diet is all part of a balanced skincare routine.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-skincare/
| February 21, 2025

Expert Advice: Safety
How Often Should I Wash My Dog’s Bowl?
You clean your own dishes after using them, but how often should you wash your dog bowls? Learn more about safety and the importance of washing dog bowls.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/wash-dog-bowl/
| January 28, 2025

Expert Advice: AKC Rally
Meet the Winners of the First-Ever AKC RACH Invitational
The AKC National Championship Week, included the RACH Invitational for AKC Rally for the first time ever this year. See the winners!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-rach-invitational-winners-2024/
| December 14, 2024

Expert Advice: Agility
At 16, Maltese ‘Luc’ is the Oldest Dog at the AKC Agility Invitational
Luc is a 16-year-old Maltese from Houston, Texas. This Agility Grand Champion is looking forward to competing in the upcoming AKC Agility Invitational.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/agility-invitational-maltese-luc/
| December 9, 2024

Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Can You Have a Dog While Working a 9-5?
Jobs may come and go but being a responsible dog owner is a long-term commitment. Under ideal circumstances, you could work from home or bring your dog...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/have-dog-working-9-5/
| November 27, 2024
Press Releases
GIANT SCHNAUZER “MONTY” WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 24th AKC® NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN
GCHG CH Hearthmore's Wintergreen Mountain RI CGC TKN FITB, a Giant Schnauzer known as “Monty” triumphed over more than 5,600 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize when they were awarded Best in Show at the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 14-15, 2024 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/giant-schnauzer-monty-wins-best-show-24th-akc-national-championship-presented-royal-canin/
| December 30, 2024
Press Releases
TOP DOGS CROWNED AT AKC OBEDIENCE CLASSIC
The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall combined entry of 266 dogs this past weekend at the 11th AKC® Obedience Classic. Competitions were held December 14-15, 2024 in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 13th AKC® Obedience […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-akc-obedience-classic-3/
| December 18, 2024
Press Releases
TOP DOGS CROWNED AT INAUGURAL AKC RACH INVITATIONAL
The top dogs in the nation were crowned from an overall entry of 139 dogs this past weekend at the first AKC RACH Invitational. Competitions were held December 12-13, 2024, in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The winners: AKC RACH Invitational […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/top-dogs-crowned-inaugural-akc-rach-invitational/
| December 14, 2024
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AKC Breeds Broken Out By Group
The following are the group designations that AKC breeds have been assigned. There are currently 202 breeds and 9 breeds with 21 varieties. The varieties are by size, color or group. The varieties are marked by **(Revised 1/01/25) [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sporting Group – 33 breeds"] Sporting Group Naturally active and alert, Sporting dogs make likeable, […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-breeds-by-group/
| December 23, 2024