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Pee Wee Special Attraction
To view other Pee Wee photos click here. If you have a Pee Wee photo you would like to share, please send to: juniors@akc.org [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Procedures and Guidelines"] A Club must submit a Special Attractions Form to conduct the Pee Wee Class Special Attraction. The request must be approved by the Event Operations department. The […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/junior-showmanship/pee-wee-special-attraction-guidelines/
| October 26, 2017
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Ari’ the Canaan Dog Reps Rare Breed at 2023 AKC Rally National Championship
When Canaan Dog "Ari" competes in AKC Rally, he excels at listening. His skills have brought him to the AKC Rally National Championship in Ohio.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/ari-canaan-dog-2023-akc-rally-national-championship/
| June 17, 2023
Expert Advice: Obedience
Nancy Muller Celebrates Her 10th Year Competing at the AKC National Obedience Championship
Two Papillons and a Chihuahua Help Owner Nancy Muller Celebrate Her 10th Year Competing at 2024 AKC National Obedience (NOC) Papillons "Mickey" and...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/national-obedience-championship-nancy-muller/
| August 1, 2024
Expert Advice: News
German Shorthaired Pointer Wins Best In Show At 2016 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
After two long nights of tough competition, GCH Vjk-Myst Garbonita's California Journey, a German Shorthaired Pointer, was crowned Best In Show at the 2016 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® at Madison Square Garden in New York Feb. 16. Judge Dr. Richard Meen of Toronto selected the 3-year-old, also known as CJ. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/german-shorthair-pointer-wins-best-in-show-at-2016-westminster-kennel-club-dog-show/
| February 17, 2016
Expert Advice: Feature
Saint Bernard ‘Shayna’s’ Final Appearance at the AKC National Championship Week
"Shayna" the Saint Bernard compete in the rings at the 2024 AKC National Championship, the last time they would ever see this dog compete.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/saint-bernard-shayna/
| January 15, 2025
Expert Advice: Training
Trick Dog Skills to Teach Large and Giant Breed Dogs
If you have a large or giant breed dog, they can get involved in Trick Dog! Here's how to get started with your big pup and teach them tricks.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/tricks-large-giant-breeds/
| September 2, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
2019 Breeders of the Year by Sport: Brenda & Ken Neil for Retriever Field Events
Since acquiring their first Labrador Retriever over 20 years ago, Brenda and Ken Neil, AKC's 2019 Breeders of the Year for Retriever Field Events, have been among the breed's biggest champions. While that first Lab's life was sadly cut short, the Neils are a long way from heartbreak now. Today, they invite as many black Labrador […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/2019-breeders-of-the-year-by-sport-brenda-ken-neil/
| February 18, 2020
Expert Advice: Feature
Airedale Terrier ‘Tanner’ Is a Breed Ambassador at the AKC National Obedience Championship
Adaptable Airedale Terrier, 'Tanner', is an ambassador for this oft-underestimated breed at the 2025 AKC National Obedience Championship.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/national-obedience-championship-airedale-terrier-tanner/
| June 30, 2025
Expert Advice: Agility
Agility Terms & Lingo: What Common Dog Agility Words Mean
The world of dog agility is fast-paced and exciting, but the terminology can be intimidating. Learn the language of dog agility so you can jump right in.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/dog-agility-terms-lingo/
| February 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Despite Cancer Diagnosis, ‘Sadie’ Competes at AKC National Agility Championship
"Sadie," a Flat-Coated Retriever, doesn't show signs of the her canine cancer. Despite having hemangiosarcoma, she still loves to run agility.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/national-agility-championship-sadie-flat-coated-retriever/
| March 11, 2024