Ever wonder how the Sighthound got its name? Just as the label suggests, many years ago they were bred to pursue their prey by sight rather than scent which requires a display of fantastic athleticism and keen eyesight to stay in hot pursuit. Today’s Sighthounds demonstrate their coursing skills by chasing after a plastic bag […]

The 2026 AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championships will be at the Lake Murray Field Trial Grounds in Ardmore, OK. 2026 AKC Gun Dog Championships Premium List HORSEBACK CHAMPIONSHIP starts on March 9, 2026 to Conclusion WALKING CHAMPIONSHIP begins after the conclusion of the Horseback Championship, but not before March 16, 2026. Entries open Monday, […]

First, you have to have a mental image of a perfectly correct "square flank". This involves the relationship between the dog and SHEEP not the handler. Dogs do not square flank off the handler, they square flank off the sheep. As the dog runs in half circle or part of a circle around the sheep […]

FSS Open Shows are informal AKC sanctioned events. They allow owners and their dogs of FSS & Miscellaneous Class breeds a chance to gain the ring experience of a conformation dog show in a relaxed and inviting environment. While no points may be earned towards a Championship, Certificate of Merit points may be earned. FSS […]

Premium List The 2020 AKC Gun Dog Championships are scheduled to be held at the Empire Ranch in Sonoita, AZ starting on January 13 beginning with the Walking Gun Dog Championship followed by the Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championship. More details will be listed here and on both facebook pages (see links for each below). […]

The AKC works with several non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog titling program and the AKC Search & Rescue title program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); and the North […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sequence in Soaring Soren for Grades K-1"] Sequence in Soaring Soren : Grades K-1 Learning Objectives Students will be able to sequence events in a fiction story. Grade Levels K-1 Common Core Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.2* With prompting and support, retell familiar stories, including key details. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their […]

Premium List The 2020 AKC Gun Dog Championships are scheduled to be held at the Empire Ranch in Sonoita, AZ starting on January 13 beginning with the Walking Gun Dog Championship followed by the Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championship. More details will be listed here and on both facebook pages (see links for each below). […]

Is your dog stealing food off the counter? Learn why dogs counter surf and how to curb the habit with smart training tips.

Giving your dog the appropriate winter weather clothes can help keep your dog safe and comfortable during cold weather conditions.