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Auburn University’s Presentation On Building A Better Detector Dog Dr. Cindy Otto - Early Odor Training Dr. Elinor Karlsson - Improving the Performance and Health of All Working Dogs Through Large Scale, Collaborative Genetics Dr. Nathaniel Hall - The Critical Role of Research for the Enhancement of Detection Dog Performance Dr. Robert Gillette - Optimizing Detection Dog Performance Erin Perry’s Presentation On GI Health Of Working Dogs Kevin […]

Training Tip - A Look at Methods for Teaching Behaviors to Dogs This issue’s training tip is contributed by Julie Hill of Mandeville, Louisiana, who has enjoyed much success with her All-American Dog, MACH Up and Running a Mile a Minute CD MX MXJ MJB MXF. Julie has a master’s degree in geophysics and worked […]

A dog with Conditional Registration has some unknown ancestors. The dog’s registration number will start with the letter ‘Q’ and the dog will have competition and breeding restrictions. Below is a sample Conditional Registration Certificate, showing the special border and (in this case) an unknown sire. AKC Conditional Certificate AKC Conditional Pedigree The Pedigree for […]

The American Kennel Club® (AKC) and the Virginia Veterinary Medical Association (VVMA) have today issued statements to highlight their vehement disapproval of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)’s apparent policy of euthanizing animals frequently at its shelter in Norfolk, VA.  Furthermore, the AKC has called for the PETA shelter to take steps towards […]

I’m not a fan of country music, but as I begin writing this column, from the radio in the next room the song “The Gambler” is crooning, “The secret to survivin’ is knowing what to throw away, and knowing what to keep.” Choosing a brood bitch is a bit of a gamble. Whether acquiring your […]

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a rich history that stems from the Emerald Isle and joined other AKC-recognized Irish Terriers in 2004.

It’s a new year and legislatures in all 50 states are – or will soon be – in session and deliberating on bills on a broad range of issues. Already, AKC Government Relations has seen several hundred bills across the country with the potential to impact dog owners and breeders – and we need your […]

Out of all the activities that dogs can participate in, going for a walk is probably the most universal. After a break, maintain good walking behavior.

The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced in your city or county. We will provide you with resources and […]