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Expert Advice: Events
Labrador Retriever ‘Zesty’ Wins the 2025 AKC National Obedience Championship
Over 137 dog and handler teams competed in the 2025 AKC National Obedience Championship at Purina Farms in Missouri, but only one was the overall Champion.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2025-akc-national-obedience-championship-winners/
| July 7, 2025
Expert Advice: Feature
For Working Kelpie’s Handler, ‘Xcel’s’ Agility Prowess Has Paid Off
Six-year-old Xcel is a Working Kelpie who recently competed at the AKC's Agility Premier Cup. He's described as a clownish, intelligent dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/agility-premier-cup-working-kelpie-xcel/
| June 30, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
What Is Temperament in Dogs?
A good temperament is often top of the list of desirable attributes for a pet, but what does temperament in dogs mean, and how can it be measured?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/temperament-dogs/
| June 20, 2025
Expert Advice: Health
Dog Wound Care: Everything You Need to Know
Learn the basics of dog wound care, so you can handle emergencies and ongoing at-home treatment to reduce the risk of infection and promote healing.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-wound-care/
| June 4, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Dock Diving Is a Family Affair With Australian Shepherd ‘Freyja’
When competing at the 2025 AKC Diving Dogs Premier Cup Sarah Maleski wants to enjoy every second on the dock with 9-year-old Australian Shepherd 'Freyja.'
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/diving-dogs-premier-cup-freyja/
| April 28, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Is the Shiba Inu a Good Fit for You?
If you're an experienced dog owner looking for an energetic, loyal companion, look no further than the Shiba Inu.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/shiba-inu-right-for-you/
| April 14, 2025
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Is the English Springer Spaniel a Good Fit for You?
If you seek an energetic, loving companion, look no further than the English Springer Spaniel, a member of the Sporting Group.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/english-springer-spaniel-right-fit-for-you/
| March 20, 2025
Legislative Alerts
MA Action Alert: Oppose Bills Restricting Dog Owners and Kennels Before June 24, 2025!
The Massachusetts Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government (JCMRG) has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 1PM to 5PM, on multiple animal bills, including some opposed by the American Kennel Club (AKC). OPPOSE: UPDATING ANIMAL HEALTH INSPECTIONS HB 2253 and SB 1458 are mirror bills that would remove Massachusetts’ legal […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ma-action-alert-oppose-bills-restricting-dog-owners-kennels-june-24-2025/
| June 4, 2025
Press Releases
JUDGING PANEL FOR 2025 NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS ANNOUNCED
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2025 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals. The AKC NOHS Finals will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida as a part of the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin on Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/judging-panel-2025-national-owner-handled-series-finals-announced/
| April 23, 2025
Press Releases
2025 NATIONAL ALL-BREED PUPPY & JUNIOR STAKES JUDGING PANEL NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2025-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panel-now-available/
| April 3, 2025