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Expert Advice: Breed History
Harrier History: From Countryside Hunts to Worldwide Recognition
The Harrier's history is rooted in the English indulgence of pursuing hare and the dog on which the sport and breed were founded.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/harrier-history/
| April 20, 2022
Expert Advice: Events
Meet the Winners of the 2024 Canine Flyball CanAm Classic
The 2024 Flyball CanAm Classic raced to ESPN2 screens on November 17, 2024 as the nation's largest flyball tournament. The action took place on...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/winners-canine-flyball-canam-classic-2024/
| November 18, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
Border Collie ‘Wave’ Wins Exemplary Companion Award for Canine Excellence
If you go to a home football game at New Mexico State University, you'll likely see Wave the Wonder Dog running to grab the football tee. This Border Collie has become a local celebrity on- and off-campus, and his talents don't stop at the football field.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/ace-winner-exemplary-companion-wave/
| December 11, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet the Winners of the 2023 Canine Flyball CanAm Classic
The 2023 Canine Flyball CanAm Classic results are in! Winners were ranked in the Premier and Multibreed tournaments, along with an overall winner.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/winners-canine-flyball-canam-classic-2023/
| November 6, 2023
Expert Advice: News
Rumor the German Shepherd Dog Wins 2017 Westminster Best in Show
Following two nights of challenging competition, GCh. Ch. Lockenhaus' Rumor Has It V Kenlyn, a German Shepherd Dog known as “Rumor," has been awarded with the coveted Best in Show title at the 2017 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina® Pro Plan® at Madison Square Garden in New York on Feb. 14. The decision was […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/2017-westminster-best-in-show-winner/
| February 15, 2017
Expert Advice: Events
BREAKING: Puli Wins Best in Show at the 2016 AKC National Championship Presented By Royal Canin!
GCHB CH Cordmaker Mister Blue Sky, a Puli known as “Preston,” owned by E. Charles, J. Beaudoin, L. Pitts, P. Kelly and S. Huebner triumphed over nearly 5,000 dogs to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, held this weekend […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/breaking-puli-wins-best-in-show-at-the-2016-akc-national-championship/
| December 19, 2016
Press Releases
Tickets Now on Sale for the 2012 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship in Orlando, Florida
Thousands of Top Show Dogs, More Than 150 AKC Meet the Breeds® Booths, Holiday Shopping for Dog Lovers and More! All dog lovers invited! Come enjoy the 12th Annual AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, returning to Orlando, Florida on December 15-16, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center. Day and Evening tickets are now on […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/tickets-now-on-sale-for-the-2012-akc-eukanuba-national-championship-in/
| October 23, 2012
Press Releases
The AKC Awards 2003 Junior Scholarships
The American Kennel Club today announced that 48 Junior Scholarships have been awarded to students from 25 states. The scholarships range from $1,000 to $5,000 and winners include students from high school to graduate school. "The AKC recognizes the important role our young fanciers play in the future of the sport of purebred dogs", said […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/the-akc-awards-2003-junior-scholarships/
| March 27, 2003
Press Releases
AKC Salutes Recent Retirees
The American Kennel Club and the Board of Directors extend their best wishes and thanks to the recent executives who retired at the close of 2003. These exemplary employees are recognized for many dedicated years of service and commitment to the organization and sport of purebred dogs. Alfred L. Cheaure joined the American Kennel Club […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-salutes-recent-retirees/
| January 7, 2004
Press Releases
Sarah Prescott Of La Canada Wins Commemorative Poster Contest For Tenth Annual AKC/Eukanuba National
--Prescott to Sign Posters at Long Beach Show-- NEW YORK, NY - Artist Sarah Prescott's stunning depiction of a variety of purebred dogs and puppies surrounding a silver trophy and colorful Best in Show ribbon will become the 2010 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship commemorative poster. Prescott of La Canada, California won the annual poster contest with […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/sarah-prescott-of-la-canada-wins-commemorative-poster-contest-for-tent/
| November 10, 2010