Articles related to "Akc"
AKC Dog Shows Made Simple
A step-by-step primer on how an AKC-registered dog competes in conformation classes to earn the fifteen points needed to obtain an American Championship title.
akc breed standard • akc conformation classes • best of breed • best of winners • winners bitch
A step-by-step primer on how an AKC-registered dog competes in conformation classes to earn the fifteen points needed to obtain an American Championship title.
akc breed standard • akc conformation classes • best of breed • best of winners • winners bitch
Know Before You Go: AKC Dog Shows
They say the only way to learn how to swim is to dive right in and try. The same can be said for dog shows. Take your dog and keep on going...
akc dog show • ring etiquette • show superintendents • owner-handler • mentors
They say the only way to learn how to swim is to dive right in and try. The same can be said for dog shows. Take your dog and keep on going...
akc dog show • ring etiquette • show superintendents • owner-handler • mentors
Mastiff Breed Standard
Complete information on the breed standard for the English Mastiff.
mastiff • english • breed standard • appearance • height
Complete information on the breed standard for the English Mastiff.
mastiff • english • breed standard • appearance • height
Shelties/Shetland Sheepdogs
How to care for and manage a Sheltie. What to look for in the breed. Where it came from, how it got to America. Showing and getting awards for the Sheltie.
sheltie • shetland sheepdogs • dogs • breeds • hearding groups
How to care for and manage a Sheltie. What to look for in the breed. Where it came from, how it got to America. Showing and getting awards for the Sheltie.
sheltie • shetland sheepdogs • dogs • breeds • hearding groups
WESTMINSTER - THE TRADITION CONTINUES!
We are taking a break from our series on Breeding to celebrate what is unarguably the world's most prestigious dog show - Westminster! Join us for an overview of a week jam packed with festivities, links to all of the features and, of course, the show itself.
westminster • akc • dog show • champion show dogs • top show dogs
We are taking a break from our series on Breeding to celebrate what is unarguably the world's most prestigious dog show - Westminster! Join us for an overview of a week jam packed with festivities, links to all of the features and, of course, the show itself.
westminster • akc • dog show • champion show dogs • top show dogs
About The Weimaraner
General Weimaraner breed information for persons interested or prospective owners.
committing to a weimaraner • akc • american kennel club • grey ghost • weimaraner
General Weimaraner breed information for persons interested or prospective owners.
committing to a weimaraner • akc • american kennel club • grey ghost • weimaraner
Cairn Terriers: Smart and Feisty
Intelligent, and adaptable, "Technicolor" Cairn terriers love work, play, and family. These great watchdogs prove that small can be discerning without being yappy.
cairn terrier • earth dog • terrier • earthdog • wizard of oz
Intelligent, and adaptable, "Technicolor" Cairn terriers love work, play, and family. These great watchdogs prove that small can be discerning without being yappy.
cairn terrier • earth dog • terrier • earthdog • wizard of oz
Earthdog Tests Measure Instinct
AKC Earthdog tests provide a fun and casual activity for Dachshund and small terrier owners and their dogs to experience the work they were bred for and earn titles, too!
akc earthdog tests • master earthdog • junior earthdog • small terriers and dachshunds • senior earthdog
AKC Earthdog tests provide a fun and casual activity for Dachshund and small terrier owners and their dogs to experience the work they were bred for and earn titles, too!
akc earthdog tests • master earthdog • junior earthdog • small terriers and dachshunds • senior earthdog
The Fearless, Watchful Swedish Vallhund
Despite its small size, the intrepid, strong, alert, intelligent, and affable spitz-type Swedish Vallhund's job was (and remains) watching, herding, and guarding cattle.
swedish vallhund • viking dog • pembroke welsh corgi • herding dog • sweden
Despite its small size, the intrepid, strong, alert, intelligent, and affable spitz-type Swedish Vallhund's job was (and remains) watching, herding, and guarding cattle.
swedish vallhund • viking dog • pembroke welsh corgi • herding dog • sweden
Breeding Your Dog (Part 8 )
Weaning your litter and finding the right homes.
breed • breeders • dog breeding • litter • litters
Weaning your litter and finding the right homes.
breed • breeders • dog breeding • litter • litters
What Not To Wear to Westminster
The skill of presenting a dog at the show at NYC's Madison Square Garden often contrasts with many handlers' ability to assemble an outfit that compliments the team.
westminster kennel club dog show • mecca of dog shows • akc champion • madison square garden • stacy london
The skill of presenting a dog at the show at NYC's Madison Square Garden often contrasts with many handlers' ability to assemble an outfit that compliments the team.
westminster kennel club dog show • mecca of dog shows • akc champion • madison square garden • stacy london
What's In a Name?
A brief look at another weakeess of Breed Specific Legislature. You would be surprised at what some lawmmakers consider a "pit bull" to be.
pit bull • pets • breed specific law • pets • dogs
A brief look at another weakeess of Breed Specific Legislature. You would be surprised at what some lawmmakers consider a "pit bull" to be.
pit bull • pets • breed specific law • pets • dogs
Pets and Cosmetic Surgery
There is a new trend emerging in veterinary medicine – cosmetic surgery! Cosmetic surgery in animals is commonly done to improve appearence and quality of life.
cosmetic surgery • pets • dogs • cats • cosmetic dentistry
There is a new trend emerging in veterinary medicine – cosmetic surgery! Cosmetic surgery in animals is commonly done to improve appearence and quality of life.
cosmetic surgery • pets • dogs • cats • cosmetic dentistry
A Guide to Different Types of Mastiffs: How to Choose the Right Breed for Your Family
There are several different types of Mastiff - what's your favorite?
different types of mastiff • mastiff breeds • bullmastiff • dogue de bordeaux • tibetan mastiff
There are several different types of Mastiff - what's your favorite?
different types of mastiff • mastiff breeds • bullmastiff • dogue de bordeaux • tibetan mastiff
Breed Clubs and Kennel Clubs
Explores the many directions the owner of a purebred dog can embark upon.
purebred dogs • breeding • dog shows • champion • canadian kennel club
Explores the many directions the owner of a purebred dog can embark upon.
purebred dogs • breeding • dog shows • champion • canadian kennel club
Obedience Competition with Your Mixed Breed Dog
Would you like to compete in obedience with your mixed breed dog? Now you can, and earn titles along the way.
obedience • competition • rally obedience • american kennel club • mixed breed dogs
Would you like to compete in obedience with your mixed breed dog? Now you can, and earn titles along the way.
obedience • competition • rally obedience • american kennel club • mixed breed dogs
USING THE PUPPY MILL CRISIS
A look behind the facade of Animal Rights explores their hidden agenda and exposes the groups who are exploiting the Puppy Mill cause to gain support for their goal of eliminating man's use of animals.
animal rights • animal protection • animal cruelty • puppy mills • breeders
A look behind the facade of Animal Rights explores their hidden agenda and exposes the groups who are exploiting the Puppy Mill cause to gain support for their goal of eliminating man's use of animals.
animal rights • animal protection • animal cruelty • puppy mills • breeders
Finding The Perfect Puppy
How, when and where to find the perfect puppy to suit your life style.
puppies • puppy • breeds • breed • breeder
How, when and where to find the perfect puppy to suit your life style.
puppies • puppy • breeds • breed • breeder
About Chihuahuas
Chihuahuas tend to have a 'big dog' personality in a tiny package and some have earned the reputation of being yappy and snappy but early socialization and training can m
chihuahuas • chihuahua • choosing chihuahuas • lapdogs • mexican dogs
Chihuahuas tend to have a 'big dog' personality in a tiny package and some have earned the reputation of being yappy and snappy but early socialization and training can m
chihuahuas • chihuahua • choosing chihuahuas • lapdogs • mexican dogs
Deciphering Show Dog Acronyms
If you've ever watched a dog show and wondered at the letters and initials attached to the dogs' names, this guide will help you understand their meaning.
dog titles • dog shows • show dogs • showing dogs • working dogs
If you've ever watched a dog show and wondered at the letters and initials attached to the dogs' names, this guide will help you understand their meaning.
dog titles • dog shows • show dogs • showing dogs • working dogs
English Bulldog: Right For You?
There are some things prospective owners should be aware of before getting an English Bulldog. Here are tips to help decide whether a bulldog is for you.
bulldog needs • selecting the right dog • getting a puppy • english bulldogs • akc breeds
There are some things prospective owners should be aware of before getting an English Bulldog. Here are tips to help decide whether a bulldog is for you.
bulldog needs • selecting the right dog • getting a puppy • english bulldogs • akc breeds
For the Love of a Basset Hound
Basset Hounds are some of the most loving animals that you will find. With beautiful, traditional black and brown bodies, they are very loyal pets.
french hound • care of basset hounds • hunting dogs • basset hound • basset breeder
Basset Hounds are some of the most loving animals that you will find. With beautiful, traditional black and brown bodies, they are very loyal pets.
french hound • care of basset hounds • hunting dogs • basset hound • basset breeder
Identifying Mixed Breed Dogs
Identifying your mixed breed dog's heritage is not easy but may be helpful in training, grooming, and health matters.
identifying mixed breed dogs • mixed breed dogs • mix breed dog • dna testing • dog behavior
Identifying your mixed breed dog's heritage is not easy but may be helpful in training, grooming, and health matters.
identifying mixed breed dogs • mixed breed dogs • mix breed dog • dna testing • dog behavior
Planning Your First Dog Show
A little pre-planning and organization goes a long way to sooth nervous feelings churning around in the days before showing your dog at your first conformation dog show.
dog show • akc • novice handler • first-time handler • conformation show
A little pre-planning and organization goes a long way to sooth nervous feelings churning around in the days before showing your dog at your first conformation dog show.
dog show • akc • novice handler • first-time handler • conformation show
The Australian Terrier, a Dog With Many Jobs
The Australian terrier was the first breed from the continent to be recognized by overseas registries and the first from Australia to be shown abroad.
australian terrier • terrier • australia • australian breed • down under
The Australian terrier was the first breed from the continent to be recognized by overseas registries and the first from Australia to be shown abroad.
australian terrier • terrier • australia • australian breed • down under
The Canine Good Citizen Test
This basic obedience title offers little known benefits to owners of mixed breed dogs as well as purebreds.
canine good citizen test • cgc • training dogs • akc • american kennel club
This basic obedience title offers little known benefits to owners of mixed breed dogs as well as purebreds.
canine good citizen test • cgc • training dogs • akc • american kennel club
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
Dog enthusiasts watch as breeders, trainers, and handlers focus on Best in Show award in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show ring.
westminster kennel club dog show • dog shows • dog showing • best in show • breeders
Dog enthusiasts watch as breeders, trainers, and handlers focus on Best in Show award in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show ring.
westminster kennel club dog show • dog shows • dog showing • best in show • breeders
Your Home Or Your Dog?
In recent years, many insurance companies have begun "blacklisting" certain breeds of dog. Because of this, Rottweiler owners across the country are being faced with the question of giving up their dogs or keeping their homes.
homeowners insurance • bsl • pet • dog • rottweiler
In recent years, many insurance companies have begun "blacklisting" certain breeds of dog. Because of this, Rottweiler owners across the country are being faced with the question of giving up their dogs or keeping their homes.
homeowners insurance • bsl • pet • dog • rottweiler
Boxer Dogs
Extremely alert, smart, and loyal, the boxer makes an excellent pet.
boxer dogs • worker dogs • buying a puppy • finding a pet • dogs
Extremely alert, smart, and loyal, the boxer makes an excellent pet.
boxer dogs • worker dogs • buying a puppy • finding a pet • dogs
Anthropomorphism
Talks about humanizing your dog and explains SOME of the advantages in owning a dog!
anthropomorphism • humanizing your dog • dog people • cat people • purebred dogs
Talks about humanizing your dog and explains SOME of the advantages in owning a dog!
anthropomorphism • humanizing your dog • dog people • cat people • purebred dogs
Dachshund Breed Profile
Understanding these German badger hounds can help you decide if the Dachshund is a good choice of pet for you.
dachshund • weenie dog • sausage dog • badger dog • hound
Understanding these German badger hounds can help you decide if the Dachshund is a good choice of pet for you.
dachshund • weenie dog • sausage dog • badger dog • hound
"Buddy"
The idea of dogs as "man's best friend" is not new, but the idea of dogs being "man's eyes" is.
buddy • seeing eye dogs • morris frank • the seeing eye • german shepherds
The idea of dogs as "man's best friend" is not new, but the idea of dogs being "man's eyes" is.
buddy • seeing eye dogs • morris frank • the seeing eye • german shepherds
About Pit Bulls
Pit bull is a term including several breeds who share the same ancestors bred for pit fighting. Are they really the 'nanny dogs' portrayed in Little Rascals?
pit bull • pit bulls • nanny dog • petey • our gang
Pit bull is a term including several breeds who share the same ancestors bred for pit fighting. Are they really the 'nanny dogs' portrayed in Little Rascals?
pit bull • pit bulls • nanny dog • petey • our gang
Choose to Adopt a Puppy or Adult Dog?
It is easy to be hasty and impulsive when adopting a pet. Take time to consider why you want a dog and the breed that would best suit your personality and lifestyle.
puppy or adult dog • choosing a dog • adopting puppy • choosing a pet • adopting a companion animal
It is easy to be hasty and impulsive when adopting a pet. Take time to consider why you want a dog and the breed that would best suit your personality and lifestyle.
puppy or adult dog • choosing a dog • adopting puppy • choosing a pet • adopting a companion animal
Dental Braces for Dogs
Orthodontia for the family may now include the family dog. A dental veterinarian can tell you if braces will keep your dog happy and healthy.
dog braces • braces for dogs • dog orthodontics • dog orthodontia • canine dentistry
Orthodontia for the family may now include the family dog. A dental veterinarian can tell you if braces will keep your dog happy and healthy.
dog braces • braces for dogs • dog orthodontics • dog orthodontia • canine dentistry
Nova Scotia Duck Tollers
Originally bred for the purpose of luring and retrieving waterfowl, energetic Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers make wonderful pets.
nova scotia duck tollers • nova scotia duck tolling retriever • luring • retrieving • waterfowl
Originally bred for the purpose of luring and retrieving waterfowl, energetic Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers make wonderful pets.
nova scotia duck tollers • nova scotia duck tolling retriever • luring • retrieving • waterfowl
Register Your Mixed Breed Dog
Find out about the organizations that register mixed breed dogs and how you can take part in their sporting events and competitions to earn titles.
purebred dogs • tracking • obedience • conformation • mixed breed dogs
Find out about the organizations that register mixed breed dogs and how you can take part in their sporting events and competitions to earn titles.
purebred dogs • tracking • obedience • conformation • mixed breed dogs
The Puppy-for-Christmas Conundrum
Puppies are not good Christmas gifts, but creative alternatives exist for those patient and willing enough to learn about responsible dog ownership. It's worth it.
crate training • christmas puppy • pet shops • breed clubs • akc
Puppies are not good Christmas gifts, but creative alternatives exist for those patient and willing enough to learn about responsible dog ownership. It's worth it.
crate training • christmas puppy • pet shops • breed clubs • akc
THE SUBJECT OF BREEDING
This two part article begins a series on Breeding and Breeder Responsibility. Part One - THE LOGICAL STEP - discusses valid reasons for becoming a breeder. Part two - FIRST THINGS FIRST - deals with the realities of breeding, resources and what you need to know and do before getting started.
breeding • breeder • responsible breeder • purebred dogs • show dogs
This two part article begins a series on Breeding and Breeder Responsibility. Part One - THE LOGICAL STEP - discusses valid reasons for becoming a breeder. Part two - FIRST THINGS FIRST - deals with the realities of breeding, resources and what you need to know and do before getting started.
breeding • breeder • responsible breeder • purebred dogs • show dogs
West Highland White Terriers
Crammed full of Scottish hardiness, loyalty, and independence, Westies love the outdoors, are excellent intelligent hunters, and love curling up by the family hearth.
west highland white terrier • scottish • westies • terriers • colonel edward malcolm
Crammed full of Scottish hardiness, loyalty, and independence, Westies love the outdoors, are excellent intelligent hunters, and love curling up by the family hearth.
west highland white terrier • scottish • westies • terriers • colonel edward malcolm
New Year's Resolutions!
New Year's resolutions for dogs and their owners.
new years resolutions • purebred dogs • breeding • puppy • puppies
New Year's resolutions for dogs and their owners.
new years resolutions • purebred dogs • breeding • puppy • puppies
Dogs: Purebreds, Hybrids, and Mutts
Pedigree pooches with champion bloodlines are revered while canines with less noble ancestry are often cast aside. Hybrid dogs are currently in vogue, making mixes chic.
designer dog breeds • american kennel club • beverly hills chihuahua • hybrid dogs • dogs as status symbols
Pedigree pooches with champion bloodlines are revered while canines with less noble ancestry are often cast aside. Hybrid dogs are currently in vogue, making mixes chic.
designer dog breeds • american kennel club • beverly hills chihuahua • hybrid dogs • dogs as status symbols
Dog Shows and Travel
Explores the many directions the owner of a purebred dog can embark upon.
purebred dogs • breeding • puppies • dog • dogs
Explores the many directions the owner of a purebred dog can embark upon.
purebred dogs • breeding • puppies • dog • dogs
Greyhound, Greyhounds, and More Greyhounds!
Personal Home Pages of Greyhound Lovers!
read about some inspiring and interesting greyhoun • as told by their owners.
Personal Home Pages of Greyhound Lovers!
read about some inspiring and interesting greyhoun • as told by their owners.
American and English Labs
It is important to know that all labs are not created equally. The differences between the types of labs are so vast that many experts have suggested splitting the breed.
labrador retriever • labs • field lab • types of labs • english and american labs
It is important to know that all labs are not created equally. The differences between the types of labs are so vast that many experts have suggested splitting the breed.
labrador retriever • labs • field lab • types of labs • english and american labs
Gifts, Treats and Other Pet Trends
An estimated $40.8 billion will be spent on dogs, cats, birds and other pets this year, a $2.3 billion increase over 2006. Companion animals are indubitably big business.
pampered pets • trends • pet lovers • pet insurance • pet-friendly
An estimated $40.8 billion will be spent on dogs, cats, birds and other pets this year, a $2.3 billion increase over 2006. Companion animals are indubitably big business.
pampered pets • trends • pet lovers • pet insurance • pet-friendly
Mixed Breeds Can Be Show Dogs Too
Mixed breed dogs, just as purebreds, can compete in dog shows to earn titles in conformation, obedience, agility, flyball, and other canine events.
mixed breed dogs • mutt • mongrel • heinz 57 • all american
Mixed breed dogs, just as purebreds, can compete in dog shows to earn titles in conformation, obedience, agility, flyball, and other canine events.
mixed breed dogs • mutt • mongrel • heinz 57 • all american
Pet Health
Catching disease or infections early is the best way to ensure pet health. Know the indicators of a healthy pet, and the signals that something may be wrong.
pet health • signs of a healthy dog or cat • warning signs of illness in a pet • unusual posture and behavior in your dog or cat • pet health habits
Catching disease or infections early is the best way to ensure pet health. Know the indicators of a healthy pet, and the signals that something may be wrong.
pet health • signs of a healthy dog or cat • warning signs of illness in a pet • unusual posture and behavior in your dog or cat • pet health habits
The Saint Bernard
Learn all about the Saint Bernard breed so that you can make an informed decision on whether this is the right dog for your family.
saint bernard • st. bernard • dog breed • history • temperament
Learn all about the Saint Bernard breed so that you can make an informed decision on whether this is the right dog for your family.
saint bernard • st. bernard • dog breed • history • temperament
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