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Expert Advice: Feature
Poodle ‘Kissable Katie’ Wins Service Dog Award for Canine Excellence
Legally blind Jill Dempsey was housebound until her world opened up when she was paired with her beloved guide dog, ACE award winner, Kissable Katie.
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| December 17, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
Five Inspiring Dogs Honored With 2024 AKC Award for Canine Excellence
These five dogs were crowned the winners of the 2024 Awards for Canine Excellence.
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| December 17, 2024
Expert Advice: Studies
NIH Study Underscores Benefits of Service Dogs for PTSD Veterans
A new study providing proof of the power of service dogs for veterans with PTSD could lead to more people benefiting from these positive partnerships.
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| August 26, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
‘Monet’ the Weimaraner Excels as Medical Alert Service Dog and Conformation Champion
Weimaraner 'Monet' isn't just a skilled Conformation dog with a Grand Champion title, among others. She's also a medical alert service dog for her owner.
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| August 1, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
German Wirehaired Pointer ‘Natalie’ Balances Shows With Service Dog Duties
When Kevin Holmes went looking for a service dog that would double as a competition teammate two years ago, he had specific idea in mind. His answer? "Natalie" the German Wirehaired Pointer.
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| April 30, 2024
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
German Shepherd Dog Facts You May Not Know
Captain Max Emil Friedrich von Stephanitz and his friend Artur Meyer developed the German Shepherd Dog in the mid-19th century. The creators wanted a...
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| April 1, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Former Service Dog ‘Legend’ Introduces Owner to Dog Shows
Owner-handler Kyllian Genzmer, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, got her Belgian Sheepdog to be her pet. "Legend" ended up being so much more.
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| March 8, 2024
Expert Advice: Feature
After a Tough Start to Life, Australian Shepherd “Leonidas” Becomes a Conformation, Service Dog
When he was born, he was struggling to survive. Now, Australian Shepherd "Leonidas" is a conformation dog and PTSD service dog.
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| February 9, 2024
Expert Advice: News
German Shepherd Dog ‘Hank’ Wins 2023 Service Dog Award for Canine Excellence
Hank, a 3-year-old German Shepherd Dog, has changed the life of 10-year-old Harrison Brimner, who is autistic, and the lives of his family. Hank is the recipient of the 2023 Award for Canine Excellence in the Service Dog category.
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| December 5, 2023
Expert Advice: Feature
Portuguese Podengo Service Dog Introduces Owner to World of Dog Sports
In the ring, Addict the Portuguese Podengo is the center of attention. The 36-pound dog displays both substance and splash while...
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| March 23, 2023