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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Pointer History: From Ancient Heritage to Loyal Companion
An intense drive to find birds and a loyal companionship in the field and home traces the Pointer's history. The medium-to-large-sized hunting dog has...
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| May 17, 2024
Expert Advice: Events
Meet the 2024 Westminster Group Winners
The 2024 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, which took place in Queens, New York, on May 11-14, has picked its Group Winners to move on to Best in Show.
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| May 15, 2024
Expert Advice: Breed Preservation
Is the Labrador Retriever a Good Fit For You?
Finding a dog for your family is a hard decision. Why not consider the Labrador Retriever, one of the most popular breeds in the US?
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| April 18, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Is the Golden Retriever a Good Fit for You?
It's difficult to choose the right pet for your family. Why not consider the Golden Retriever, one of America's most popular breeds?
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| April 8, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
German Shorthaired Pointer History: Field Breed And Family Companion
National pride, a lush natural landscape, and abundant game helped the German Shorthaired Pointer rise in popularity. Learn about the breed's history.
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| March 28, 2024
Expert Advice: News
Meet the 2023 Westminster Group Winners
In each of the seven groups, one dog from one breed is chosen to represent their group going into Best in Show at the 147th Westminster Kennel Club Show.
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| May 9, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
2022 AKC National Championship Group Winners
The 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin took place on December 18 and 19 in Orlando, Florida. Thousand of dogs competed for Best of Breed; the winner of each breed then went on to Group competitions. The winners of each of the seven Groups then competed for the coveted title of Best in […]
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| January 2, 2023
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Fun Facts About the Barbet
These Barbet facts will help you get to know this stunning and athletic French breed.
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| September 23, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Meet the Bracco Italiano: AKC’s Newly-Recognized Dog Breed in 2022
As the American Kennel Club’s 200th fully recognized breed, the Bracco Italiano became the Sporting Group's latest member in 2022. Its AKC recognition was a huge milestone for the organization’s mission in the preservation of purebred dogs. After all, it's been a long time since America's oldest dog registry recognized its first breed, the Pointer, […]
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| July 6, 2022
Expert Advice: Breed History
Cocker Spaniel History: From Hunting Companions to Popular Pets
With their wagging tails and friendly temperament, the Cocker Spaniel has long been one of the most popular dog breeds. Learn more about this merry breed.
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| April 25, 2022