Breeds
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26.9K12Which of America’s Favorite Breeds Have Never Won at Westminster?
With thousands of prized pups from around the nation competing for Best in Show in just a few days, The Westminster Kennel...
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2.0K4 New Breeds Will Compete at Westminster for the First Time Ever
Four newly AKC-recognized breeds — the Barbet, Biewer Terrier, Belgian Laekenois, and Dogo Argentino — will join the 209 eligible breeds at the...
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34.2KKiss Me, I’m Irish! Meet 8 Lucky Irish Dog Breeds
Whether it’s due to the luck of the Irish or the magical powers of the leprechaun, some of the greatest dog breeds stem...
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1.5KLabrador Retriever Reigns as America’s Favorite Breed for 30th Year in a Row
Lab lovers continue to make their voices heard! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced that the ever-popular Labrador Retriever is the nation’s favorite dog...
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2.0KAbandoning Breed Stereotypes On Canine Aggression
When people are looking to adopt or rescue a dog, unfortunately there are stereotypes around certain breeds having a reputation for being...
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1.8KThe Fastest Dog in the Nation Could Outrace Usain Bolt!
In December, 117 dogs from around the country competed to find which was the fastest. The overall winner, known as “Phelan,” clocked...
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1.8KAKC Kicks Off the New Year by Welcoming a New Breed to the Pack
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced today that the Biewer Terrier...
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2.9K2Choosing the Right Grooming Tools for Your Unique Dog
Whether your dog is long-coated, short-coated, or double-coated; fluffy, puffy, or scruffy; neatly trimmed or au naturale, the variety of grooming tools...
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2.6KConsidered Extinct for 50 Years, ‘Singing Dog’ Found Thriving in Indonesia
An extremely rare breed of “singing dog” thought to be extinct for 50 years has been discovered living and thriving in its...
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4.9K9 Dog Breeds That Are Good With Rabbits
Multi-pet homes can be a serene sanctuary of fluff, or a complete disaster depending on whether your pets click. The same goes...
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Your Ultimate Guide to Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
You’re strongly considering getting a dog. But then you find out that you or someone that you reside with may be allergic. Is that the premature end...
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Which Dog Breeds Live the Longest?
When getting a dog, most prospective owners are interested in how long their new furry member of the family will live. However,...
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Behind the Scenes at Westminster: Dog Show Curiosities, Secrets, and (Sometimes Unusual) Grooming Habits
Backstage access at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show offers a rare opportunity to learn tips and tricks, spill little-known secrets, shatter...
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The Rich & Colorful History of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
The 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show will continue to add to its legacy as the greatest dog show in the...
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Ancient Hunting Breed, the Azawakh, to Compete For the First Time at Westminster
Despite evidence that the breed has existed for thousands of years, the ancient hunting dog breed, the Azawakh, will compete in the...
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Why Shelters Around the Country are Dropping Breed Labels
In a growing nationwide trend, shelters are dropping breed labels from cages and kennels, no longer identifying adoptable dogs by their breed alone....
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American Kennel Club Kicks Off The New Year With Two Brand New Breeds
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced today that the Barbet and...
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The National Dog Show Airs on NBC this Thanksgiving
This Thursday, tucked between the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the popular football games being broadcast on NBC, the National Dog Show,...
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Breed Rescue Organizations: Adopt Your Next Purebred
Most people understand the importance of adopting dogs rather than purchasing one from a breeder. Unwanted dogs are overwhelming the animal shelter...
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This Infographic Visualizes Dog Breeds Ranked by Temperament
Is your dog an accurate “ambassador” for their breed? Golden retrievers are famous for their warm, trustworthy nature. German Shepherds are heralded...
