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The American Kennel Club and AKC Canine Health Foundation Launch a Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with the American Kennel Club (AKC), announces the launch of the AKC/AKC CHF Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with the American Kennel Club (AKC), announces the launch of the AKC/AKC CHF Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program.
  • Cutting-edge medicine and health research will benefit canine athletes such as AKC conformation and performance sport participants, detection dogs, military working dogs, police dogs, and more.
  • "In supporting a Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency, the Foundation demonstrates its continued commitment to advancing veterinary medicine and ensuring that every dog receives the specialized care they deserve based on their unique circumstances."
  • The AKC/AKC CHF Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program builds on the success of a similar collaboration supporting specialty training in reproductive medicine and clinical genetics.

'NFL DOG PLAYS OF THE YEAR' TO AIR ON ESPN

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

This show highlights NFL players and their admiration for canine competitors who demonstrate incredible athletic feats.

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  • This show highlights NFL players and their admiration for canine competitors who demonstrate incredible athletic feats.
  • "We are thrilled for sports fans to get an in-depth look at some of our most action-packed dog sports," said Gina DiNardo, Executive Secretary, AKC.
  • AKC Dog sports rely heavily on the human-canine bond that forms through training your dog, and we hope dog owners will aspire to train and compete with their own dogs."
  • AKC National Agility Champion Jenn Crank and her dog Bee will demonstrate how Agility Dog Sports work, and give former NFL player Santana Moss a tutorial on the similarities between dog agility and professional sports.

Carson&BearTM Dog Wellness Program Launches Groundbreaking Canine Health Project Offering Help to People Who Love Their Dog

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

In a launch designed to disrupt the growing and often confusing petfood market, Carson&BearTM Dog Wellness Program is introducing a transformative approach to canine health with the national unveiling of its multifaceted wellness program to help people who love their dogs.

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  • In a launch designed to disrupt the growing and often confusing petfood market, Carson&BearTM Dog Wellness Program is introducing a transformative approach to canine health with the national unveiling of its multifaceted wellness program to help people who love their dogs.
  • Carson&Bear’s comprehensive dog wellness and education program supports pet owners who crave facts and scientifically formulated wellness products that will extend their dog’s life.
  • Their combined creation of platform-centric technology and dog wellness products are poised to change public expectations and understanding of canine nutrition and wellness.
  • "At Carson&Bear we are not just launching a technology-based service and products for dog lovers; we are igniting a movement towards transformative canine care.

Independence Pet Group® and Fear Free, LLC, Team Up to Improve Emotional Wellbeing Care for Pets

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Independence Pet Group® (IPG), a leader in pet insurance and services, and Fear Free®, LLC, a revolutionary animal health and welfare online education company, announced today a new strategic relationship to increase the accessibility and education of Fear Free practices and pet insurance in an effort to further pets' emotional and physical wellbeing.

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  • Since 2016, Fear Free has educated 265,000+ pet industry professionals, volunteers, and pet parents on how to help relieve fear, anxiety, and stress in pets.
  • As Fear Free's latest Corporate Program Member, IPG's pet insurance brands will be Fear Free's pet insurance providers of choice.
  • IPG's brands include Figo Pet Insurance , Felix Cat Insurance , ASPCA Pet Health Insurance , and AKC Pet Insurance in the US and Pets Plus Us in Canada.
  • "Independence Pet Group recognizes pet health is holistic and it's critical to address both a pet's physical and emotional wellbeing.

CALLING ALL CANINE HEROES! NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW FOR AKC HUMANE FUND AWARDS FOR CANINE EXCELLENCE!

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Humane FundSM is seeking your nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE).

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Humane FundSM is seeking your nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE).
  • Honorees of the AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE) will receive $1,000 to be awarded to a pet-related charity of their choice.
  • Submissions for the AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence for 2024 must include:
    A digital photograph of dog.
  • For more information about the ACE awards or to nominate a dog, visit the AKC Humane Fund Awards For Canine Excellence (ACE) page.

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB JOINS FORCES WITH ALLIVET TO LAUNCH AKCRx

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world's largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the launch of its online pet pharmacy, AKCRx®.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world's largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the launch of its online pet pharmacy, AKCRx®.
  • AKC is working with Allivet, an award-winning pet pharmacy, to bring you AKCRx – your new go-to source for all your pet med needs.
  • AKCRx will offer a full complement of FDA and EPA prescription and over-the-counter selections for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, horses, livestock, and birds.
  • AKCRx extends a warm welcome to every pet enthusiast, regardless of whether their dog is registered with the American Kennel Club.

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB'S PACK EXPANDS IN 2024

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world's largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the Lancashire Heeler has received full recognition and is the AKC's 201st breed.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world's largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce that the Lancashire Heeler has received full recognition and is the AKC's 201st breed.
  • "We are excited to welcome the Lancashire Heeler to the AKC registry as our 201st breed," said Gina DiNardo, AKC Executive Secretary.
  • We strongly encourage prospective dog owners to do their research to find the best breed for their lifestyle."
  • Joining the Herding Group, the Lancashire Heeler, also known as Heeler, is an affectionate, versatile and intelligent dog.

SHIH TZU "COMET" WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 23rd AKC® NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GCHP CH Hallmark Jolei Out Of This World, a Shih Tzu known as "Comet" triumphed over more than 5,700 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 16-17, 2023 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. "Comet," owned by Bonnie J Miller, Susan Carter, Luke & Diane Ehricht of Monclova, OH and bred by Luke & Diane Ehricht, was crowned "America's National Champion" by Best in Show judge Mr. Clay Coady after a weekend of intense canine competition. The winner is America's only National Champion.

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  • CH Von Hawes Forever Forward, a Rottweiler known as "Granger," owned and bred by Peter Hawes & Kathleen Hawes & Erin Maureen Foreman of New Castle, CA.
  • The 2023 AKC® Obedience Classic and the AKC® Agility Invitational presented by YuMOVE were held in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship.
  • Luke and Diane Ehricht were presented with the 2023 AKC Breeder of the Year Award for Hallmark Jolei Shih Tzu at the AKC National Championship on Saturday, December 16, 2023.
  • Click here to download images and video from the AKC National Championship.

AKC Canine Health Foundation Celebrates $2.6 million in New Research Funding in 2023

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, celebrates $2.6 million awarded for canine health research grants and educational programs in 2023.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs, celebrates $2.6 million awarded for canine health research grants and educational programs in 2023.
  • Newly awarded grants provide funding for several studies with a One Health implication – a concept that recognizes the interconnected relationship of animal, human, and environmental health.
  • While canine health must be the primary outcome of such research, knowledge gained may also benefit human medicine.
  • The American Kennel Club/AKC Canine Health Foundation/Theriogenology Foundation Small Animal Theriogenology Residency Program provided funding for reproductive medicine and clinical genetics training at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.

TOP DOGS CROWNED AT 2023 AKC AGILITY INVITATIONAL

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 18th annual AKC® Agility Invitational Presented by YuMOVE® took place December 16-17, 2023 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 18th annual AKC® Agility Invitational Presented by YuMOVE® took place December 16-17, 2023 in Orlando, FL in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, demonstrating the highest level of training and teamwork between dog and handler.
  • The top five dogs in each breed received an invitation to compete in this prestigious event.
  • Agility competition for junior handlers was held for the 13th consecutive year.
  • Five agility dogs and their owners – one dog/handler team in each of the five height categories – were crowned as the 2023 winners of the AKC Agility Invitational, which brought together 701 dogs from across the country.