Labrador Retriever

FRENCH BULLDOG CONTINUES ITS STREAK AS MOST POPULAR BREED IN PHILADELPHIA

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth year in a row, the French Bulldog took Philadelphia's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC®) 2023 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in West Palm Beach, FL and Washington, D.C.
  • While the Frenchie held on to its spot at the top of the list, a couple breeds have slowly moved up in the rankings.
  • "It's no surprise the Labrador Retriever is gaining popularity in Philadelphia as they are the perfect family dog," said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo.
  • While they take their role seriously as the guardian of their family, they do require a fair amount of training."

FRENCH BULLDOGS TAKE THE TOP SPOT AS MOST POPULAR BREED IN LOS ANGELES

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, the French Bulldog took Los Angeles's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC®) 2023 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.

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  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, the French Bulldog took Los Angeles's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC®) 2023 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.
  • The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in Miami, FL and Detroit, MI.
  • It's the battle of the Retrievers this year in Los Angeles as the Golden Retriever takes the Labrador Retrievers spot as 3rd most popular breed.
  • "The French Bulldog is coming in hot this year," said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo.

THE FRENCH BULLDOG HOLDS ONTO ITS RANKING AS THE MOST POPULAR BREED IN HOUSTON

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Bulldog, Labrador, Labrador Retriever, Miniature Schnauzer, Family, American Kennel Club, Golden, AKC, Neck, Hunting

NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, the French Bulldog took Houston's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC®) 2023 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, the French Bulldog took Houston's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC®) 2023 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.
  • The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in Miami, FL and Denver, CO.
    Doberman Pinschers have made the top ten in Houston, knocking out Miniature Schnauzers.
  • Meanwhile, the Retrievers have swapped rankings, with the Golden Retriever replacing the Labrador Retriever as #3 most popular breed in 2023.
  • "Doberman Pinschers are an incredibly playful and loving breed," said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo.

Humane Society of Missouri's Animal Cruelty Task Force Returns to One of the Nation's Most Notorious Breeders to Rescue 95 Labrador Retrievers

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
ACT, Labrador Retriever, Animal, Health, Rehabilitation, Dog, Humane society, Water, MDA, Veterinarian

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This morning, the Humane Society of Missouri's (HSMO) Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) – one of the nation's largest animal-rescue and disaster-response teams – conducted a rescue of 95 Labrador Retrievers from the facility of an unlicensed breeder in Phelps County, Missouri. The breeder, who had 83 dogs removed by the HSMO in late 2019 and early 2020, is included on the national "Horrible 100" list – a ranking of the worst dog breeders in the country. The rescue was coordinated in conjunction with the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the Missouri Attorney General's office.

Key Points: 
  • The rescue was coordinated in conjunction with the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the Missouri Attorney General's office.
  • According to the suit, Kozlowski has repeatedly refused recent inspections by MDA officials and has been operating without a facility license since Jan. 31, 2022.
  • "Too many helpless animals in Missouri continue to suffer at the hands of repeat offenders like Sandra Kozlowski," said HSMO President Kathy Warnick.
  • To report an animal that may be in danger or is suffering from neglect or abuse, call the local police and the Humane Society of Missouri's Animal Cruelty Hotline at 314-647-4400.

New Survey Reveals the Weighty Impact of Excess Weight for Dogs - and their Owners

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Food, Weight gain, Health, Obesity, OM, Emotion, Weight loss, Sibling, Pet, Overweight, APOP, Labrador Retriever, Love, Exercise, Dog, DVM, Nutrition, DIY, Quality of life, Pet industry, Purina

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey1 from Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets, released today – National Pet Obesity Awareness Day – found that excess physical weight in dogs carries an emotional weight for their owners, and that many owners view their dogs as thinner than they really are. Results showed that approximately 1 in 5 dog-owning households consider one or more of their dogs to be overweight. However, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP)2, the number of overweight dogs in the United States has reached a record high, with 59% of evaluated dogs in the U.S. either overweight (37%) or having obesity (22%).

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  • "Dogs do not always gain excess weight due to a lack of care from their owners", noted APOP President Ernie Ward, DVM.
  • "If anything, an overweight dog may be a sign that the owner cares too much about their dog's happiness.
  • The new survey revealed that excess weight gain in pets can be related to the emotions owners experience around feeding and treating:
    75% of surveyed owners agreed they feel guilty when their dogs appear hungry.
  • "While owners recognize that excess weight is keeping their dogs from participating in activities they once enjoyed, they also worry their dogs will be unhappy if feeding changes are made."

Service Dog DNA Testing Becomes Accessible Through New Partnership

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Monday, September 25, 2023
DNA, Partnership, Embark Veterinary, Stargardt disease, Genetics, NEADS, Breeding, Disability, Dog, Genetic distance, Breeder, Semen, Organization, Golden Retriever, Temperament, ADI, Labrador Retriever, Longevity, Health, Behavior, Female, Disease, Vaccine, Embark

BOSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Embark Veterinary, Inc., a global leader in dog health and genetics, today announced a new corporate partnership with Assistance Dogs International (ADI). As part of the partnership, Embark is providing Embark for Breeders dog DNA test kits to North American members of ADI's breeding cooperative.

Key Points: 
  • As part of the partnership, Embark is providing Embark for Breeders dog DNA test kits to North American members of ADI's breeding cooperative.
  • The new partnership emerges from a longtime relationship between Embark and assistance dog organizations across North America, who rely on dog DNA kits to test for more than 250 genetic health conditions in their breeding dogs.
  • Embark dog DNA tests are one of those tools that help us create new paths of possibilities for individuals with disabilities."
  • NEADS® World Class Service Dogs, a Massachusetts-based service dog program, is one of the 53 ADI-accredited organizations that will benefit from the new Embark partnership.

United States Military Animals Market Report 2023-2030: Surging Demand and Spending on Military Working Dogs Amid Escalating Security Threats

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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This upward trajectory is driven by a rising demand for military working dogs and an augmented focus on internal and external security threats.

Key Points: 
  • This upward trajectory is driven by a rising demand for military working dogs and an augmented focus on internal and external security threats.
  • With their specialized skills, these dogs contribute significantly to tasks such as drug, weapons, bomb detection, and identifying hostile personnel.
  • Additionally, according to the Department of Defence (DOD), 13% of canine recruits are born and raised in the American military due to the DOD Military Working Dog Breeding Program.
  • The army is in charge of protecting the whole landmass of the United States, as well as its holdings, commonwealths, and overseas territories

"Bella" Is America's Most Popular Dog Name, and Pitbulls Are Most Common Dog Breed According to Analysis of Pet Questions on Expert Platform JustAnswer

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pitbulls are the most popular dog breed in the US, and "Bella" claims the #1 spot for the nation's most popular dog name. These are two of the top findings from an analysis of more than 200,000 online vet and pet expert conversations with US dog owners in the past year on popular expert site JustAnswer.com. 

Key Points: 
  • These are two of the top findings from an analysis of more than 200,000 online vet and pet expert conversations with US dog owners in the past year on popular expert site JustAnswer.com .
  • With August now officially deemed National Dog Month , JustAnswer dug into some of its doggy data to learn more about the pet owners who keep our vets and dog trainers busy with more than 500 questions a day.
  • Some of the findings:
    After Pitbulls, the next most popular dog breed in the US, are Chihuahuas and Labrador Retrievers.
  • That's about 190,000 dog vet consultations last year alone – more than double the number of cat vet 'chats' on the platform."

YuMOVE Announces Its Brand Story

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
American Kennel Club, Hip, Life, Agility, Dog, Joint stiffness, Royal Veterinary College, Science, Labrador Retriever, Flyball, Pet, United Kingdom, AKC, Hunting, Entertainment, Clothing

ORLANDO, Fla., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YuMOVE, a high-quality joint supplement for dogs and the American Kennel Club's (AKC) official dog joint supplement, announces its brand story based on 15 years of scientific research.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YuMOVE , a high-quality joint supplement for dogs and the American Kennel Club's (AKC) official dog joint supplement, announces its brand story based on 15 years of scientific research.
  • That caused John Davies and John Howie to obsess over the idea of creating an exceptional and high-quality joint supplement – and thus YuMOVE was born.
  • "We're delighted to work with the American Kennel Club, becoming their official dog joint supplement sponsor," said Fiona Hope, CEO of Lintbells – Home of YuMOVE.
  • YuMOVE is offering 30% off any YuMOVE hip and joint supplement for dogs using the code "YuMOVEMENT" for a one-time purchase.

America’s VetDogs Partners with Amazin’ Mets Foundation to Raise Second Future Service Dog

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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The Amazin’ Mets Foundation has donated $100,000 to America’s VetDogs to date.

Key Points: 
  • The Amazin’ Mets Foundation has donated $100,000 to America’s VetDogs to date.
  • The New York Mets were the first-ever MLB team to raise a future service dog.
  • “We are proud to partner with America’s VetDogs to train another future service dog at Citi Field.”
    Shea, the first future service dog to be sponsored by the Amazin’ Mets Foundation, has now returned to America’s VetDogs campus in Smithtown, NY to begin formal training.
  • “America’s VetDogs is truly privileged to have such a great partner in Alex Cohen and the Amazin’ Mets Foundation.