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Down and Back: AKC Dog Podcast

Mar 29, 2023

In this episode, we scour through the archives for irresistible stories behind breed names.

Breed names are a vital tool for classifying our canine companions, yet it’s the individuals, the Lunas and Maxs, the Rovers, Spots, and Fidos who breathe meaning into who these breeds become in our lives. Many breeds acquired...


Mar 15, 2023

In this pick-me-up episode, we introduce you to the characters, companions, clowns, and survivors that are the dogs of the Toy group.

Once seen as symbols of royalty and aristocracy, dogs of the Toy group were often the coveted spoils of revolutions, war, and palace coups. The refined elegance and charm of these...


Mar 1, 2023

In this second installment of guide dog history, we introduce you to a new generation of service dogs and the growing, often unexpected, range of breeds being deployed.

Today, in every part of the world service dogs are being trained and certified to guide the visually and hearing impaired. As scientists explore new...