Dr. Hare discusses our current understanding of canine cognitive development including details of the first large-scale study tracking the course of cognitive development in dogs during the critical period of brain development from 8-20 weeks of age. He will explain how the study findings may improve success in training programs and socialization strategies for all dogs.

Previous AKC Canine Health Foundation webinars are available on demand at

https://www.akcchf.org/educ.../chf-and-vetvine-webinars.html

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AKC Announces

Public Service Dog Titling Program

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is pleased to announce that it is honoring dogs that work for government agencies and keep our communities safe by awarding the title of Public Service Dog.

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The Paw of Courage is an award to show appreciation for the many sacrifices that working dogs make while serving and protecting our country. To learn more and to nominate a dog, click here.

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SEKC Calendar

Visit our Calendar of Events to learn about upcoming SEKC events and classes as well as area shows and trials!

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SEKC Members!

Time to submit your entries for 2022 Awards! Click Here for the information you need!

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Travelling with your dog this holiday season? Here are some tips from the AKC.

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Here's a slideshow of the photos taken at the Shows and Trials. Enjoy!

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Thanks to Showsight Magazine for spotlighting some of the dogs and people from our All-Breed Shows and OB/Rally Trials! Check it out!

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Planning for Animal Wellness (PAW) Act has been signed into law. It creates a working group at FEMA to review best practices and current Federal guidance related to the sheltering and evacuation of pets throughout the emergency management process.

AKC Rally National Championship

Friday & Saturday, June 16-17, 2023

Click here to learn more!

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AKC Canine College is dedicated to creating quality online courses for judges, groomers, breeders, trainers and the dog-owning public. Check it out!

https://www.caninecollege.akc.org/

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