Learning More About Dogs
Raising a Well-Socialized Dog
Find some advice and tips on how to socialize your pup here.  |  |
Dogs in the Workplace Etiquette
Just as with people, there are definite do's and don'ts when trying to bring your dog into your workplace... Read more. |  |
Dear Penelope
Have a question about dogs? Penelope may be small on size but she's big on answers! Read more. | |
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A Little Canine Courtesy Can
Go a Long Way
Have you ever been in a store or at a restaurant and noticed a child that was totally out of control? Out of control to the point you really wanted to “enlighten” the child’s parent on the joys of having a well-mannered child versus an unruly one? I believe most of us can lift our hand in accord; we have all suffered at least once or twice. Good manners must be instilled at an early age if we want our children to become well mannered, responsible adults. The same rules apply to dogs and their owners as well. Read more. |  |
Travel Tips for You & Your Dog
Here are a few helpful tips to assist you with making this the best summer vacation yet... Read more. | |
Pet Trusts: Plan for the Future of Your Pet
In today’s world, pets have become more like members of the family than just animals. Just as you would want to make sure your loved ones are cared for should something happen, so too should you make sure that your pets are cared for as well. Read more. |  |
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 Recent News At UKC
11/18/2009: Addendum to the Official UKC Conformation Rulebook-Altered Licensed Classes Addendum to the Official UKC Conformation Rulebook Altered Licensed Classes Effective January 1, 2010 Essentially the altered classes and point system is the same as the classes for intact dogs. The Altered classes are licensed conformation classes and may be offered at the option of the hosting club as... Read more here. 
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Time is running out to nominate Performance Sires for 2010!
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Originally bred to retrieve from water, the modern Labrador Retriever has proven to be one of the most versatile breeds, excelling in hunt tests and field trials, in obedience and agility events, and also as service dogs. The ancestor of the Labrador Retriever was the St. John's Retriever, a smaller version of the Newfoundland. The Labrador Retriever was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 1947. |
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Read more about UKC's many dog breeds here. |
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