How much is a French Bulldog supposed to weigh?
According to the AKC breed standard, a French Bulldog should weigh no more than 28 pounds. That makes it a compact dog with a surprisingly muscular, heavy-boned build for its size.
When did the AKC first recognize the French Bulldog?
The American Kennel Club officially recognized the French Bulldog in 1898, so the breed has been part of AKC history for more than a century.
What colors do Labrador Retrievers come in?
The AKC recognizes only three Labrador Retriever colors: black, yellow, and chocolate. "Fox red" Labs are technically a dark shade of yellow, and "silver" Labs aren't accepted under the breed standard.
Which breed earned the first AKC Obedience Champion titles?
When the AKC created the Obedience Champion title in 1977, the first three dogs to earn it were all Golden Retrievers, which proves they're not just pretty faces.
When did the AKC recognize the Golden Retriever?
The American Kennel Club officially recognized the Golden Retriever in 1925.
Why was the German Shepherd Dog renamed during the World Wars?
Anti-German feelings after WWI led the AKC to drop "German" and call the breed simply the "Shepherd Dog," and in Britain it became the "Alsatian." The AKC restored the original name in 1931, while the UK Kennel Club didn't fully return to "German Shepherd Dog" until 1977.
What is the official AKC name of the German Shepherd?
The breed's official AKC name is the "German Shepherd Dog," with "Dog" included as part of the name, even though almost everyone just says "German Shepherd."
Are Standard, Miniature, and Toy Poodles different breeds?
Standard, Miniature, and Toy Poodles are all the same breed. They share one breed standard and are separated only by height.
How does the AKC divide Beagles by size?
The AKC divides Beagles into two size varieties: those under 13 inches tall at the shoulder and those between 13 and 15 inches.
When did the AKC recognize the Rottweiler?
The American Kennel Club officially recognized the Rottweiler in 1931.
Why do Rottweilers sometimes have docked tails?
The AKC breed standard calls for Rottweilers to have docked (shortened) tails, a holdover from their working past. Many European countries now ban docking, so Rottweilers there usually keep their natural tails.
When did the AKC recognize the German Shorthaired Pointer?
The American Kennel Club officially recognized the German Shorthaired Pointer in 1930.
How much does a Bulldog weigh?
According to the AKC breed standard, an adult male Bulldog weighs about 50 pounds and a female about 40 pounds, which is a lot of weight packed into a short, stocky frame.