As of Wednesday morning, the American Kennel Club has officially recognized the Icelandic Sheepdog, Cane Corso and Leonberger. Being officially AKC recognized means these breeds can compete in AKC events Is AKC recognition going to end up benefiting the breeds, though?
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What AKC recognition actually means
Now that the Icelandic Sheepdog, Cane Corso and Leonberger have all been recognized by the AKC, there are going to be some changes. The American Kennel Club is a club that recognizes purebred dog pedigrees. Seems like the only non-profit registry business. By adding the new breeds, the AKC registry list is up to 166 separate breeds.
Details on the Icelandic Sheepdog
Brought to Iceland about 1,000 years ago was the Icelandic Sheepdog. A part of the spitz family, the Icelandic Sheepdog is a very old breed that has been a working breed for a very long time. The dogs have a great work ethic.
Info on the Cane Corso
The Cane Corso is a very rare breed of dog. This mastiff-family dog was brought back by dedicated breeders. Intelligent, effortlessly trained and at times very protective, these dogs are highly prized in Italy, where they originated.
All about the Leonberger
A German breed of dog which was named for Leonberg, Germany, the Leonberger has a lion-like mane. They're used as water rescue dogs and pets while being very large.
The AKC and their financial impact
The financial and social impact of the AKC is often under heavy debate. The American Kennel Club says canine health is supported by it. The AKC has been criticized though for encouraging pedigrees and breed tracking. Pedigreed puppies sell for a number of hundred or thousand dollars. The medical difficulties that are caused by pedigreed breeding can also be very costly for owners to care for. While pedigreed breeds could be a hint of the personality and features of a breed, it is by no means a guarantee. If you're looking for a pet for any purpose other than competing in dog shows, it may be better to have a look at shelter animals first, before spending thousands of dollars on an "AKC registered" animal.
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