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Ten Most Adorable Small Dogs I Met at AKC’s Meet The Breeds!

all you need is love and a dog photo by gail worley
All Photos By Gail

It’s that time again for my annual review of the American Kennel Club’s Meet the Breeds event at Javits Center. When people see my coverage here and on social media, they often ask, “Gail, don’t they have any large breeds at this show?” And of course, the answer is yes—lots and lots of large breeds.

However, my strategy for the show is to focus on the small dogs, mostly because of the off-the-charts cuteness factor, which is irresistible to me. They’re also a little easier to get close to, and thus easier —not necessarily easy — to photograph. The photography challenge is always the same: trying to capture a clear shot of a moving, energetic puppy while dozens of visitors are reaching in to pet them simultaneously. Photos that seem like they’re going to be adorable sometimes end up a little blurry, with plenty of hands and arms in the frame. But that’s life when your mission is to bring back photos of many charming little pooches that you might just find yourself wanting to have as a pet of your own.
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AKC Museum of The Dog Announces Furry Friendly Fridays!

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Images Couresty of AKC Museum of The Dog

Calling all dog lovers and cultural connoisseurs: the AKC Museum of the Dog just gave you one more reason to love Fridays. Starting June 13th, the museum is officially going to the dogs—in the best way possible! Every Friday during regular hours, museumgoers can now bring their four-legged besties along for the ride. They’re calling it Furry Friendly Fridays, and it’s paws-itively genius.

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Top Ten Favorite Dogs from AKC’s Meet The Breeds 2025!

yorkshire terrier yorkie with pink fur photo by gail worley
Yorkshire Terrier with Dyed-Pink  Fur (All Photos By Gail)

Dogs: they’re like people, only better. Recently, I attended my second-ever  Meet The Breeds show, which is sponsored by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and held annually at NYC’s Javits Center.  If you’re looking to add a dog to your family, Meet The Breeds is the place to discover which breed is the perfect fit for you and to be overwhelmed by the cuteness of these gorgeous babies.
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Celebrate Dia de Muertos at the AKC Museum of the Dog

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Image Courtesy of AKC Museum of the Dog

This Friday, November 1st, the AKC Museum of the Dog is excited to celebrate Dia de Muertos with a special event for all dog lovers! From 12 Noon to 2 PM, come enjoy their monthly Breed Spotlight program, focusing on the incredible Mexican breed, the Xoloitzcuintli.
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One Day Only, August 29th: Bring Your Dog To The AKC Museum of The Dog!

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Today, August 26th, is National Dog Day, so be sure give your furry friend some extra love and attention as we show gratitude for everything dogs do for us.  In celebration, the AKC Museum of the Dog is allowing all owners to bring their dogs with them to the museum for one day only: Thursday, August 29th. Doesn’t that sound like fun? Sure it does.

Here’s everything you need to know!

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