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On Wednesday, September 4th, the AKC Museum of the Dog opens an exhibition detailing the incredible career of K9 Torque, the world record holding Huey Helicopter dog.
For more information, see our exhibitions page.
The exhibition runs September 4, 2024- January 5, 2025.
Torque, a Belgian Malinois, is a pretty special dog. As one of only a handful of dogs in the U.S. trained to detect electronic storage devices such as cell phones and SD cards, she lends her unique skills to investigators working to apprehend child predators and traffickers. She also has a very special side job as an official crew member for EMU 309, a fully restored, Vietnam War-era Huey helicopter. Her calm and stoic presence provides solace to many veterans grappling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during exposure therapy flights in the Huey helicopter.
Cap off back to school week with a meet and greet with K9 Torque and her handler. Learn about this world-famous Huey Helicopter dog and hear stories about her training and work. Then check out the newly installed special exhibition of James Mellick’s sculpture, on view through January 5, 2025.
This event is FREE for Members and included with General Admission tickets. Please be sure to purchase your General Admission tickets for the date of the event.
Get to know a dog breed at the AKC Museum of the Dog!
Each month we are highlighting one of the 201 recognized breeds in the American Kennel Club. You’ll learn the history of the breed as well as key characteristics of their anatomy and coat that help them meet the standard. Activities include art-making, stories and books, a collectable breed fact sheet, and an opportunity to meet a live dog.
September’s Breed Spotlight: Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a vigorous, medium-sized bird dog of happy disposition, known for versatility in the field, companionability at home, and dashing good looks anywhere. The Welshie is among Britain’s oldest sporting breeds. Welshies have two hallmarks that distinguish them from other spaniels: A uniquely tapered head and an eye-catching coat of bold red and white patterns. The beautiful coat isn’t just ornamental, it’s a waterproof, weatherproof, and thornproof suit that enables Welshies to show off their renowned versatility in all climates and on all terrains.
This event is free for Members and included with General Admission. Please be sure to purchase your General Admission tickets for the date of the event.
On Wednesday, September 18th, the AKC Museum of the Dog opens Presidential Dogs: Canine Companions at the White House.
The Museum is pleased to exhibit a retrospective of dogs who have called the White House home. Through paintings, sculpture, historical photographs, and documents, visitors will enjoy learning about the dogs and dog breeds that have spent time in the oval office.
For more information, see our exhibition page.
The exhibition runs September 18, 2024 – January 5, 2025.
