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Expert Advice: Health
Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs: What You Need to Know
We all want our dogs to live for as long as possible, so it can be scary to think of them developing an illness like heart disease, which affects their daily functioning and life expectancy. Heart disease is a condition that dogs are either born with (congenital) or develop (acquired) through a combination of factors […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/congestive-heart-failure-in-dogs-what-you-need-to-know/
| November 9, 2022
Expert Advice: Genetics & Strategies
What Makes Dalmatian Spots? The Science Behind the Spotted Pattern
The Dalmatian coat color pattern is the most distinctive of all AKC breeds and is found in no other breed of dog. The Dalmatian standard describes the spots, which can be black or liver but never both, as varying in size from a dime to the size of a half-dollar and are usually smaller on […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/what-makes-dalmatian-spots/
| November 4, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in Dogs: What to Know
Do you suspect your dog is having vision trouble? Perhaps they're nervous in dimly lit spaces or bumping into things in unfamiliar environments. Although many conditions could be responsible for your dog's vision loss, one possible cause is progressive retinal atrophy, also known as PRA. This is a genetic disease of the retina in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/progressive-retinal-atrophy/
| October 20, 2022
Sports & Events
AKC Trick Dog 2022 Competition Winners and Outstanding Performances
OVERALL WINNER Muriel McMullen & Maddie (Australian Terrier) Dogwarts School of Witchcraft FINALISTS Christina Jones & Chloe (All American) Back to School https://youtu.be/OAc8x8ZvOfE Tamara Shaffer & Olivia Nicole (Biewer Terrier) Rescuing the Mermaid Princess https://youtu.be/ve6xeYSyf9g 20 ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES Deana Allen & Dervish (Portuguese Water Dog) Insomnia Strikes! https://youtu.be/lylH0ieLtEQ Deana Allen […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/akc-trick-dog-2022-competition-winners/
| October 19, 2022
Expert Advice: Grooming
Avoid a Sticky Situation: How to Get Sap Out of Dog Fur
Learn how to get sap out of dog fur with items already in your pantry. Armed with the right tools and treats, this doesn't have to be a job to dread.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/avoid-a-sticky-situation-how-to-get-sap-out-of-dog-fur/
| October 4, 2022
Expert Advice: Training
How to Give Your Dog Jobs to Do at Home
Giving your dog access to sports, activities, and jobs around the house can provide outlets for dogs' physical and mental energy.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/give-your-dog-jobs-to-do-at-home/
| September 28, 2022
Expert Advice: News
What Will Happen to the Queen’s Beloved Dogs?
Queen Elizabeth II was an animal lover since she received her first Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Susan, as a gift for her 18th birthday in 1944. The Queen had more than 30 Pems in her lifetime, but she stopped breeding in 2015 to not leave any young dogs behind after her death. "This devoted breeder and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/what-will-happen-to-the-queens-beloved-dogs/
| September 19, 2022
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Season Winners
Season 6 - Winter 2024 [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Extended Ph.D."] Winter Season Finals – Extended Ph.D. – Teams & Dogs Congratulations to all teams & dogs that completed the Winter Season! Great job! Here are the top placers for Season 6: Top Teams Champion – Happy Dog Sports Team 1 – Texas Reserve Champion – New […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-agility-league/season-winners/
| September 14, 2022
Expert Advice: Home & Living
Moving to an Apartment? How to Prepare Your Dog for a Downsize
Moving from a house to an apartment, condominium, RV, or tiny home can be challenging for dogs. These tips and skills will make the transition easier.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/how-to-prepare-your-dog-for-downsize/
| September 13, 2022
Expert Advice: Home & Living
The Creative Benefits of Having a Dog
What does your dog bring to your life? Companionship? Joy? Protection? How about inspiration? "Creative muse" might not be your pet's typical role, but research, as well as artists' and creators' lived experiences, reveal that this is just one benefit of having a dog. Dog Walks Boost Creative Thinking "All truly great thoughts are conceived […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/how-your-dog-can-boost-creativity/
| September 7, 2022