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Expert Advice: Grooming
These Flowing, Glamorous Coats Give Us Breed Envy
Seeming to float around the dog show ring, with a silky, lustrous coat waving, some long-coated breeds may inspire envy in their human admirers: As a silver Afghan Hound glided past, a spectator turned to her companion and said, “I’d kill to have hair like that!” But even dogs who’ve never stepped foot in a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/these-flowing-glamorous-coats-give-us-breed-envy/
| August 18, 2015
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Is the Australian Shepherd a Good Fit for You?
You've likely seen the beautiful Australian Shepherd, but have you ever wondered if this breed would be a good fit for you?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/australian-shepherd-right-for-you/
| August 18, 2015
Legislative Alerts
URGENT: Ulster County, NY Considering Regulation of Hobby BreedersCall Today!
The Ulster County Legislature is considering a proposal that would regulate hobby breeders in the county and could vote as early as tomorrow (Tuesday, August 18). County residents are urged to contact the legislature immediately and urge them to not allow this proposal to pass as it is currently written. Type in your address on […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ulster-county-urgent-vote/
| August 17, 2015
Canine Partners
12-year-old Former Shelter Pup Going Strong & Bringing Home the Ribbons
He was the last of nine puppies to be adopted from the litter at 8 weeks of age when he went home with Charleata Carter. “Sebastian has always been happy, relaxed, smart, and friendly with almost every human and animal he meets, and he is always eager to try something new,” Charleata said. Her friends […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/12-year-old-former-shelter-pup-going-strong-bringing-home-the-ribbons/
| August 14, 2015
Legislative Alerts
Kansas City, MO Seeking Public Input on Animal Control Laws
Officials in Kansas City, Missouri, are seeking input from residents on what they think could improve the city’s animal control laws. The city has set up a website with a message board to comment on things that are working in the law, and constructive suggestions for changes. This is a great opportunity for those who […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/kansas-city-seeks-law-input/
| August 13, 2015
Expert Advice: News
Spunky Yorkshire Terrier Saves Her Owner’s Life
A 79-year-old New York woman is crediting her Yorkshire Terrier, Labella, with saving her life. When Dottie Fisher was napping last week, Labella, a hearing-alert dog, jumped on her and incessantly nudged her. Although Labella will let Fisher know when a doorbell is ringing or calling on the phone, she's rarely so insistent. And true to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/yorkshire-terrier-saves-owner/
| August 13, 2015
Canine Partners
New Show Features Trainer Who Makes Rescues Into Stars
Discovery Channel debuted a new show, From Wags to Riches, on Aug. 6 about famed trainer Bill Berloni who adopts homeless animals and trains them for roles on Broadway and other entertainment productions. The show chronicles daily life with his family and their menagerie that includes several dogs, a parrot, ducks and a donkey. Rescue […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/new-show-features-trainer-who-makes-rescues-into-stars/
| August 12, 2015
Canine Partners
Rescue Bichon Spends His Days Brightening the Lives of Others
Mister Murphy THDD owned by Christine Witzler of Bowling Green, OH Murphy is a 10-year-old Bichon Frise that Christine rescued when he was a year and a half old. “You could tell at the first meeting that he was born to be a therapy dog,” she said. “He has been in cribs in hospitals with […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/rescue-bichon-spends-his-days-brightening-the-lives-of-others/
| August 12, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Give Treats When Training – Yes, It Matters!
AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Hilarie Erb explains that the way you give your dog a treat as a reward is important during the training process. Seriously? There’s a special way I have to give my dog a treat? If you are trying to communicate what you want your dog to do, then definitely “yes!” Hold […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/give-treats-training-yes/
| August 12, 2015
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Quick Tips for Making Car Rides a Pleasure with Canines
It is a lot more fun to take a road trip with your dog when they are quiet, happy and safe. Many dogs stress about riding in vehicles, and other are overstimulated and bark and pace. AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Breanne Long gives us some great tips for making car riding a joy for you […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/tips-car-rides-canines/
| August 12, 2015