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Expert Advice: Flea & Tick
4 Tips to Help Keep Your Dog Safe From Fleas and Ticks
Flea and tick season is here, and in some areas, it's now a year-round concern. These pests can cause serious problems for your dog, no matter what time of year. Fleas can cause severe itching and skin damage, and for every flea on your pet, there could be hundreds of eggs and larvae around your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/4-tips-to-help-keep-your-dog-safe-from-fleas-and-ticks/
| May 2, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Vizsla History: The Swift Hungarian Hunting Dog
The e-mail was brief but ebullient: Bud: Friday at 11 a.m. is fine! Have a terrific day! - Jack It was Jack Sharkey’s response to my request for an interview. The Vizsla Club of America’s Dr. Sylvia Kerr, a noted breeder-judge and my club contact for this story, said if I was going to write […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/vizsla-history-swift-hungarian-hunting-dog/
| May 2, 2022
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Expert Advice: Health
How to Express Dog Anal Glands At Home
Have you ever witnessed your dog scooting around on the floor? It, unfortunately, might mean your dog needs their anal glands expressed (a.k.a releasing a buildup of smelly fluid). Manually expressing your dog's anal glands can help relieve discomfort that dogs experience when they are full and can prevent any infections from developing. Expressing anal […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-express-dog-anal-glands/
| April 28, 2022
Legislative Alerts
CT Update: Bill Creating Workgroup to Discuss Kennel and Dog License Changes Passes House
The American Kennel Club (AKC) is pleased to report that amended Connecticut House Bill 5295 was passed by the House of Representatives on Wednesday, April 27. Among other provisions, the bill would require the Department of Agriculture to convene a working group to help develop a plan to create a state-wide online dog licensing portal. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-update-bill-creating-workgroup-discuss-kennel-dog-license-changes-passes-house/
| April 28, 2022
Legislative Alerts
CA: “Rights” Officially Removed from “Dog and Cat Bill of Rights” – Please Thank the Author and Chairman
California Assembly Bill 1881 has officially been amended by the Assembly Business and Professions Committee to remove the word “rights”. The bill now goes to the Assembly Appropriations Committee. While AKC did not get every amendment we requested, we are grateful to the author for agreeing to this compromise and addressing our primary and most […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-rights-officially-removed-dog-cat-bill-rights-please-thank-author-chairman/
| April 28, 2022
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Canine Partners
Her Very First Dog Becomes an Agility Champion
MACH Malibu XIV CDX RE MXB MJB OF TKN owned by Emily Scott of Saint Louis, MO Malibu is Emily’s very first dog, her Novice A dog, who introduced her to the world of dog sports. She got him from the animal shelter, where he had been passed over many times. “He is such a […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/first-dog-becomes-agility-champion/
| April 27, 2022
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Expert Advice: Feature
11-Year-Old Girl Bakes Dog Treats to Raise Money For Ukraine Pets
Calette Hicks already understood how to help dogs. She and her mother, Heather Hicks, made food, sold lunches, and took tickets at herding trials for a Shetland Sheepdog rescue several times a year. But when the 11-year-old saw Ukrainians carrying their pets as they escaped danger on the news from her home in Strongsville, Ohio, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/11-year-old-girl-bakes-dog-treats-to-raise-money-for-ukraine-pets/
| April 27, 2022
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Expert Advice: General Health
Why Do Small Dogs Live Longer Than Large Dogs?
When it comes to the lifespan of dogs, researchers have found that size matters. Owners of small dogs can expect to enjoy several more years with their pets than the owners of large dogs. It doesn’t seem to make much sense: large mammals, like elephants and whales, tend to live longer than small ones, like […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-small-dogs-live-longer/
| April 26, 2022
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Expert Advice: Training
Cues to Teach Your Dog to Avoid Approaching Dogs
Picture this: You're walking your dog and suddenly, another dog is rushing towards you—something your dog is not prepared for. Dogs don't always need to greet other dogs when out on walks, and encouraging on-leash greetings aren't natural for dogs and could lead to or exacerbate reactivity. Even if your dog is friendly with other dogs, that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-your-dog-to-avoid-approaching-dogs/
| April 25, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
5 Summer Barbecue Safety Tips for Dog Owners
Warm weather means cookouts, pool parties, and long days spent outdoors. While most dogs love to spend time outside, there are safety precautions to keep in mind before planning your next backyard BBQ bash. Keep these five tips in mind to ensure you and your dog will have a stress-free summer cookout. 1. Make Sure […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/5-ways-to-keep-your-dog-safe-during-a-bbq-party/
| April 25, 2022