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Clubs & Delegates
State Issues August 2021
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. California – HR 61 is a resolution that declares the Assembly’s intention to only support “sensible and humane therapeutic veterinary procedures for companion animals.” As defined, this could mean the Assembly opposes such procedures as ear cropping, tail […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-august-2021/
| August 25, 2021
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Expert Advice: News
FDA Issues Warning to Dog Food Manufacturer After 130+ Deaths and 220+ Illnesses
UPDATE: On August 17, 2021, the FDA issued a "corporate-wide warning letter" to Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc., the company that produces Sportmix pet food and other pet food brands. Per the FDA alert, as of August 9, the agency "is aware aware of more than 130 pet deaths and more than 220 pet illnesses that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/fda-recalls-dog-food-fatal-aflatoxin-levels-70-dogs-die/
| August 20, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Puppy Growth Chart: When Does My Puppy Finish Growing?
Puppies seem to grow up so fast. One day, they're little balls of furry cuteness and, in what seems like the blink of an eye, they're fully grown into loving canine companions. But not all dogs grow at the same rate, with smaller breed dogs growing up much faster than their larger counterparts. That's because […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/when-does-my-puppy-finish-growing/
| August 10, 2021
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
6 Things That Regularly Confuse Puppies
There's arguably nothing cuter than watching a puppy encounter certain things for the very first time. Our lives are full of objects that puppies find strange or downright scary. Here are six things that baffle puppies in the most adorable way. 1. Vacuums It is most likely the noise of the vacuum that confounds puppies […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/things-that-confuse-puppies/
| August 4, 2021
Expert Advice: General Nutrition
Dog Food Choice: Four Factors to Consider
Every dog is different. There are small dogs, big dogs, active dogs, dogs with sensitive stomachs, and dogs with dietary sensitivities. And that's why deciding on a food for your dog is a very personal choice. But in general, the best food for your dog should meet his nutritional needs. Learn about some of the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/every-dog-is-different-factors-that-could-affect-your-choice-in-dog-food/
| November 30, 2020
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Expert Advice: Feature
Behind the Scenes of ‘Dogs: Season 2, Episode 1’
It all started with a tweet. “Your story could be in Season 2 of DOGS.” The June 2019 post from Dogs producer Glen Zipper included an announcement about the Netflix show’s second season. Your story could be in Season 2 of DOGS. 🐶👇 https://t.co/aoxWtSdPtO — Glen Zipper (@Zipper) June 12, 2019 Around the same time, the Live […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/behind-the-scenes-of-dogs-season-2-episode-1/
| July 13, 2021
Legislative Alerts
Oregon: Ballot Proposal Would Ban All Hunting, Many Breeding Practices
Animal rights activists are currently collecting signatures in Oregon to place a measure on the 2022 ballot that would have a detrimental impact on hunting, many breeding procedures, and other animal husbandry practices in the state. Oregon Initiative Petition 13 claims to be stopping animal cruelty practices in the state, but instead would essentially ban […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/oregon-ballot-proposal-ban-hunting-many-breeding-practices/
| July 20, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Dori Anderson of Outbackred Australian Terriers
Dori Anderson, an AKC Breeder of Merit and preservation breeder of Outbackred Australian Terriers, lives in Hartford, Wisconsin. Established in 1983, Outbackred produces show quality Aussies with a focus on temperament, conformation, and structural soundness for future generations. They have produced many AKC Champions. AKC: How did you get started in breeding dogs? Dori: […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-breeder-spotlight-dori-anderson-outbackred-australian-terriers/
| July 14, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Nutrition
What to Feed Your Puppy Based on Their Breed
While a toy puppy may increase its birth weight by a factor of 10 to 20, a giant-breed puppy may grow to be 100 times bigger than when he was born. Consider this: A newborn Chihuahua may weigh only three ounces at birth and three pounds at maturity. A newborn Great Dane, however, may weigh […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/what-to-feed-puppy-based-on-breed/
| July 13, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues July 2021
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. California – AB 468 would further clarify the difference between trained service dogs and emotional support animals, and particularly emphasizes that emotional support animals should not be granted the same privileges and access. The bill is […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-july-2021/
| July 9, 2021