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Expert Advice: Feature
Meet Eba, a Dog Whose Job Is to Sniff Out Whale Poop
Dressed in a bright orange life jacket and perched on the bow of a boat, Eba is on high alert. It’s not the sight of killer whales swimming in the distance that caused her to adopt a rigid stance, wagging her tail and whimpering with her nose raised high in the air. It’s the scent […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-eba-a-dog-whose-job-is-to-sniffs-out-whale-poop/
| April 5, 2022
Legislative Alerts
CT Update: Kennel and Dog License Changes to be Discussed Further
Addressing concerns raised by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and other stakeholders, the Connecticut Joint Environment Committee has proposed a substitute bill to SB 234. Among other provisions, the new substitute text in HB 5295, would require the Agriculture Commissioner to convene a working group to help develop a plan to create a state-wide online […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-update-kennel-dog-license-changes-discussed/
| April 1, 2022
Legislative Alerts
California: Update on Bills Impacting Dog Owners
Over the past couple weeks, AKC Government Relations has sent out several alerts regarding bills impacting dog owners in the state. With bill hearing deadlines looming at the end of the month, a number of hearings will be scheduled over the next few weeks. Below are updates on the latest status on each one and […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-update-bills-impacting-dog-owners/
| April 1, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
How to Train Your Dog to Run With You
Train your dog to run with you! Running is a fun way to spend time together and helps both of you stay in shape. Learn about our suggested running tips.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/train-dog-to-run-with-you/
| April 1, 2022
Legislative Alerts
CT Info: Bills Designating Shelter Pets as State Pet and for Tethering and Sheltering Dogs Advance
DESIGNATING THE SHELTER PET AS CT’S STATE PET: The Connecticut Joint Government Administration and Elections Committee voted yesterday to place HB 5498 on the House consent calendar, despite hearing testimony objecting to the designation of the shelter pet as Connecticut’s state pet. The bill also seeks to designate a variety of days, weeks, and months, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ct-info-bills-designating-shelter-pets-state-pet-tethering-sheltering-dogs-advance/
| March 30, 2022
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Tips on Heartworm Prevention & Medication for Dogs
With the change in seasons comes warmer weather and longer days. Unfortunately, pesky bugs also come out. Critters are not only irritating for your dog but they can be very harmful too. In fact, the deadly parasite heartworm is transmitted only by mosquitos. Here are a few tips to keep your dog safe: 1. Preventative […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tips-to-protect-your-dog-from-heartworm/
| March 30, 2022
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Expert Advice: Safety
Dog Choking: What to Do & Heimlich Maneuver For Dogs
The Heimlich maneuver, performed to save someone from choking, is a familiar operation. You may not have seen it done in person, but it's often written into television or movie storylines, whether as a gag or something more serious. Or you might have learned how to do it yourself on a medical dummy in a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-choking-dog-heimlich-instructions/
| March 29, 2022
Legislative Alerts
California: Bill Regulating All Dog Trainers As Boarding Facilities Scheduled for Hearing – Call Today!
A bill placing numerous new overreaching requirements on all dog trainers in California is scheduled for a committee hearing on April 19. It is important that all dog trainers and responsible dog owners in the state use the information below to contact the author’s office and committee members TODAY. Respectfully let them know you oppose […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-bill-regulating-dog-trainers-boarding-facilities-scheduled-hearing-call-today/
| March 29, 2022
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Expert Advice: DIY Projects
Paw Print Art: DIY Flower Painting For Dogs
The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and you might be looking for a new activity to do with your dog. Flower paw print paintings make perfect gifts for any holiday and they're even a fun gift to give your dog's vet or trainer. It's a simple but cute project that's easy to do […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/diy-paw-print-flower-art-for-dogs/
| March 29, 2022
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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Perform Dog CPR on Small & Large Pets
In an emergency knowing how to conduct CPR on your dog could save their life. Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer in American Kennel Club, demonstrates how to give CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) to dogs until they can reach a veterinary. What is CPR For Dogs? CPR involves chest compressions with or without artificial respiration. It […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/performing-cpr-on-dogs/
| March 29, 2022