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Legislative Alerts
Utah: Breeder Bill with AKC Amendments Advancing
On Friday, the Utah House Business and Labor Committee passed a bill regulating breeders that contains many amendments requested by the AKC in the 2023 session. House Bill 478 will soon be considered by the full House of Representatives. Those who wish to comment on HB 478 are encouraged to contact their State Representative. Visit […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/utah-breeder-bill-akc-amendments-advancing/
| February 26, 2024
![Bulldog sitting with her puppies in the grass.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/26120041/Bulldog-sitting-with-her-puppies-in-the-grass-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Get to Know the Bully Breeds
Small or large, with solidly built, wide bodies, and short coats, Bully breeds share some of the same characteristics. Meet the Bully breeds!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/meet-bully-breeds/
| February 26, 2024
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Expert Advice: Health
Is Your Dog in Pain? Signs and Symptoms of Pain
Wondering how to tell when your dog is in pain? Usually, there are signs. Here's what to look for and how to help if you suspect chronic pain.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/signs-dog-is-in-pain/
| January 7, 2021
![Cirneco dell'Etna stacked in a field outdoors.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/08135627/Cirneco-dellEtna-stacked-in-a-field-outdoors-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Cirneco dell’Etna Facts You May Not Know
The Cirneco dell'Etna is an interesting breed with a varied history, and it might not be what you'd expect. Learn more fun facts about this breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-cirneco-delletna/
| November 30, 2016
![Vet checking the heartbeat of a Samoyed with a stethoscope at a vet's office.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/vet-checking-dog-heartworm-disease-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Canine Heart Health and Genetic Testing
Canine heart disease can be a significant concern for breeders, and multiple tools are available for assessing heart health in breeding stock and puppies. Both phenotypic and genetic tests are important and must be interpreted together. Phenotype refers to a dog’s observable traits, whereas genotype refers to a dog’s genetic constitution. Phenotypic tests are typically […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/canine-heart-health-genetic-testing/
| February 22, 2024
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dogs Don’t Have a Sixth Sense, They Just Have Incredible Hearing
How well can dogs hear? You might've read that dogs have far better hearing than humans, but it’s not quite that simple.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/sounds-only-dogs-can-hear/
| July 13, 2018
![Weimaraner dog running in a lake to retrieve a treat bag](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Weimaraner-fetching-a-toy-from-the-water-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Keeping Dogs’ Hearts Healthy
February is American Heart Month, a good time to review how you keep your dogs fit. Keeping them in good condition is critical to your breeding program, and educating your puppy buyers will help them ensure their dogs have long, healthy lives. They need to know that their dogs, just like humans, need good nutrition, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/keeping-dogs-hearts-healthy/
| February 22, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Belgian Malinois Doubles as Diving Dogs Competitor and Mobility Assistance Dog
8-year-old Belgian Malinois "Bullitt" may be getting older, but he's not slowing down. A 2022 NADD Hall of Fame Inductee, he's competing in the 2024 Diving Dogs Challenge.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/diving-dogs-challenge-2024-bullitt/
| February 22, 2024
![Golden Retriever head portrait outdoors.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/22102506/Golden-Retriever-head-portrait-outdoors-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Golden Retriever Facts You May Not Know
Golden Retrievers are called "America's sweethearts" by some, and have been among the most popular breeds for decades. Learn more about Goldens Retrievers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-golden-retriever/
| September 24, 2021
![Sad golden retriever lying on the ground. Looks like crying](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/12132103/Golden-Retriever-laying-in-the-grass-feeling-sad-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Health
Prozac (Fluoxetine) for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
You may have heard of using the medication Prozac (Fluoxetine) for depression and anxiety in humans. Here are the drug's uses and side effects in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/prozac-fluoxetine-for-dogs/
| February 21, 2024