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Legislative Alerts
Update – Montana BSL Bill Named and Assigned to Committee
As expected, Montana House Bill 191 has been introduced by Representative Robyn Driscoll of Billings. The bill seeks to prohibit the ownership, harboring, or keeping of dogs described as "pit bulls." The legislation defines "pit bulls" to include Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, and "any dog that has the physical characteristics that substantially conform […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-montana-bsl-bill-named-and-assigned-to-committee/
| January 6, 2009
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Expert Advice: Grooming
A Heads Up on Grooming
Make sure your dog’s keen senses are at their best by keeping up with daily maintenance. Here’s how: Eyes Next time Fido gives you his trademark look of love, check to be sure that his eyes are clean and healthy: They should be bright and clear, and the white of the eye should be pure […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/grooming-guide-eyes-and-ears/
| January 1, 2009
Expert Advice: News
Canine Influenza Virus Notice
This notice is being sent out to provide up-to-date and accurate information about the Canine Influenza Virus to help prevent the spread of the virus to healthy (unexposed) dogs. The information provided is not intended to alarm dog owners and handlers. There are recently confirmed cases of the Canine Influenza Virus (H3N2 strain) that […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/canine-influenza-virus-notice/
| January 1, 2009
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
The Irrational Terrors of a New Puppy Owner
You’re getting a new puppy! So exciting. Good for you!Being a good, conscientious person, you’ve probably gotten everything ready—crate, vet, food, a spot in puppy kindergarten. You’ve read every word of puppy-rearing advice you could find.Now, you have nothing left to do but sit back, take a deep breath, and …Let the worrying begin.Think about […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/the-irrational-terrors-of-a-new-puppy-owner/
| January 1, 2009
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Expert Advice: Grooming
Bathing Your Puppy: Wet and Wild
To Bathe or Not to Bathe It was once believed that dogs should be bathed only when dirty, but that was back when shampoos for dogs were much harsher. If a gentle shampoo is used, a dog can be bathed weekly without drying out his coat. Bathing your dog can pose a challenge -- if […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/bathing-puppy-bath-shampoo-care/
| January 1, 2009
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Learn the Real-Life Stories Behind the Movie Max
The much-anticipated Warner Brothers/MGM film Max opened last Friday, bringing in $12.2 million from the box office over the weekend. We got the chance to see the movie last week (and we talked to the dog trainer—read that interview here), and as much as we loved the flick, we couldn’t help but reflect on the Hollywood-like stories […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10789-learn-the-real-life-stories-behind-the-movie-max/
| January 1, 2009
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Breed Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing
Ever hesitate to bring up a hard-to-pronounce foreign name because you’re afraid you’ll pull a Travolta and totally butcher it? To help you avoid these uncomfortable moments, WOOFipedia presents this handy pronunciation guide to five breeds whose names you’re embarrassed to say aloud at the dog park. Entlebucher Mountain Dog ENT-leh-boo-cur This Swiss herder’s name […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/breed-names-youre-probably-mispronouncing/
| January 1, 2009
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Does the AKC Like Mixed Breeds?
A common question we hear from dog lovers is "Does the AKC like mixed breeds?" The AKC stands for the love of all things dog, including mixed breeds.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/does-the-akc-like-mixed-breeds/
| January 1, 2009
Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How to Choose Safe Toys For Your Puppy
Which Toys Are Safe? Trying to figure out which chew toys are safe for your puppy? With all that puppy curiosity and energy, it might be safe to assume that he is going to do all he can to rip the toy apart and swallow whatever pieces of it that he can. Therefore, it's best not to give […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/choosing-puppys-toys-durability-key/
| January 1, 2009
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
10 Things Only a Lab Owner Would Understand
With their active, friendly, and outgoing personality, it's no wonder Labrador Retrievers have been the AKC's most popular breed for 26 years in a row. The Lab is gentle, intelligent, and easy to train. They are excellent guide dogs, loyal members of search-and-rescue teams, and faithful K-9 owners. They're also perfect family pets and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-things-only-a-lab-owner-would-understand/
| January 1, 2009