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Expert Advice: Health
Pyoderma in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Many dermatological conditions cause flaky, inflamed, itchy skin for our pups, but one of the most commonly diagnosed skin diseases is pyoderma in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/pyoderma-in-dogs/
| August 9, 2023
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Expert Advice: General Health
Collapsed Trachea in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Treatment
A collapsed trachea in your dog is a serious condition, but it something that they can live with. Here's how to best support your dog with this condition.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/collapsed-trachea-in-dogs/
| March 23, 2015
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
Unleashing the Benefits of Homemade Fresh Dog Food
If you want homemade dog food, you know that preparing it can be a hassle. What can you do to get all the benefits of homemade dog food without the mess? Try the ChefPaw by Innovet Pet Products!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/benefits-of-homemade-dog-food/
| August 7, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips on What Your Puppy Can Safely Chew
Your puppy needs to chew. Experts at AKC GoodDog Helpline give these ten tips for teaching your puppy safe and appropriate chewing behavior.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/what-puppy-can-safely-chew/
| July 21, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
Lymphoma in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Lymphoma is a common cancer in people and dogs and affects the lymph nodes and lymphatic system, which is made up of organs, tissues, and vessels.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/lymphoma-in-dogs/
| August 23, 2023
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Canine Bladder Stones
Marthina Greer First presented Pure Dog Talk Jan 2023 Bladder stones are the quintessential “which came first, the chicken or the egg” question. By this, we mean that a dog can have a bladder symptoms that are caused by a bladder stone, or the bladder infection can cause bladder stones to form. Which then becomes […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/inner-circle-newsletter/canine-bladder-stones-marthina-greer/
| July 31, 2023
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Why Does My Dog Roll on Their Back?
Dogs roll on their backs for many reasons, from asking for a belly rub to showing fear. Learn to understand the behavior and when it's cause for concern.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-does-my-dog-roll-on-their-back/
| June 13, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Why Does My Dog Eat Toilet Paper?
Dogs put all kinds of weird things in their mouths: discarded pizza on the sidewalk, grass during a long walk, or most disgustingly, their poop. But the oddest choice may be more common than you think. Dogs ingest toilet paper for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, eating toilet paper can result in serious health complications and large medical […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-eats-toilet-paper/
| August 21, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Why Does My Dog Lick the Air?
Dogs love to experience the world through their sense of taste. Your dog probably licks their food bowl, their fur, their toys, and of course, your hands and face. But have you ever seen your dog lick the air? Is there something stuck in their mouth or are they tasting the air? In fact, dogs lick the air for all kinds of reasons. Alhough […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/why-does-my-dog-lick-the-air/
| October 11, 2022
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Protecting Puppies From Common Household Poisons
If you have a puppy, it's a good idea to educate yourself about their future needs. This includes being prepared to protect puppies against the most common dog poisons located in and around every home. Human Medications Consuming prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications for people is a common cause of accidental poisonings in dogs. The OTC medications […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/protecting-puppies-from-common-household-poisons/
| October 4, 2019