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Expert Advice: News
The Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2023
Based on American Kennel Club registration statistics, we rank the most popular dog breeds in America each year. The French Bulldog takes the No. 1 spot!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/most-popular-dog-breeds-2023/
| March 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Heatstroke in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Dogs are notoriously bad at dissipating body heat. Watch for early signs of heatstroke, also known as hyperthermia, in your dog to avoid serious outcomes.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/heatstroke-in-dogs/
| May 6, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
Service, Working, Therapy, and Emotional Support Dogs: What’s the Difference?
Service dogs, working dogs, emotional support dogs, and therapy dogs all provide aid and support to humans. But they're not the same. What's the difference?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/service-working-therapy-emotional-support-dogs/
| February 24, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
Dog Dental Care: What to Know
Dogs can suffer periodontal disease, tooth decay, injured teeth and oral problems that can be costly to treat. Learn how dog dental care at home will help.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dental-care-dog/
| September 30, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet Junior Handler Ashlyn Navis
Ever wonder if you can go from watching dog shows on TV to competing at big shows yourself? Well that's exactly what Junior Handler Ashlyn Navis did.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-ashlyn-navis/
| August 22, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Meet Junior Handler Delia DiPonio
Fifteen-year-old Delia DiPonio of Dorado, Puerto Rico got started training in agility at home with a small obstacle kit she purchased on the internet....
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-delia-diponio/
| January 11, 2024
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Expert Advice: Training
Preventing Body Sensitivity: The Importance of Handling Exercises
Cuddling and petting your dog is fun for both of you, but when it comes time for grooming and other forms of handling, such as teeth brushing or checking for ticks, many dogs run for cover. One terrible coat mat or clipped nail quick, and your dog will decide the brush or nail trimmer is an […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/preventing-body-sensitivity/
| August 3, 2018
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
Do Small Dogs Have More Dental Problems Than Large Dogs?
When dentists advertise dental services for people, it's all about creating pretty smiles. But for dogs, the veterinary reminders prompt a different story, as canine dental problems go deeper than a toothy grin. Small and large dogs experience different types of dental issues—all beginning with the size of their mouths. Adult dogs have 42 teeth—20 […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dental-problems-differ-for-large-and-small-dogs/
| July 13, 2021
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Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Groom a Golden Retriever
Wondering how to groom a Golden Retriever? Here's a grooming guide on how to care for a Golden's coat, ears, teeth, and more.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-groom-golden-retriever/
| March 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Grooming
What to Ask Potential Groomers Before You Hand Them Your Dog
Follow our tips to find the right groomer for your dog. Do some research, ask the right questions, and you can be confident that your dog is in good hands.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/questions-ask-potential-groomers/
| April 27, 2021