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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
AKC Patriotic Puppy Program Builds Confidence With New Course
Training dogs has been a way of life for Roxane Dutson since she was a teen. She taught the family dogs tricks and then became involved in competition through an obedience training group. “My love for working with dogs became stronger as my husband and I got our first Labrador in 1996,” Dutson says. “From […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/akc-patriotic-puppy-program-confident-puppy-course/
| August 8, 2022
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Basic Obedience Training for Puppies: Where to Start
Treats play a vital role in the lives of happy and healthy dogs. We’re highlighting an “AKC Treat of the Month” all year long in partnership with Whitebridge Pet Brands. March is all about puppies, including National Puppy Day on March 23. Train your puppy with a range of wholesome treats from Dogswell®. In the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/basic-obedience-training-for-your-dog/
| March 2, 2020
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Expert Advice: Health
Why Your Dog Needs a Routine at Every Stage of Life
Does your dog have a routine? Dogs thrive on consistency and benefit from knowing what to expect. Routines can support every aspect of your relationship...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-your-dog-needs-routine/
| July 12, 2022
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
12 Cute, Small Dog Breeds We Can’t Get Enough Of
"Cute" is a totally subjective concept. Even "small" can be subjective. After all, if you’re 6-feet-4-inches, anyone under 6 feet can look small to you. However, we are bravely putting forth our list of 12 small, cute dogs that rank high in the "adorable" category, while also being among the smallest breeds recognized by the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/12-cute-small-breeds/
| April 10, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Trick Dog 101: What to Know
Any dog can learn and perfect new tricks, and trick training is becoming more popular with both pet owners and experienced dog sports competitors. AKC Trick Dog is a great way to bond with your dog and provide your pet with mental and physical exercise.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/trick-dog-101-what-to-know/
| May 23, 2023
Sports & Events
Trick Dog: About
***NEW*** AKC now offers a quick and easy way to submit your Trick Dog Title Application! Try the new - Title Application Portal (TAP) System. From the 1920’s and 1940’s when trick dogs such as Rin Tin Tin and Lassie won peoples’ hearts, trick dog training has become one of the most exciting new areas […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/about-trick-dog/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: AKC Family Dog
From Defiant Woman to Mother of Dog Obedience Training
If you are a pet owner who has taught your dog to sit, stay, heel, or perform any manner of tricks, you owe it all to Blanche Saunders. Poodle breeder Helen Whitehouse Walker became taken with the Obedience trials she saw conducted in England in the 1930s. She soon committed to establishing the practice in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/blanche-saunders-obedience/
| November 12, 2018
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Expert Advice: Health
Educate Your Puppy Buyers on Common Illnesses
As a breeder, you know that a puppy can go from happily playing to feeling under the weather within a matter of hours. After several litters, you may know the symptoms that indicate a minor illness versus symptoms that could become an expensive medical emergency. Passing this knowledge on to your puppy owners can go a long way […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/common-puppy-illnesses/
| April 12, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Low-Impact Dog Sports That Are Easy on Joints
Canine athletes come in all shapes, sizes, and levels of physical abilities. When people think of dog sports, they often think of the highest energy...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/low-impact-dog-sports/
| August 19, 2022
Sports & Events
Trick Dog: News and Updates
NEW Online Trick Dog Title Application Portal (Feb 2022) AKC Launches Inaugural Trick Dog Virtual Competition (Sept 2019) AKC ANNOUNCES AKC TRICK DOG ELITE PERFORMER The AKC Trick Dog department is pleased to announce the newest, most advanced level of Trick Dog, the Elite Performer. In Performer, handlers were given the option of doing a […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/news-and-updates/
| October 26, 2017