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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Why Does My Puppy Growl at Strangers?
Dogs growl to indicate they're unhappy, uncomfortable, or even fearful about a particular situation. Here's why your puppy may be growling at strangers.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-puppy-growl-at-strangers/
| January 19, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Beagle Puppy Training Timeline: What to Expect and When to Expect It
Beagles are known for their long ears, hunting skills, and happy-go-lucky attitude. But while they love companionship and are usually easygoing, their noses can get them into trouble. Before you bring home your first Beagle puppy, it's important to prepare.We talked to National Beagle Club Approved Mentor Lori Norman about major milestones for Beagles. Here's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/beagle-puppy-training-timeline-what-to-expect-and-when-to-expect-it/
| January 13, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
What to Do if Your Puppy Keeps Going Potty in the Crate
Does your puppy keep going potty in their crate? Here's how to figure out what might be behind this behavior, as well as how to prevent it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-keeps-going-potty-in-crate/
| January 6, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Puppy Fear Periods: Why Is My Puppy Suddenly Afraid?
Have a new puppy? There's a lot to get used to and prepare for, but one thing that often gets overlooked is puppy fear periods. Puppies go through an important socialization period from approximately three weeks of age to 12–14 weeks. This is a critical time in puppy development and it's important for them to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dont-panic-training-through-and-around-puppy-fear-periods/
| January 3, 2021
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Expert Advice: News
Havanese “Boodles” Wins AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes
Nearly 1,000 puppies between six and 18 months competed to become the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy/Junior of the Year, held Dec. 11 in Orlando, Fla in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. CH Nauti Leighway Send More Boodles, a Havanese known as “Boodles” triumphed over all 931 dogs. “Boodles,” […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/havanese-boodles-wins-akc-royal-canin-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes/
| December 11, 2020
Press Releases
Havanese “Boodles” Wins AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes
CH Nauti Leighway Send More Boodles, a Havanese known as “Boodles” triumphed over 931 dogs ages six months to 18 months to become the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Junior of the Year, held today in Orlando, Fla in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. “Boodles,” owned and bred by Elizabeth […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/havanese-boodles-wins-akc-royal-canin-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes/
| December 11, 2020
Sports & Events
2020 AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy & Junior Stakes Results
Best in Stakes Group Results Best of Breed Breed Results Show Summary Search Dog Entries
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/royal-canin-puppy-junior-stakes/2020-puppy-results/
| December 3, 2020
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Your First Day at Home With a New Puppy: Tips for Day One
The day you bring your new puppy home is the day you’ve been waiting for. It’s your first day as long-term companions, and you want to begin bonding with your pup immediately. Start off right by staying home, so you can make your puppy feel secure and enjoy every minute of this experience. Here are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/first-day-new-puppy/
| November 24, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Train a Newfoundland Puppy: Timeline & Schedule
Bringing home a Newfoundland puppy is unlike raising any other puppy. Not only are they physically huge as puppies—which means giant-size fun and big messes—these large pups also take significantly longer to physically and mentally mature than smaller breeds. This means particular training considerations, both when your puppy first comes home, and for the first […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-train-a-newfoundland-puppy/
| November 21, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
New Program Rewards Breeders for Puppy Registrations
Breeders want the best for their puppies. They carefully seek loving owners who match well with their breed and can provide safety, health care, and training. But they may not realize how AKC Registrations give their puppies a jump start to a great life in their new homes. In addition to preserving the puppies’ names […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/new-program-rewards-breeders-puppy-registrations/
| November 20, 2020