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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
15 Dog Movies for Every Dog Lover
Looking for something for your family to watch on your next movie night? Check out our picks for the best dog movies for all ages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-movies/
| January 18, 2017
Legislative Alerts
TX Update: First Round of Dog Breeder Regulations Adopted
On Friday, December 1, the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation (Commission) adopted the first round of rules to implement the 2023 changes to the state’s Dog or Cat Breeders Act. These changes were needed to quickly implement rules for additional breeders who are required to comply with the law by January 1, 2024. SUMMARY […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/tx-update-first-round-dog-breeder-regulations-adopted/
| December 4, 2023
Products & Services
AKC Clubs That Offer CGC
Canine Good Citizen®, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® and/or AKC Community Canine℠ An AKC club near you can provide you and your dog with training classes and testing for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, CGC and AKC Community Canine. You will be able to earn official AKC titles in Canine Good Citizen (the "CGC" title) and AKC Community Canine […]
https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/finding-classes-and-evaluators/akc-clubs-that-offer-cgc/
| October 26, 2017
Legislative Alerts
NH Alert: 2024 Bill Describes Brachy Breeds as Having Birth Deformity, Criminalizes Their Sale and Breeding
On January 3, 2024, HB 1102 will be introduced and referred to the New Hampshire House Environment and Agriculture Committee. Not only would the bill seek to describe brachycephaly as a “birth deformity that causes suffering”, but it would also criminalize the sale and breeding of brachycephalic dogs and any dog that could be claimed […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nh-alert-2024-bill-describes-brachy-breeds-birth-deformity-criminalizes-sale-breeding/
| December 1, 2023
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Expert Advice: Preparing for Puppy
What to Do When Someone You Love Wants a Puppy for Christmas
Does your loved one want a puppy for Christmas? If someone you know asks for a dog this holiday season, here's how to best approach the situation, and make sure everyone involved is prepared.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/puppy-for-christmas/
| December 8, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
6 Things You May Not Know About the Sealyham Terrier
The Sealyham Terrier is a small but mighty member of the terrier group. AKC-recognized in 1911, here are some things you may not know about the breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/6-facts-sealyham-terrier/
| February 27, 2017
Legislative Alerts
New Jersey Alert: Committee to Discuss Groomers, Pet Stores Legislation Next Week
On Monday, December 4, the New Jersey Senate Economic Growth Committee will discuss two dog-related bills, both of which should be of concern to New Jersey dog owners and purebred dog fanciers. Senate Bill 182 seeks to require the licensing of pet groomers, and establishes licensing and operating requirements for facilities where grooming is performed. […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-jersey-alert-committee-discuss-groomers-pet-stores-legislation-next-week/
| November 30, 2023
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Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
How to Stop Your Dog from Begging at the Table
Feeding your dog in a separate room than you dine in can help prevent begging Teach your dogs basic obedience commands to help discourage impulse-based behaviors Reward your dog for good behavior When you sit down for mealtimes, if you end up with a furry beggar at your feet giving you those big puppy-dog eyes, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-stop-your-dog-from-begging-at-the-table/
| August 22, 2019
Legislative Alerts
AKC Comments on USDA APHIS’ Proposed African Swine Fever-Related Dog Import Requirements
Yesterday, the American Kennel Club (AKC) submitted a comment in support of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) proposed formalization of requirements that have been in place since August 2021 for the importation of live dogs for resale, whether through retail or wholesale channels or fee-based adoption, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/akc-comments-usda-aphis-proposed-african-swine-fever-related-dog-import-requirements/
| November 28, 2023
Sports & Events
Teaching Hind End Awareness and 2-on-2-off Foundation
This issue’s training tip addresses foundation training for hind end awareness and is brought to us by Dr. Erin Rakosky DVM, a veterinarian and animal chiropractor who competes in agility and runs on the AKC Agility League team, The Whole Enchilada, in the Extended Ph.D. division. Any dog that is going to have a career […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/teaching-hind-end-awareness/
| November 27, 2023