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Expert Advice: Training
Working Through Walk Anxiety in Dogs
Although dog walks are a great way to provide exercise and enrichment to most dogs, they can be the source of stress for others. How can you help?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-anxiety-walks/
| January 19, 2024
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Teach Your Dog to Ride in the Car: Preventing Anxiety and Motion Sickness
How do you prevent dog anxiety in car rides? Teach your dog to ride in the car calmly and comfortably to make travel easier for both of you.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/teach-dog-ride-car-prevent-anxiety/
| September 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Health
Colitis in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
Colitis in dogs is an inflammation of the colon, which is the large bowel or large intestine. If you think your dog has colitis, here's what to know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/colitis-in-dogs/
| January 16, 2024
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Keeping Your Puppy Fit: Exercise and Fitness Tips for Puppies
Keeping a growing puppy fit can be tricky, but exercise is very important for puppy health. Learn ways to exercise with your puppy and keep them fit.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/keeping-your-puppy-fit/
| April 5, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
Puppy’s First Vet Visit: How to Reduce Vet Anxiety
Although many dogs find visiting the vet scary, it doesn't have to be a negative experience! Here's how to make your puppy's first vet visit great.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/puppy-first-vet-visit/
| September 28, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How Long Can You Leave a Puppy Alone?
You can leave a puppy alone for small amounts of time as they grow and mature, but it takes patience and training for them to learn how and be comfortable.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/leave-puppy-alone/
| August 4, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
The Southwest Obedience Club of Los Angeles Goes the Distance with AKC FIT DOG
Whether they're going solo or in a group, dog owners are taking part in AKC FIT DOG challenges to keep themselves and their dogs in shape. One such group is members of the Southwest Obedience Club of Los Angeles, who found their love of fitness together — almost by accident.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/akc-fit-dog-southwest-obedience-club-of-los-angeles/
| January 8, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Health
Tramadol for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Looking to learn more about Tramadol for dogs? We discuss what it's used for, what side effects it causes, and correct dosages.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tramadol-for-dogs/
| November 30, 2016
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Expert Advice: General Health
OCD in Dogs: Can it Happen?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in the dog world is also known as Canine Compulsive Disorder or CCD. Here are the signs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-dog-behavior/
| October 13, 2020
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Expert Advice: Juniors
Junior Handler Spotlight: Sam Georger
Training dogs isn't just a hobby for sixteen-year-old Sam Georger, it's a lifestyle. Georger first saw dog sports on television, and wanted to get involved.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-sam-georger/
| December 21, 2023