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Expert Advice: Feature
From Walks to Dog Sports: Three Canaan Dogs’ AKC FIT DOG Journey
Jennie LaPrade's three AKC FIT DOG Canaan Dogs, Argos, Jessie, and Kuma love their daily walks. Now they're taking on other dog sports.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-fit-dog-canaan-dogs/
| April 30, 2024
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Expert Advice: General Health
Blastomycosis in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Leo was the picture of health until one day one of his eyes seemed to bulge and cloud over. It turned out to be blastomycosis in dogs, a fungal infection.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/blastomycosis-in-dogs/
| April 30, 2024
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Expert Advice: Feature
German Wirehaired Pointer ‘Natalie’ Balances Shows With Service Dog Duties
When Kevin Holmes went looking for a service dog that would double as a competition teammate two years ago, he had specific idea in mind. His answer? "Natalie" the German Wirehaired Pointer.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/natalie-german-wirehaired-pointer/
| April 30, 2024
Legislative Alerts
West Virginia Information: Purebred Dog Day is May 1
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 will be Purebred Dog Day in West Virginia, thanks to a simple resolution passed by the West Virginia Senate in March 2024. AKC encourages those who reside or participate in AKC events in West Virginia to contact sponsor Senator Mike Caputo and his cosponsors Senator Robert Plymale and Senator Mike Woelfel […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/west-virginia-information-purebred-dog-day-may-1/
| April 30, 2024
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Expert Advice: Training
Make Dog Training More Effective With These Basics
There are many common dog training mistakes that can confuse or frustrate your dog. Learn to avoid them to boost your training skills.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/common-dog-training-mistakes/
| April 24, 2024
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Intestinal Blockage in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Intestinal blockages are common in dogs, and most often occur from eating foreign objects. What are the causes, treatment and timeline of blockages?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/intestinal-blockage-in-dogs/
| April 24, 2024
Legislative Alerts
California Update on Bills Impacting Dogs/Dog Owners
The California legislative session is in full swing and AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) continues to track many bills of interest to dog owners. In addition, we will continue to watch for any amendments or other actions that could affect responsible dog ownership. The following are current statuses of bills that AKC GR is following, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-update-bills-impacting-dogs-dog-owners/
| April 19, 2024
Sports & Events
2023 AKC Gun Dog Championships
Check out the AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championship Facebook page Congratulations to the 2023 – Gun Dog Championship Winners 1st Place: NGDC FC Merdmitt's Thor - Owned by Arthur McDermitt 2nd Place: NFC FC AFC MVR MacFarlane Duke of Earl "Duke" - Owned by Mary Gustafson 3rd Place: FC AFC Holcomb's Ava - Owned by […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/pointing-breeds/field-trials/akc-gun-dog-championships/2023-akc-gun-dog-championships/
| April 19, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC GoodDog Helpline: A Great Resource for Puppy Buyers
Every season is the right time for dog training but spring and summer, when the weather inspires owners to spend more time with their dogs, is a particularly good time to get busy with training that helps to make their relationship even better. One of the things you can do to make their journey even […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-gooddog-helpline-great-resource-puppy-buyers/
| April 18, 2024
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Expert Advice: Safety
Why Do Dogs Run Away?
One of a dog owner's worst nightmares is having their dog run away, yet it's an all too common and dangerous scenario. So how do you prevent it?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-dogs-run-away/
| April 18, 2024