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Expert Advice: Feature
Behind the Scenes of ‘Dogs: Season 2, Episode 1’
It all started with a tweet. “Your story could be in Season 2 of DOGS.” The June 2019 post from Dogs producer Glen Zipper included an announcement about the Netflix show’s second season. Your story could be in Season 2 of DOGS. 🐶👇 https://t.co/aoxWtSdPtO — Glen Zipper (@Zipper) June 12, 2019 Around the same time, the Live […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/behind-the-scenes-of-dogs-season-2-episode-1/
| July 13, 2021
Legislative Alerts
West Virginia: Follansbee to Consider Restrictions on Dogs Outdoors on July 12
The City of Follansbee (West Virginia) City Council will be considering seeks to limit the amount of time a dog can be tethered, maintained, or kept outside under certain conditions. on Monday, July 12 at the City Council meeting scheduled for 6:00pm. This proposal was brought before City Council by a local resident who was […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/west-virginia-follansbee-consider-restrictions-dogs-outdoors-july-12/
| July 8, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
How to Get Rid of Stinky Dog Breath
Dog owners tend to dismiss bad dog breath as just “dog breath,” but there is usually a very good reason behind the odor. Here's how to address it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/stinky-dog-breath/
| July 8, 2021
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Train Your Dog to Come When Called: Step-by-Step Recall
In case of an emergency, you need to know your dog will come to you no matter what. Read on to learn how to train a reliable recall.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/reliable-recalls-how-to-train-your-dog-to-come-when-called/
| July 7, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
12 Dog-Friendly Summer Activities
Summertime is perfect for outdoor fun. And it's even better if your dog can join in. There are oodles of activities to try, from old standbys like fetch to more adventurous pursuits like hitting the trail for a hike. Consider your dog's personality, activity level, and interests to be certain you find the perfect match. If you're looking […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/outdoor-activities-for-dogs/
| July 7, 2021
Legislative Alerts
Update: Rhode Island Adjourns – No Concerning Dog Bills Adopted
AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) is pleased to share that the Rhode Island Legislature adjourned on Thursday, July 1, 2021, with no bills of concern to dog owners adopted. Since January, AKC GR issued several detailed alerts, embedded in the bill numbers below, requesting opposition by residents to bills negatively impacting dogs and owners as […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-rhode-island-adjourns-no-concerning-dog-bills-adopted/
| July 7, 2021
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Expert Advice: Advanced Training
How Dogs Help Search and Rescue Efforts in Surfside, Florida
Dogs have played a critical role in the search and rescue effort in Miami-Dade County. After the incredibly tragic collapse of that 12 story condominium in Surfside, Florida rescue teams are combing through nearly 20 feet of concrete after part of the building came crashing down early last Thursday. And as search and rescue efforts […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dogs-search-rescue-surfside-florida/
| July 7, 2021
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Expert Advice: Feature
Stands for Innocent: Dog Helps Wrongly Convicted Man Cope After Prison
Malcolm Alexander spent nearly 38 years locked up in the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for a crime he did not commit. In January 2018, he was exonerated and given his freedom. As he left the courthouse, one of the first questions he asked was, “What about my dog?” The dog was a puppy he […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/stands-for-innocent-dog-wrongly-convicted-man/
| July 6, 2021
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Expert Advice: General Health
My Dog Ate My Pills! 10 Most Dangerous Human Medications For Pets
One of the most dangerous rooms of the house with regard to accidental poisonings is the bedroom, on account of the nightstand next to the bed. Many adult dogs and teething puppies sleep in the bed with their owners, and thus have easy access to the drugs on that nightstand. Medications left on counters in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/the-10-human-medications-most-dangerous-to-dogs/
| July 6, 2021
Press Releases
American Kennel Club Announces 2021 AKC Trick Dog National Competition
- Juniors Division Added To This Years’ Competition - The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world's largest dog registry and leading industry authority and advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce the 2021 AKC Trick Dog National Competition. The event will once again be virtual allowing trick dogs everywhere to enter. New to this years’ […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/american-kennel-club-announces-2021-akc-trick-dog-national-competition/
| July 6, 2021