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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Celebrate Your Dog’s Birthday
Whether it's your dog's first birthday or their sweet 16, you'll want to celebrate. This guide can help you plan a great day for your beloved dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-birthday/
| September 20, 2020
Expert Advice: Why is my dog...
Why Is My Dog Hiding Things?
Some dogs love hiding toys, treats, and anything else they can find. Learn why dogs hide things, and what to do if the behavior becomes a problem.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-is-my-dog-hiding-things/
| November 6, 2019
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Expert Advice: Training
Why Does My Dog Jump on Furniture?
Odds are, if you own furniture, your dog is going to want to jump on it. And why not? A good couch is comfy, cozy, often near a window that's ideal for watching other pups — or squirrels — and it smells like you. But while your dog leaping on furniture or counters is perfectly […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-dog-jump-on-furniture/
| November 12, 2019
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Stare At Me?
Dogs spend lots of time staring at us owners, but why do dogs stare so much? Communication, expectation, and understanding are some reasons why dogs stare.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-does-my-dog-stare-at-me/
| November 19, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
How to Calculate Dog Years to Human Years
Since the 1950s, the popular calculation of how old a dog was “in human years” has been that one dog year is the equivalent of seven human years. Even though this formula has been around for a surprisingly long time, the reality is not so cut-and-dried. That doesn’t stop people from defaulting to this traditional […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-calculate-dog-years-to-human-years/
| November 20, 2019
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Expert Advice: Why is my dog...
Why Is My Dog Fascinated by Birds, Squirrels, and Other Critters?
Is your dog fascinated by birds and other critters? Their predatory heritage is to blame. Learn how to channel obsessive critter-watching behavior.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-is-my-dog-fascinated-by-critters/
| December 23, 2019
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Expert Advice: Training
New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Your Dog Training Routine
Start the new year by deepening your relationship with your dog. Try these three New Year's training resolutions and reap the rewards.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-new-years-resolutions/
| January 1, 2020
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Potty Train a Dog When You Live in an Apartment
When you live in an apartment or high-rise, the logistics of getting a puppy outside when they have to go potty gets more difficult.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/potty-train-dog-in-apartment/
| February 18, 2020
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Expert Advice: Cleaning
5 Dog-Safe Cleaning Solutions You Can Mix At Home
There are plenty of commercial cleaning products that are safe for use around dogs. However, you may still want to create your own dog-safe cleaning solutions at home. These DIY dog-safe cleaning products are powerful enough to deodorize, remove stains, and make your home shine. It's important to note that, while these products are effective […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/diy-dog-safe-cleaning-solutions/
| March 23, 2020
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Train a Labrador Retriever Puppy: Milestone Timeline
Friendly, active, and outgoing, Labrador Retrievers regularly rank among the most popular dog breeds. There's a lot to love, and for first-time Lab owners, there's a lot to get to know — especially over the course of the initial months of your puppy's first year of life. So what are the key milestones and firsts […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/train-labrador-retriever-puppy-milestone-timeline/
| September 16, 2020