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Legislative Alerts
UPDATE—Floyd Co., GA: Vote to Require Mandatory Spay/Neuter of Dogs Is TUESDAY, 10/10/23
Updated October 6, 2023 with email addresses for Floyd County Commissioners. Please scroll down to view this new contact information. URGENT: Please share this information with dog owners, breeders, conformation and event participants, sportsmen, and hunters in Floyd County, Georgia. A brief public hearing and vote to enact mandatory spay/neuter of dogs 6 months of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-floyd-co-ga-vote-require-mandatory-spay-neuter-dogs-tuesday-10-10-23/
| October 6, 2023
Legislative Alerts
Floyd Co., GA: Vote to Require Mandatory Spay/Neuter of Dogs Is TUESDAY, 10/10/23
URGENT: Please share this information with dog owners, breeders, conformation and event participants, sportsmen, and hunters in Floyd County, Georgia. A brief public hearing and vote to enact mandatory spay/neuter of dogs 6 months of age and older is scheduled for next Tuesday morning, October 10, 2023, at 9:30am by the Floyd County, GA, Board […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/floyd-co-ga-vote-require-mandatory-spay-neuter-dogs-tuesday-10-10-23/
| October 5, 2023
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
7 Fun Facts About the Belgian Malinois
These Belgian Malinois facts will provide plenty of insight into this loyal member of the Herding Group.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/belgian-malinois-facts/
| September 22, 2021
![Samoyed laying down outdoors in the snow.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/15114838/Samoyed-laying-down-outdoors-in-the-snow-400x267.jpeg)
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
How the Samoyed’s Coat Helps Them Handle Heat and Cold
How many times have we heard comments during the heat of summer such as “Boy, your dog must really get hot”? Fortunately, Samoyeds, and Arctic breeds in general, have a number of ways of adapting to variations in temperature. The nature of a Samoyed coat (which is a double coat) makes for a very efficient […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/samoyed-coat-temperature/
| April 25, 2016
![Outdoor Chow Chow portrait with its tongue out.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/chow-chow-closeup-portrait-drooling-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Do Some Dogs Have Blue Tongues?
Learn more about blue tongue dogs. Which breeds have them (its not just Chow Chows) and why, and when it's something to see your veterinarian about.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-some-dogs-have-blue-tongues/
| August 3, 2023
![Alaskan Malamute head portrait outdoors.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Alaskan-Malamute-head-portrait-outdoors-400x267.jpeg)
Expert Advice: General Health
Why Do Dogs Pant?
If you’ve ever seen your dog panting in the summer, you know it’s because she’s trying to cool down. Or, if you have a breed such as a Pug or Bulldog, you’ve most likely seen your dog pant frequently. This heavy breathing is normal, due to their short snouts. However, there may be other, more […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-dogs-pant/
| May 23, 2021
![Basset Hound belly 2021 Meet the Breeds](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/31094306/196-AKCMTB8.14.21-SSM_0895-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Grooming
Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?
Whether you have an innie or an outie, belly buttons are pretty obvious on humans. But have you ever wondered if dogs have belly buttons, too? Believe it or not, dogs do have belly buttons. They might be covered in fur and almost impossible to find, but they are there. Why do they exist, and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/do-dogs-have-belly-buttons/
| October 31, 2022
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Expert Advice: Nutrition
What Is Fiber and Why Does Your Dog Need it in Their Diet?
Your dog's diet should include high-fiber dog food, but it's not always easy to navigate the best ways to include it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/what-is-fiber-and-why-does-your-dog-need-it-in-their-diet/
| May 4, 2023
![Senior Staffordshire Bull Terrier running outdoors.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/senior-dog-smiling-on-grass-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Health
Dementia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatments
Just like humans with Alzheimer's disease, dogs can suffer from Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome or dog dementia. Learn the signs and how you can treat it.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-dementia/
| July 6, 2023
![Beagle dog drinking water to cool off in shade on grass hiding from summer sun . Summer background. Tired of summer heat.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Beagle-drinking-water-from-a-bowl-in-the-yard-1-400x267.jpeg)
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Kidney Disease in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Acute or chronic kidney disease in dogs is a serious and progressive health concern. Early detection and proper management can extend your dog's life.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-kidney-disease/
| June 29, 2023