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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Beagle Facts You May Not Know
Beagles are not only great family dogs, but excellent hunters as well. Beagles have also had some mighty interesting jobs. How well do you know the Beagle?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-beagle/
| October 24, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Does Your Dog Need a Massage? Benefits of the Canine Massage
Canine massage has many benefits for dogs from puppies to seniors. It can ease pain, increase mobility and circulation, and aid in recovery.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-massage/
| July 5, 2024
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Expert Advice: Conformation
A Bit on Bites: Judging Canine Dentition
Have you ever wondered why dog show judges look at the dog's teeth? What are they looking for when judging canine dentition?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/judging-canine-dentition/
| September 11, 2015
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How to Prepare Your Apartment for a New Puppy
You're bringing home your new puppy pretty soon. But while you're overjoyed, you've also never owned a puppy while living in an apartment, so you aren't sure what to expect. Don't worry — even in a small space or a rental, you can raise a happy and healthy puppy. By taking preventative measures and dedicating […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/prepare-apartment-for-new-puppy/
| November 16, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
The Ins and Outs of Potty Pad Training
If you want to include potty pads in your puppy’s housetraining routine, read on for tips on how to potty train a puppy on pads.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/the-ins-and-outs-of-potty-pad-training/
| March 4, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
German Spitz Facts You May Not Know
The German Spitz has a rich history, known as one of the oldest breeds in central Europe. Learn more about the breed with these German Spitz fun facts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-german-spitz/
| July 3, 2024
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Leptospirosis Now Included in Canine Core Vaccine Recommendations
In a significant move, veterinary health authorities have updated the core vaccine recommendations for dogs to now include the leptospirosis vaccine. This update is particularly important for dog breeders, who play a crucial role in the health and well-being of future generations of dogs. The leptospirosis vaccine has been controversial for decades with stories of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/announcing-updated-canine-core-vaccine-recommendations-leptospirosis-now-included/
| June 20, 2024
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Expert Advice: Training
The Importance of Teaching Your Puppy How to Be Alone
When you first get a puppy, there is so much to do to introduce them to their new home. From potty training to puppy-proofing, you might feel like your hands are always full. But there is one critical step you don’t want to forget — teaching your pup how to enjoy being alone. Although it’s […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/leaving-puppy-alone/
| March 6, 2022
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
How to Use a Treadmill to Exercise Your Dog
A treadmill is a great way to exercise your dog as long as you do it safely. Here is everything you need to know about using a dog treadmill.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/use-your-treadmill-to-exercise-your-dog/
| January 3, 2021
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Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives Dog Podcast
In our award-winning Down and Back: Stories From the American Kennel Club Archives dog podcast, now in Season Four, host Bud Boccone tells the tales of breeds, dogs, and personalities who’ve shaped America (and Americans) over generations. Using the American Kennel Club's historical records, archival material, oral histories, interviews, and more, the show brings dog […]
https://www.akc.org/about/down-and-back-akc-podcast/
| December 20, 2023