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Expert Advice: Health
What to Do if a Spider Bites Your Dog
What should you do if your dog is bitten by a spider? It depends on the type - some spiders that are common throughout the U.S. have very toxic bites.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/spider-bite-dog/
| July 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Get Started in Dog Sports and Events
It’s one of the best ways to deeply bond with your dog. It's great exercise. And it just might be one of the most personally rewarding endeavors of your life. It’s the world of canine sports and events, and many events are open for all dogs to enjoy, including mixed-breed dogs. Something special happens between […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/get-started-in-dog-sports-and-events/
| September 9, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
8 Fun Facts About the Portuguese Water Dog
The Portuguese Water Dog is a happily energetic, athletic, and affectionate dog. They're a perfect combination of working dog, loving companion, and ace athlete. Here are things to know about this beautiful bred. 1. They Have a Long History of Working With Fishermen The PWD has an ancient history as a working dog and fisherman's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/portuguese-water-dog-facts/
| August 23, 2016
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Household Hazards For Dogs: Beware of These Potentially Poisonous Items
Dogs' inquisitive nature can sometimes get them into serious trouble around your home. They love to sniff, explore, chew, and eat or lick things that seem tasty or smell pleasant — including items that might be toxic to them. That’s why it’s best to keep all potentially toxic products, especially ones you wouldn’t want a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/household-hazards-poisons-for-dogs/
| March 19, 2018
Legislative Alerts
Urgent: Activists Pushing Anti-Breeder Bills in Congress – Call Your Lawmakers TODAY!
This week, animal rights activists are ramping up their efforts to urge Congress to pass laws that could undermine the proper care of dogs, and even create an environment for abuse and unnecessary euthanasia of animals. Your Member of Congress and U.S. Senators to hear from you TODAY! Let them know you are a constituent […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/urgent-activists-pushing-anti-breeder-bills-congress-call-lawmakers-today/
| July 20, 2023
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Top 10 Breeds of the 1980s
The number-one breed of the 1940s, the Cocker Spaniel, enjoyed a renaissance in the 1980s, climbing to the number-one position. The breed was the most popular dog in the nation from 1983 to 1990, giving it the distinction of holding the number-one spot for more years than any other breed to that point (23). After […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-ten-breeds-of-the-1980s/
| February 13, 2015
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Use Clicker Training to Communicate With Your Dog
Dogs repeat behaviors that get them what they want. That's why positive reinforcement dog training focuses on rewarding your dog for the behaviors you want to see. If you give your dog a treat for giving you a paw, for example, your dog will be more likely to give you a paw in the future. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/clicker-training-your-dog-mark-and-reward/
| August 15, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
It’s Summer – Educate Puppy Owners on Water Safety
Summer is here, and many dog owners enjoy taking their dogs along when they go to the lake, the beach, or the pool. Educating your puppy buyers about water safety for their dogs is a good idea, as many people don’t understand that all dogs can’t swim or that there are some serious hazards in […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/summer-educate-puppy-owners-water-safety/
| July 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Starting Puppies in the Exciting Sport of Dock Diving
The world of dog sports has grown rapidly over the past few decades. Training for dog sports can create a great bond between an owner and their dog through improved communication and trust. As a bonus, puppies can learn to channel their excessive energy into something useful, rather than into unwanted behaviors. As a breeder, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/starting-puppies-exciting-sport-dock-diving/
| July 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Advanced Dog Tricks You’ll Love to Show Off
Teaching your dog tricks is a great way to build upon and reinforce his skills. Learn more from AKC's dog training experts.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/advanced-dog-tricks/
| August 3, 2016