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Expert Advice: Feature
Gaining Gail Sheehy’s Dog: Passages Through Grief & Friendship
Chollie was a gift meant to ease grief. That’s one of the first things I learned about my friend Gail Sheehy’s Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. After losing her Tibetan Spaniel in 2007 and her husband Clay Felker in 2008, Gail welcomed Chollie into her life at just the right moment. After two sad and lonely […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/gail-sheehy-passages-chollies-story/
| June 14, 2021
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Saint Bernard History: The Original Rescue Dogs of the Italian-Swiss Border
More than 8,000 feet above sea level in the year 1050, snowdrifts would blow as high as 40 feet across a crucial passageway in the Alps. This important path, where pilgrims made their way to Rome, was treacherous to cross due to these conditions. That's when a monk named Bernard of Menthon (later canonized) decided […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/saint-bernard-history-rescue-dogs-swiss/
| May 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
9 Things to Know About Rottweilers
Rottweilers, also known affectionately as Rotties, are one of the most popular dogs in the United States. They are well known to be powerful, protective, and loyal, famous for their instinct for guarding. But Rottweilers are also easily trained, making them loyal, loving, and confident guardians. Here are some things you might not know about […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/9-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-rottweiler/
| May 27, 2021
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Expert Advice: Health
Brain Games for Dogs: When Can a Puzzle Be the Solution?
There’s no debating the power of play in a dog’s life. Beyond building the canine-human bond, it serves as a way to mentally and physically stimulate the dog. (In other words, it tires them out!) What can you do when you can’t be around to entertain your canine pal all day? How can you provide […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/brain-games-dogs-can-puzzle-solution/
| March 20, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Teach Your Dog to Paint
Have you seen the TikTok dog painting challenge where pups use their tongues to paint? Tongue painting with your dog is a fun way to spend some time with them. Plus, the finished paintings make the perfect personalized gifts for your dog's favorite people, such as trainers, groomers, vets, friends, and family. Tongue Painting with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-diy-craft-how-to-teach-your-dog-to-paint/
| April 23, 2021
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Heartworm in Dogs: What You Should Know About the Mosquito-Borne Parasite
Heartworm is a potentially deadly parasite that is transmitted only by mosquitos, which pick up larval heartworms, called microfilaria, circulating in the bloodstream of infected animals. Dogs and other canids, such as fox, wolves, and coyote, are considered the primary heartworm hosts, but these parasites can also affect other mammals, including cats and ferrets. There are treatments […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/heartworm-in-dogs-symptoms-diagnosis-treatment/
| May 14, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
How One Senior Samoyed Filled His Bucket List
What's that? A few white hairs in your dog's muzzle? Come to think of it, your BCF (Best Canine Friend) catches more zzz's than usual, and unlike the puppy years, doesn't fly into a frenzy every time the doorbell rings. Your senior dog is slowing down. Now might be a good time to make a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fill-a-bucket-list-for-your-senior-dog/
| June 21, 2021
Products & Services
VHM Tests Items in Action
Adult Virtual Home Manners Final Video Puppy Virtual Home Manners
https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-family-dog-program/virtual-home-manners/videos-vhm-tests/
| September 21, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Orange Co., FL: Oppose Pet Choice Restrictions and Support Pet Health Protections at Public Hearing Tuesday, 6/22/21
The Orange County, Florida, Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on June 22, 2021, regarding a proposed ordinance to ban the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores. Even if you would not personally source a pet to a pet store, it is critical that your lawmakers understand that pet […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/orange-co-fl-oppose-pet-choice-restrictions-support-pet-health-protections-public-hearing-tuesday-6-22-21/
| June 21, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues – June 2021
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Alabama – HB 235, a bill supported by AKC GR, authorizes food service establishments to allow pet dogs in outdoor restaurant seating areas and sets out access, sanitation, and other requirements. It also specifies that emotional support animals […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-june-2021/
| June 18, 2021