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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Is a German Shepherd Dog Right for You?
Is a German Shepherd Dog right for you? Experts who know the breed will tell you that it all depends. Perhaps a better answer to the question "Which dog is right for you?" lies in a few bigger questions. What do you want in a dog? Where do you plan to take your dog? Gow […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/is-a-german-shepherd-dog-right-for-you/
| January 6, 2021
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Expert Advice: Health
Degenerative Myelopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Canine degenerative myelopathy (also known as DM) is a spinal cord disease. DM can result in gradual paralysis in dogs, starting in the hind legs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/degenerative-myelopathy-in-dogs/
| January 18, 2024
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Teach Your Dog to Ride in the Car: Preventing Anxiety and Motion Sickness
How do you prevent dog anxiety in car rides? Teach your dog to ride in the car calmly and comfortably to make travel easier for both of you.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/teach-dog-ride-car-prevent-anxiety/
| September 16, 2021
Sports & Events
Rally: Get Started
You and your dog are a team. You do almost everything together – take walks, eat, veg out, even sleep together. So think of the fun you’d have showing off what a great team you are at an AKC Rally® event! AKC Rally® is one of the newest AKC sports and participation increases every year. […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/rally/get-started/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Health
Dog Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Dog pneumonia has many causes from viruses to bacteria to inhaled foreign particles. Learn to recognize the signs and treatment options for your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-pneumonia/
| January 11, 2024
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
Ways to Bond With Your New Puppy
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but it also requires a lot of hard work. Learn tips for bonding with your new puppy to set them up for success.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/bond-with-puppy/
| March 8, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
Keeping Your Puppy Fit: Exercise and Fitness Tips for Puppies
Keeping a growing puppy fit can be tricky, but exercise is very important for puppy health. Learn ways to exercise with your puppy and keep them fit.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/keeping-your-puppy-fit/
| April 5, 2021
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Expert Advice: Puppy Information
How Long Can You Leave a Puppy Alone?
You can leave a puppy alone for small amounts of time as they grow and mature, but it takes patience and training for them to learn how and be comfortable.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/leave-puppy-alone/
| August 4, 2021
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
The Southwest Obedience Club of Los Angeles Goes the Distance with AKC FIT DOG
Whether they're going solo or in a group, dog owners are taking part in AKC FIT DOG challenges to keep themselves and their dogs in shape. One such group is members of the Southwest Obedience Club of Los Angeles, who found their love of fitness together — almost by accident.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/akc-fit-dog-southwest-obedience-club-of-los-angeles/
| January 8, 2024
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Should You Choose a Purebred or a Mixed-Breed Dog?
Selecting a dog is an important decision that plays out for families every day. Here's how to know if you should get a purebred or mixed-breed dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/why-you-should-choose-a-purebred-instead-of-a-mix-breed-dog/
| January 5, 2016