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Expert Advice: General Health
Antidepressants for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Antidepressants and other behavioral medications are often used to treat anxiety in dogs and can be an important part of a behavior modification program.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/antidepressants-for-dogs/
| September 27, 2022
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Miniature Bull Terrier History: From Tenacious Fighter to Trickster Terrier
The Miniature Bull Terrier packs mirth and mischief into its 10 to 14-inch body. Not to be confused with the Bull Terrier, a separate breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/miniature-bull-terrier-history/
| August 2, 2024
Clubs & Delegates
Delegate Portal
Delegate Handbook Meeting Information and Dates Delegate Committee Meeting Minutes Delegate Meeting Dates Delegate Meeting Information Delegate Meeting Mailings Delegate Meeting Transcripts Delegate Zoom Meetings Additional Meeting Resources Committee Proposal Requesting AKC Actions Delegate Committee Annual Reports Delegate Committee Meeting Rotation Delegate Committee Meeting Schedule Notice September 2021 Delegate Standing Committees Presentations to the Delegate […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/delegates/delegates-portal/
| October 26, 2017
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DNA and the AKC
Order AKC DNA Kit Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center The AKC offers a comprehensive set of voluntary and mandatory programs to ensure the integrity of the AKC registry, and now includes genetic health and traits testing (including coat colors)! AKC DNA + Health, a new, powerful breeder […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/dna/
| November 17, 2017
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Products & Services
AKC Gazette
READ THE CURRENT ISSUE As the official journal of the sport of purebred dogs, the monthly AKC Gazette hasn’t missed an issue since 1889. For those with an abiding interest in exhibiting dogs as a sport, hobby, or profession, the digital Gazette is the AKC’s premium resource—written for, and mostly by, the American dog fancy. […]
https://www.akc.org/products-services/magazines/akc-gazette/
| October 30, 2017
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Expert Advice: Feature
‘Monet’ the Weimaraner Excels as Medical Alert Service Dog and Conformation Champion
Weimaraner 'Monet' isn't just a skilled Conformation dog with a Grand Champion title, among others. She's also a medical alert service dog for her owner.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/conformation-medical-alert-service-dog-monet-weimaraner/
| August 1, 2024
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Expert Advice: Feature
Kori Bevis and ‘Baker’ Leave Lasting Legacy in the Sport of Obedience
Kori Bevis and her Golden Retriever, 'Baker,' have had an incredible obedience career together as a team. Upon Baker's retirement, they made history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/obedience-golden-retriever-baker/
| August 1, 2024
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BOM Insider
Breeder of Merit FAQs [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Prepaid Registrations In Breeder Toolkit"] If you plan to use the prepaid option to register all of the puppies – Do not select the electronic (downloadable) litter kit when you register the litter. That will disable the prepaid option. You are able to send an individual Registration Application for […]
https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/akc-breeder-of-merit-program/inner-circle-newsletter/
| January 9, 2018
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Sports & Events
Pee Wee Special Attraction
To view other Pee Wee photos click here. If you have a Pee Wee photo you would like to share, please send to: juniors@akc.org [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Procedures and Guidelines"] A Club must submit a Special Attractions Form to conduct the Pee Wee Class Special Attraction. The request must be approved by the Event Operations department. The […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/junior-showmanship/pee-wee-special-attraction-guidelines/
| October 26, 2017
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Expert Advice: Health
How to Make a Dog Throw Up
We've all been there. If our dogs eat something that they are not supposed to — a human medication, your other dog's medication, or a toxic food such as chocolate or raisins — and our first thought is, "how do I make my dog throw up?" Vomiting can be a quick way to remove a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-make-a-dog-throw-up/
| May 23, 2019