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Expert Advice: Events
What to Ask at an AKC Meet the Breeds Booth
AKC Meet the Breeds is an excellent way to do first-hand research on different dog breeds. Here's what to ask at each breed booth.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/what-to-ask-at-a-meet-the-breeds-booth/
| January 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: Events
Finding the Right Breed to Fit Your Lifestyle at AKC Meet the Breeds
Finding the right dog match for you from 201 breeds can be daunting. That's one of the best reasons to attend AKC Meet the Breeds!
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/meet-the-breeds-find-right-fit/
| January 24, 2023
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Expert Advice: General Health
OCD in Dogs: Can it Happen?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in the dog world is also known as Canine Compulsive Disorder or CCD. Here are the signs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-dog-behavior/
| October 13, 2020
Sports & Events
AKC Agility League Spotlight: These Bulldogs Do It All
The spotlight shines on two Bulldogs showing the world how athletic this breed can be. Not only do Stella and Lola shine in agility, they jump off docks, swim, chase lures and hunt for rats in Barn Hunt! Both girls run on League teams at Dayton Dog Training Club. Their owner & trainer, Lucy Hayes, […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/akc-agility-league-spotlight-bulldogs-do-it-all/
| December 27, 2023
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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Dog
When you're making your New Year's resolutions, consider your dog's goals, too. Here are five easy ways to make this year wonderful for you and your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/new-years-resolutions-you-and-dog/
| January 8, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
How to Make the Holiday Season Less Stressful for Your Dog
The holidays can be overwhelming for your dog, but they don't have to be! Utilize these tips this holiday season to reduce your dog's stress.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/holiday-tips-and-tricks/
| December 1, 2020
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
13-Year-Old Löwchen ‘Dino’ Competes at AKC Agility Invitational
Meet Dino, a 13.5-year-old Löwchen and one of the oldest agility competitors at this year's AKC Agility Invitational, held in Orlando on December 16-17.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-dino/
| December 11, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
‘Q’ Represents Plott Hounds at the 2023 AKC Agility Invitational
Plott Hound 'Q' is not your average agility competitor. Known for their noses, Q is competing at the AKC Agility Invitational and representing her breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-agility-invitational-q/
| December 8, 2023
Pages
Competition/Titles Update Fall 2023
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog! AGILITY Congratulations to these dogs on earning the Agility Grand Champion title: AGCH MACH3 PACH Resq's Dopamine Rush BN RN MXG PAD MJC PJD […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-fall-2023/
| December 7, 2023
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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Prepare Your Dog for the Holiday Season
Holidays can be stressful for dogs. The following tips will help you prepare your dog so you can both enjoy the coming holiday season.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/prepare-your-dog-for-the-holidays/
| October 27, 2022