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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Puppies Like to Roughhouse — Tips for Safe Play Between Humans and Dogs
Just like human children, puppies love to play. But since they don’t have opposable thumbs, they use their mouths for most games. Virtually all puppies play this way. It’s normal, and it is not a sign that your pup will become an aggressive dog. Your puppy does not mean to hurt you when he […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/tips-safe-play-humans-and-dogs/
| May 31, 2017
Legislative Alerts
TX Urgent Action Alert: Your Opposition Needed to Defeat Harmful Anti-Consumer Choice, Anti-Breeder Bill
Texas House Bill 1818, which seeks to limit most Texas pet stores from selling purpose-bred dogs, has been assigned to the Senate Business and Commerce Committee, which is expected to consider it next Tuesday, May 18th. The American Kennel Club (AKC) and a broad coalition of interest groups strongly oppose HB 1818. With legislative deadlines […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/tx-urgent-action-alert-opposition-needed-defeat-harmful-anti-consumer-choice-anti-breeder-bill/
| May 13, 2021
Legislative Alerts
North Carolina: Burke County to Consider Modified Breeder Regulations on May 18
On Tuesday, May 18, the Burke County Commission will be considering several changes to county laws regarding the breeding, care, and selling of dogs and cats in the county. Those who wish to comment or testify in the meeting are encouraged to do so via the information below (Scroll down for details). Summary and Background: […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/north-carolina-burke-county-consider-modified-breeder-regulations-may-18/
| May 13, 2021
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Expert Advice: Studies
Are We Gender-Stereotyping Our Dogs?
"Female dogs are moodier; males are more playful." "Females are more dog-aggressive; males are more human-aggressive." "Males are more loyal." "Females are sweeter." Everyone, it seems, has an opinion on sex differences in dogs—these are just a few I collected in an informal poll. But is there any truth to these distinctions, or are they […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/are-we-gender-stereotyping-our-dogs/
| May 12, 2021
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
What’s in Your Breeder Kit?
Whether your expectant mom is an experienced dam or a first timer, having puppy milk replacer on hand is essential. Tractor Supply Company’s Esbilac Liquid Puppy Milk Replacer is the simplest, complete, solution for puppies. If your puppies are orphaned or rejected, or simply need supplemental feeding, the Esbilac formula could not be easier to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/whats-breeder-kit/
| May 4, 2021
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2017 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) honored recipients of the AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards at the annual Delegates Meeting Luncheon, in conjunction with the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, Florida. The winners received an engraved silver Revere bowl. A larger Tiffany and Co. bowl, engraved with the names of all recipients past […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/recipients/2017-2/
| October 26, 2016
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2016 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) honored recipients of the AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards at the annual Delegates Meeting Luncheon, in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. The winners received an engraved silver Revere bowl. A larger Tiffany and Co. bowl, engraved with the names of all recipients past and present, will remain on permanent display […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/recipients/2016-2/
| September 30, 2016
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2015 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
The American Kennel Club (AKC®) honored recipients of the AKC® Lifetime Achievement Awards at the annual Delegates Meeting Luncheon, in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. The winners received an engraved silver Revere bowl. A larger Tiffany and Co. bowl, engraved with the names of all recipients past and present, will remain on permanent display […]
https://www.akc.org/about/awards-and-honors/lifetime-achievement/recipients/2015-2/
| November 13, 2018
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Indoor Potty Training for Puppies
There are so many good reasons to teach your puppy to go to the bathroom outside, but that is not always the most practical option. Particularly during the first few months with a young puppy, the constant trips outside during potty training may be too much of a challenge. Elderly or mobility-challenged owners may find […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/indoor-potty-training-for-puppies/
| September 15, 2017
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Do Dogs Have Maternal Instincts? How Dogs Encourage Independence in Puppies
Canine mothers are the first sign of love and protection for newborn puppies. For the first three weeks after the puppies are born, the mother dog gives them her undivided attention and care. “What you’ll see on day one is a mother who doesn’t want to be away from her pups for more than a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/canine-mother-separation-from-puppies/
| May 5, 2021