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Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Puppy Yoga Is a Real Thing and We’re Ready to Try It ASAP
Have you ever heard of puppy yoga? Unfortunately, it does not require training your canine companion to do downward-facing dog. It's actually just like a normal yoga class — except puppies roam free throughout the room, spreading joy and providing entertainment. (Sounds pretty amazing, right?) Although the pups are sometimes incorporated into simple yoga poses, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-yoga/
| July 31, 2018
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How Do I Stop My Puppy From Biting My Legs and Clothes?
Sabrina M. writes, "I have run into a problem with my puppy that I have not had before. My 11-week-old female is going into attack mode: growling, grabbing clothes, and biting legs. I have tried multiple techniques to stop it. We are currently using timeouts. Do you have any other techniques that might work? We […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/aggressive-puppy-biting-ask-our-trainers/
| August 7, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
Is Cayenne Pepper Safe to Use as a Chewing Deterrent for Dogs?
Joann M. asks, "Is it harmful to make a paste of cayenne pepper and apply it to chair legs as a dog repellent?" We understand that puppy teething can be a challenge. Although cayenne pepper may not be harmful to your puppy if swallowed, it may cause irritation to his eyes if he accidentally rubs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/cayenne-pepper-dog-repellent/
| August 21, 2018
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Health Testing for a Stronger Breed
Whether you're buying for the show ring or to serve as a companion, health screenings are among the key factors potential owners should consider before choosing a puppy. Increasingly, breeders are turning to health testing to ensure they are doing all they can to create strong matches between dogs that result in healthier puppies. The Canine […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/health-testing-for-a-stronger-breed/
| October 9, 2018
![Basenji nursing a litter of puppies.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Basenji-nursing-a-litter-of-puppies-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
Steps to Prevent Pregnancy Problems in Bitches
Experienced breeders understand the importance of ensuring that a bitch is a good candidate for breeding. No pregnancy is the same, thus the importance of evaluating a bitch's physical and nutritional status prior to breeding. It also helps to partner with a veterinarian to guide you through all facets of breeding, pregnancy, and delivery. Veterinarians […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/steps-to-prevent-pregnancy-problems-in-bitches/
| April 30, 2021
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
They All Look Alike! Tips for How to Identify Look-Alike Puppies
How on earth does a breeder distinguish look-alike puppies in a litter? In breeds that are all the same color, or have only slight color variations without unique markings, it can seem impossible. To track puppies’ growth and manage care, it’s critical to be able to tell them apart from each other. AKC asked these Breeders of Merit what they do to keep track of their babies. Oksana Fagenboym, Rocknrolla Poodles On new-born puppies, I […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/look-alike-tips-identifying-look-alike-puppies/
| March 13, 2019
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
Raising Newborn Puppies
Once the anticipation and waiting are over, and your pregnant dog has successfully delivered her new litter of puppies into the world, it is time to roll up your sleeves and dig into the business of caring for your newborn puppies. This care starts even before the puppies are born, but the moment they are, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/raising-newborn-puppies/
| April 18, 2021
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
The Benefits of Taking ‘Pawternity’ Leave
Bringing home a new pet is one of life's most exciting experiences and many Americans appear to agree — 68 percent of households in the United States own a furry companion, according to the American Pet Products Association's National Pet Owners Survey. Recognizing that our pets are important to us, some companies are now offering their […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/the-benefits-of-taking-pawternity-furternity-leave/
| May 13, 2019
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Preparing Your Puppies for Preventative Care
As a breeder, there is a lot of responsibility resting with you to prepare your puppies for their new homes. You’re with them during key periods of life in which their personalities and fears develop. In between keeping them fed, socialized, and happy, many breeders go the extra mile to prepare their puppies for important grooming […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/preparing-puppies-preventative-care/
| July 15, 2019
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Expert Advice: Puppy Health
Common Health Questions from New Puppy Owners
Health is always a key concern for a new puppy owner. Your puppy buyers look to you as a trustworthy source of information when it comes to their new pet and might have questions ranging from puppy-proofing their home to general health. Here are a few common questions puppy buyers might have, as well as some advice that might come in handy for first-time […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/common-health-questions-new-puppy-owners/
| July 15, 2019