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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
The Poodle Paradox: History Behind a Haircut
Poodles have been labeled as "elitist" and "overly glamorous" by many who don't understand the breed. Here's the history of the poodle haircut.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/the-poodle-paradox-historical-haircut/
| February 28, 2020
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
The More the Merrier: The Joys & Challenges of Owning Multiple Dogs
When it comes to dogs, more isn't always better. Owning multiple dogs can be great for owners and animals alike, but with it comes certain challenges.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/joys-challenges-of-owning-multiple-dogs/
| February 27, 2020
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AKC Detection Dog Task Force Educational Resources
March 2022 - Click here to Visit AKC's Canine College - The Confident Puppy e-Learning Course! The Confident Puppy course leverages broad expertise from the AKC Detection Dog Task Force and the Patriotic Puppy Program to help dog owners and enthusiasts raise resilient, well-socialized and confident dogs. The course provides a collection of educational resources for individual breeders, […]
https://www.akc.org/akc-detection-dog-task-force/akc-detection-dog-task-force-educational-resources/
| February 26, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
Bernese Mountain Dog Raises 10 Pups From Four Litters – at Once!
She's a Grand Champion in the show ring, but Florin's more impressive title is Super Mom. The gregarious 4-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog, owned by Layal Bouaoun, of St. Louis County, Missouri, is equally comfortable on the streets of Manhattan, as she demonstrated recently while competing in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, or on her […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/bernese-mountain-dog-raises-10-puppies/
| February 26, 2020
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
How to Sell and Show Your House When You’ve Got Dogs
We love our dogs, but that doesn't mean that potential buyers want to see said pets (or any evidence of them) when looking at a home they're thinking of buying. "Pets are either an attractive distraction, so cute they distract prospective buyers from looking at the real estate, or completely the opposite," says Diane Saatchi, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/selling-house-dogs/
| February 25, 2020
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Expert Advice: Weight Management
Obesity in Dogs: A Major Health Threat Hiding in Plain Sight
This Is a Paid Advertisement for The Farmer's Dog There’s a weight problem in America and it isn’t just affecting humans. The most recent statistics classify the majority of dogs in the U.S.—56%—as overweight or obese. While that makes obesity a major health crisis for dogs, it’s a problem that’s often overlooked, as many pet […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/obesity-in-dogs-a-major-health-threat-hiding-in-plain-sight/
| February 24, 2020
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
2020 Tax Tips For Dog Breeders
With tax day looming on April 15, Americans are busy exploring every possible opportunity for deductions on their tax return. But, before you consider deducting dog-related costs as a business expense, two important steps should be taken. First, consult a professional tax advisor to guide you through the U.S. tax code’s tangled thicket of laws, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/2020-tax-tips-for-dog-breeders/
| February 24, 2020
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Do You Need Renter’s Insurance for Your Dog?
Having a dog is great. Renting an apartment with a dog can be another story. When you find a rental apartment or condo that accepts dogs, you will probably have to pay a pet deposit, and if you own a large dog, you might have to introduce your pet to your prospective landlord to show […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/renters-you-may-need-pet-insurance-for-your-four-legged-friend/
| February 24, 2020
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Unspoken Etiquette: Navigating Dog Show Culture
The first step in navigating any culture is learning its etiquette: Never blow your nose at the dinner table in Japan, avoid public displays of affection in Sweden, and expect to encounter close talkers in Spain. A vibrant subculture in its own right, the dog-show world also has unspoken rules of conduct that might not […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/unspoken-etiquette/
| February 24, 2020
Legislative Alerts
Indiana: Ask Committee to Support Consumer Protection Bill with Clarifying Amendment TOMORROW (2/25)
The Indiana House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee is considering a positive bill tomorrow (Tuesday, February 25) that will hold those accountable who sell dogs in Indiana, and also provide protections for Indiana residents buying a dog in the state. Senate Bill 185 includes many provisions, including: Prohibiting the sale of dogs or cats under […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/indiana-ask-committee-support-consumer-protection-bill-clarifying-amendment-tomorrow-2-25/
| February 24, 2020