SORT BY
Clubs & Delegates
Federal Issues November 2019
From Our Nation's Capitol Although neither chamber is in session this week, AKC Government Relations team continues to monitor Congress for issues of interest to dog owners. Visit our 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on “US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills currently being monitored by the AKC. Highlights of […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/federal-issues-november-2019/
| November 25, 2019
![Love between handler and the Italian Greyhound during the Toy Group judging; The 2018 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/2018-ANC-Toy-Group-AKC_0868-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Being Thankful
In the spirit of the holiday season, let’s stop for a moment to acknowledge the joy that the sport of conformation gives us every week of the year, and the people who contribute to that joy. Let’s be thankful for: Judges who are students of their dog breeds, know their standards, smile, and don’t look up […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/being-thankful-for-dog-shows/
| November 25, 2019
![](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cocker-Spaniel-puppy-grabbing-a-childs-pants-with-its-mouth-while-trying-to-play-outdoors.20190811214315502-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
Why Does My Dog Hump? Understanding Dog Humping or Mounting
It's the dog misdeed most likely to turn an owner's face beet red—humping. When your pup gets that gleam in their eye and mounts their pal (or worse, yours), it's tempting to yell, pull the dog away by force, or pray for the ground to open and swallow you. But with a little patience, owners […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-is-my-dog-humping-or-mounting/
| November 21, 2019
Legislative Alerts
Johnson City, TN: Final Vote TOMORROW, 11/21/19, on Overreaching and Problematic Animal Ordinance. Contact Commissioners Today.
The Johnson City Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a third and final vote on Thursday, November 21, 2019 to enact an overreaching new animal ordinance. Proponents of the ordinance state that they will immediately seek to pass this same legislation throughout Washington County. AKC agrees with the city’s intent to protect dogs in […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/johnson-city-tn-final-vote-tomorrow-11-21-19-overreaching-problematic-animal-ordinance-contact-commissioners-today/
| November 20, 2019
![](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/holiday-gifts-for-small-dogs-400x267.png)
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Gift Guide for Small Dogs: Best Holiday Presents
Are you looking for the perfect gift for the small dog on your list? Whether you're buying for a Chihuahua or a Miniature Schnauzer, it can be tough to find a great gift for a dog that seemingly has it all. To help, we created a gift guide full of gift ideas for small dogs. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/holiday-gift-guide-small-dogs/
| November 20, 2019
![357 18" Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Indy's Calling All Angels From Gb UDX2 PUTD OM2 GN VER RN JH SS19243101 6/3/2020 Teresa Czaplinski](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/12153355/061823_NOC_03909-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Conformation
Keeping Your Dog Occupied at Dog Shows
Keeping your dog occupied at dog shows is important, so they can be at their best once in the ring. Learn tips for keeping your dog good to go at dog shows.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/keeping-your-dog-occupied-at-dog-shows/
| November 20, 2019
![](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/AdobeStock_174740556-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: General Health
Should You Always Spay-Neuter Your Dog?
Routine spaying and neutering of dogs is generally accepted, and some doggy daycares and dog parks don't allow intact male dogs or female dogs in heat. In addition, many states require dogs in rescue shelters to be spayed or neutered before they're placed in a home, often at just a few months old. Along with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/should-you-spay-neuter-dogs/
| November 20, 2019
![](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/23112320/Beagle-sitting-in-its-open-crate-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Crate Training Benefits: Why a Crate Is Great for You and Your Dog
Crate training is a vitally important part of bringing a dog of any age into your life and home. It can benefit puppies, adult dogs, and seniors in one way or another. Crate training can give dogs a sense of security and give owners more peace of mind. Breeders and Vets Recommend Crate Training Your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-crate-training-is-great-for-your-dog/
| November 19, 2019
![Close-up of a Beagle eye.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn-origin-etr.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/14093643/Close-up-of-a-Beagle-eye-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Stare At Me?
Dogs spend lots of time staring at us owners, but why do dogs stare so much? Communication, expectation, and understanding are some reasons why dogs stare.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-does-my-dog-stare-at-me/
| November 19, 2019
![](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/untitled_20190623075939-min-400x267.jpg)
Expert Advice: Training
CGC & Me: Dioji the Shiba Inu Is An Awesome Outdoorsdog, Athlete, & Trickster
The SoCal Shiba Before they became a dynamic duo in sunny Santa Monica, Desi Desario and Dioji the Shiba Inu both spent their days in California's sprawling Inland Empire. Dioji had been living with a family in Riverside who didn't quite know what to do with the young, energetic dog. Desario, meanwhile, had recently moved to the Los Angeles area […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/cgc-and-me-dioji-the-socal-shiba-inu/
| November 18, 2019