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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Fire Safety Tips That Will Help Protect You and Your Dog
About 40,000 pets die each year in home fires. National Pet Fire Safety Day is the perfect time to put a disaster plan in place if you don't have one already. Dogs frequently take on the role of a smoke alarm when there's a fire, but you shouldn't rely on your canine companion to act […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/tips-help-dog-fire/
| July 15, 2019
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Travel Safely in an RV with a Dog
Road-tripping in an RV is a great way to include your dog in your vacation plans. But, for many people, RV travel is more than a break from the daily grind — it is their daily routine. People of all ages are turning to full-time RV living, and they're bringing their pets along for the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/how-to-travel-safely-in-an-rv-with-a-dog/
| July 12, 2019
Press Releases
AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Days Returns for Its 17th Year: Host an Event!
--Annual Event Educates Public on How to Be Effective Dog Owners-- The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is preparing for the 17th annual AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day (AKC RDO Days). This summer and fall hundreds of clubs and dog organizations around the country will host free events to educate the dog-loving public about the responsibilities […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-responsible-dog-ownership-days-returns-17th-year-host-event/
| July 11, 2019
Pages
Competition and Title Updates Winter 2019
We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles in Agility, Coursing Ability, Rally, Obedience, Tracking and Trick Dog, including the fourth All-American Dog to earn the new AKC Agility Grand Championship, the fifth All American Dog to earn the AKC Champion Tracker title, and another CAX for the […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-title-updates-winter-2019/
| July 2, 2019
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AKC Title Recognition Spring 2019
The AKC works with several non-AKC service and sports organizations to recognize the titles that AKC-registered dogs earn in their programs. This includes the AKC Therapy Dog titling program and the AKC Search & Rescue title program. AKC also recognizes titles of the Barn Hunt Association (BHA); North American Diving Dogs (NADD); and the North […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/akc-title-recognition-spring-2019/
| July 2, 2019
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Expert Advice: Feature
The Saga of Pulaski’s Masterpiece the Poodle, Part 1
In 1960, the Poodle dethroned the Beagle as the AKC’s most registered breed and did it by the most decisive margin yet recorded in history. Its ascension could be largely credited to one 9.5-inch tall, 8-pound grey dog, claimed to have the highest appraisal value of any canine in history. This is the story of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/the-saga-of-masterpiece-part-1/
| June 24, 2019
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Expert Advice: Health
Canine Brucellosis On the Rise
Yes, we have all read about canine brucellosis. That disease has been eliminated from our dogs in the U.S., right? So why are we bringing this topic up again – we are tired of hearing about it by now, aren’t we? Sadly, canine brucellosis is not gone from the U.S. It is not only still here, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/canine-brucellosis-on-the-rise/
| June 22, 2019
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Expert Advice: General Health
What Is Xylitol? The Dangers of Xylitol/Birch Sugar For Dogs
What is xylitol, also called birch sugar? It's found in a lot more than you think, and it's very dangerous for your dog to ingest.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dangers-of-xylitol/
| May 16, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dental Health
Best Dog Toothpaste for Dogs and Puppies
We make a routine out of brushing our teeth every day, but many dog owners don't brush their dogs' teeth at all. Periodontal disease is the most common clinical condition in adult dogs according to the AKC Canine Health Foundation. So, to help prevent illness and keep your dog healthy, it's important to brush your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-toothpaste-gets-job-done/
| May 2, 2019
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues April 2019
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2019 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 10 seeks to provide for the rights and responsibilities of an individual with a […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/state-issues-april-2019/
| April 22, 2019