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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Tell if Your Dog Isn’t Enjoying Dog Sports
Most dogs enjoy training, but dogs also might like one sport over another. So how do you tell if your dog likes the sport?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/is-your-dog-enjoying-dog-sports/
| August 10, 2023
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
8 Fun Facts about the Brittany
It’s no wonder the Brittany is a bird hunter’s dream companion. Agile, strong, and with a superb nose, they hunt as naturally as they breathe. With their sensitive and affectionate nature, they also make ideal pets for an active owner. Here are eight Brittany facts to know. 1. They Have a Long, Storied History Developed […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/8-fun-facts-about-brittanys/
| March 4, 2021
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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Train a Deaf Dog
You might think a deaf dog is extra challenging to train and own. Although working with them requires a shift in technique, they aren't much more of a commitment than any other dog. You need to teach them basic obedience, just as you would with a dog who can hear, and with a few other […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-train-a-deaf-dog/
| September 13, 2021
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Ways to Spoil Your Dog and Enrich Their Life
We all want to give our dogs the best life possible, from the best food to the most comfortable beds.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/ways-to-spoil-your-dog-and-enrich-their-life/
| August 1, 2023
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Expert Advice: Health
What Responsible Dog Ownership Means, According to a Veterinarian
So, you think you want a dog? Before adding a canine companion to your family, you should give careful thought to what it means to be a responsible dog owner. I know I had to. When I was a little kid, my family was not animal-oriented, but I was obsessed with animals, especially dogs. I […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/responsible-dog-ownership-veterinarian-edition/
| September 3, 2020
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Sports & Events
AKC Agility League Spotlight
The spotlight shines on a unique team of all veteran dogs that hail from Anchorage, Alaska. Relics in Action competes in the Limited Senior division. Seven senior dogs, ranging in age from 10 ½ to nearly 13, comprise the team that runs at Alyeska Canine Trainers, along with six other League teams! Captain Sherri Spangler […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/agility/in-the-zone/akc-agility-league-spotlight-veterans-team-keep-older-dogs-moving/
| July 25, 2023
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere?
We love spending quality time with our dogs. But there may be days when we wonder, “Why does my dog follow me everywhere?” The answer has to do with their animal instinct, pack mentality, and a few other variables. Canine companions that follow their humans everywhere are often referred to as “Velcro dogs” because of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/why-does-my-dog-follow-me-everywhere/
| March 2, 2021
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Expert Advice: Home & Living
Why Does My Dog Bark at Nothing?
Every dog owner has experienced it. You sit down to relax for the evening, when out of the blue, your dog starts to bark. You don't see or hear anything, so is your dog barking at nothing? Are there spirits in the room or does your dog just want to hear their own voice? Although […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/why-does-my-dog-bark-at-nothing/
| April 29, 2021
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Expert Advice: General Health
Why Do Dogs Pant?
If you’ve ever seen your dog panting in the summer, you know it’s because she’s trying to cool down. Or, if you have a breed such as a Pug or Bulldog, you’ve most likely seen your dog pant frequently. This heavy breathing is normal, due to their short snouts. However, there may be other, more […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-dogs-pant/
| May 23, 2021
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Expert Advice: Grooming
Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?
Whether you have an innie or an outie, belly buttons are pretty obvious on humans. But have you ever wondered if dogs have belly buttons, too? Believe it or not, dogs do have belly buttons. They might be covered in fur and almost impossible to find, but they are there. Why do they exist, and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/do-dogs-have-belly-buttons/
| October 31, 2022