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Expert Advice: Health
Dog Drooling: When It’s Cause for Concern
Drippy, slobbery, and sloppy, drool is a fact of life for certain dog breeds. In fact, all dogs drool occasionally. Just like barking or chasing squirrels, it’s part of the canine package. But what should you do if there's a large amount of slobber, and how do you know when it’s healthy or if there's […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-dogs-drool/
| May 25, 2021
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Expert Advice: Natural & Whole Foods
Essential Dog Food Ingredients for Healthy Dogs
Paid Advertisement You are what you eat. We understand that to be fit and healthy, we need to eat quality food. The same rule goes for our dogs. Although they may be less discriminating than we are in their choice of what they gobble up, it’s a dog owner’s responsibility to make sure our dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/essential-dog-food-ingredients-for-healthy-dogs/
| March 25, 2022
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Competition/Titles Update Winter 2022
Competition/Titles Update Winter 2022 We have some big news to report about All-Americans succeeding at earning the top titles and honors in Agility, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT Rally, Obedience, Scent Work, Tracking, and Trick Dog. Many dogs are also having success in AKC’s Virtual Titling programs! AGILITY Agility Grand Champion (AGCH) AGCH MACH3 Up&Running A […]
https://www.akc.org/register/information/canine-partners/newsletter/competition-titles-update-winter-2022/
| March 4, 2022
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Newfoundland Breed History: North America’s Water Rescue Dog
The Newfoundland holds a rich and noble place in history. These benevolent giants, best known as working companions and natural swimmers, have an instinctive drive to protect the waterfront and rescue people in distress – particularly those in water. Heroic tales abound of the powerful, bearlike dogs braving icy seas to rescue stranded boaters and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/newfoundland-breed-history-north-americas-water-rescue-dog/
| February 14, 2022
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
How to Know When You’re Ready for Another Dog After Your Dog Dies
Dogs offer an unconditional type of love we don't always experience in our human relationships. When it's time to say goodbye to such an integral part of our families, it can be a traumatic experience. Not everyone respects grieving the loss of a pet the way they would a human family member—there isn't always the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-to-know-when-ready-for-another-dog-after-your-dog-dies/
| December 15, 2021
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Expert Advice: Agility
14-Year-Old Agility Dog Helps Veteran Owner Walk Again
"100 percent permanently and totally disabled." That's how 75-year-old Jack Cotter is classified by the Navy. The veteran served on submarines from 1965-1970 and over the years, he suffered multiple serious injuries. Once, another crew member opened a hatch and the pressure broke the vertebrae in his upper back. In a later accident, he fractured […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/14-year-old-terrier-helps-veteran-owner-walk-again/
| December 1, 2021
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Expert Advice: Breed History
Bouvier des Flandres History: Belgium’s Farm Dog, Germany’s Enemy
Antwerp is the world’s capital for diamonds, exquisite gems strong enough to cut glass. But the region is known for another multifaceted jewel, the Bouvier des Flandres, admired the world over for his striking appearance, tremendous strength, and courage. “Initially we are drawn to the Bouvier by the appearance of rugged hairiness, but what keeps […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/bouvier-des-flandres-history-belgiums-farm-dog-germanys-enemy/
| November 30, 2021
Clubs & Delegates
Regulatory Highlights October 2021
Here are some highlights of state and federal regulatory issues AKC GR recently addressed. Visit AKC’s Regulatory Resource Center for more information on these and other significant regulatory issues addressed by AKC Government Relations. Federal – CDC Temporary Ban on Dog Imports: In June, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a temporary suspension of the importation […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/regulatory-highlights-october-2021/
| October 19, 2021
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Dog Breeds
Beagle
Not only is the Beagle an excellent hunting dog and loyal companion, it is also happy-go-lucky, funny, and—thanks to its pleading expression—cute. They were bred to hunt in packs, so they enjoy company and are generally easygoing.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/beagle/
| November 6, 2017
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Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Reiki Healing for Pets: Is It Possible?
Our pets provide so much happiness, love, retreat, and even peace in our lives. So, when we see our dog, cat, or any other animal friend suffering — be it from anxiety, old age, or illness — we're willing to do anything to provide that comfort and relief to them. Reiki has provided a path […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/reiki-healing-for-pets-is-it-possible/
| October 14, 2021