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Sensory activities that encourage children to combine the sense of touch, sight, sound, taste and smell, help to build children’s cognitive skills. They have long been utilized in early childhood education as a vital activity for learning. The activity below is a fun way to teach young children about being a responsible dog owner and […]
https://www.akc.org/public-education/educator-resources/hands-activities-preschool-3rd-grade/washing-the-dog/
| February 27, 2018
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Michel Berner of Mira Vizslas
Michel Berner, owner of Mira Vizslas, near Fairchild, Wis., moved from Milwaukee to the Eau Claire area a little more than 10 years ago. She is active regionally and nationally and has donated hundreds of hours to various Vizsla clubs, doing everything including serving as an officer and a director, judging hunt tests, editing newsletters, creating web […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-michel-berner/
| February 27, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Newfie Puppies Face Off Against Inanimate Objects
Newfoundlands are one of AKC’s largest breeds. And just as a giant tree grows from a tiny seedling, the large, heavy-coated Newfie begins as a small, teddy bear-like puppy. Newfie enthusiasts warn that the transformation from cute little “teddy bear” to mammoth dog is rapid, so new owners of these big sweeties are encouraged to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/newfie-puppies-against-inanimate-objects/
| February 26, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
Understanding How Your Dog Sees the World Can Make You a Better Trainer
You may have seen deaf dogs responding to the hand signals of their owners, and perhaps, you use hand signals with your own dog. But no doubt, you do a lot of talking to your dog, too. Have you ever wondered which would be easier for him to understand, spoken words or visual cues? What is the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/understanding-your-dog-can-make-you-a-better-trainer/
| February 23, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Can Dogs Predict Earthquakes?
Dogs are more talented than we can imagine, and there's much that they can do that we've yet to discover. But can dogs predict earthquakes?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/can-dogs-predict-earthquakes/
| February 21, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Do Different Types of Dog Sounds Mean?
Dogs are surprisingly good at communicating with people, considering they can't speak. They use body language and vocalization to express their wants, needs, and fears, but sometimes it is hard to figure out what dog sounds actually mean. Some dogs have a wider range of vocalizations than others. Rottweilers "purr," Siberian Huskies"talk," Shiba Inu "scream," and Basenjis "yodel" instead of barking. For […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-sounds-meaning/
| February 21, 2018
Legislative Alerts
Tennessee: Dog Breeder/Seller Bills In Committee Tomorrow, 2/21/18. Contact Committee Asap
AKC Government Relations learned this afternoon that two bills that would require licensure and regulation of dog breeders are on the agenda for the Tennessee House Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee tomorrow, February 21, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. Dog and cat breeders are encouraged to immediately contact committee members to express their concerns. Send emails […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/tennessee-dog-breeder-seller-bills-committee-feb-21-contact-committee-asap/
| February 20, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
From the Cockpit to Dog-Training Class, This Owner-Handler Blends Two Challenging Worlds
Bonnet started as Horton's Novice A dog. The pair competed successfully all the way to a UDX title. The Norwegian Elkhound survived a stroke and was "truly a hero," showing her owner "what was important in life that I did not already know" he says. While he doesn’t have an iconic Superman "S" on his […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/cockpit-to-dog-training-class-owner-handler-blends-two-worlds/
| February 20, 2018
Press Releases
2018 National Championship Judging Panel Now Available
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2018 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 15 and Sunday, December 16, 2018. The 2018 event will showcase the top national and international canine athletes and will also […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2018-national-championship-judging-panel-available/
| February 8, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
Ask Our Trainers: Dealing With Multi-Generations of Canines in Your Household
Joanna B. wrote that her daughter’s 10-month-old Labrador Retriever loves to get in the face of her adult Coton de Tulear, which responds by growling and snapping. The result is that the Lab puppy tries even harder to get close to the Coton. It’s very common for families to bring home a new puppy when […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/ask-our-trainers-dealing-with-puppy-and-older-dog/
| February 6, 2018