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Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
The Best Pet-Related April Fools Pranks
As with every April Fools' Day, the internet was full of jokes, tricks, and pranks on Monday. From Halo Top's edible ice cream face mask to McDonald's milkshake dipping sauce, it seemed like every brand was pulling a prank or debuting a new, fake product. Many brands decided to pull on pet-lovers' heartstrings and feature […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/best-pet-related-april-fools-pranks/
| April 2, 2019
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Expert Advice: Conformation
Allan Unleashed: Engaging Positively with the Public
The recent Westminster Dog Show and the Meet the Breeds event that preceded it gave breeder-exhibitors a grand opportunity to engage with the public and the media. Decades ago, benched shows were the norm, not the exception. Exhibitors settled in for the day, sharing lunch with their competitors and happily talking about their dogs to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/allan-unleashed-engaging-positively-public/
| March 6, 2019
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Dog Star of the Month: Poppy the Athletic Basset Hound
When you think Basset Hound, athleticism might not be the first word the pops into your mind. But Karen Prichard and her Instagram-famous Basset Hound, Poppy, are out to prove all breeds can excel at dog sports. Karen and her husband, Timothy, from Pensacola, Florida, were initially drawn to Basset Hounds because of their personalities. Shortly […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-star-of-month-poppy-athletic-basset-hound/
| March 29, 2019
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Why Register your Purebred Dog with the AKC?
...because you love your dog. The AKC - We're more than champion dogs. We're the dog's champion. Register your purebred dog with the AKC®. It’s fast and easy. Permanently record your name and your dog’s place in breed history. Become part of the nationwide AKC voice championing canine health research, search-and-rescue teams, acceptable care and […]
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| December 19, 2014
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
AKC Pet Insurance Releases Most Common Puppy Insurance Claims of 2017
Responsible breeders work hard to keep their litters safe and happy in the kennel, but puppies are known for their inquisitive natures and ability to find trouble. While choosing the right owner is the first step in ensuring a healthy life, even the best match can't keep all puppies away from unexpected accidents. To help […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-common-puppy-insurance-claims-2017/
| January 9, 2018
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
AKC Insurance 30-Day Certificate: Real Pets, Real Problems, Real Protection
We all know that puppies love to chew, bite and nibble. The hope is that it’s not followed by swallow! Unfortunately, that is exactly what happened with Sir Deacon Zhivago. Deacon, a then 3-month-old German Shepherd, was “very rowdy and adventurous—constantly exploring and curious of anything new,” according to his owner, Chris Schewe of Fort […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-insurance-30-day-certificate-real-pets-real-problems-real-protection/
| October 14, 2016
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
AKC Pet Insurance 30-Day Certificate: Real Pets, Real Problems, Real Protection
In the article “Why You Should Get the AKC Pet Insurance 30-Day Certificate” featured in the July issue, you heard a real-life story that demonstrated just how beneficial sending your puppies home with insurance can be in the event of an emergency. Thankfully, emergency situations are few and far between; but as we all know, […]
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| September 1, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding & Whelping
The Hidden Benefits of Pet Insurance for Breeders
In recent years, pet insurance seems to be taking the pet healthcare industry by storm. Something that was once non-existent has gone from mildly popular to almost commonplace. An increasing number of pet owners are utilizing the benefits of pet insurance, and in turn, veterinarians are seeing more claim forms cross their desks. This increased […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/the-hidden-benefits-of-pet-insurance-for-breeders/
| May 16, 2016
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Expert Advice: Training
These Common Training Mistakes Might Be Causing Your Dog to Disengage
You’ve gone to training classes, read books, and even watched videos. Yet your dog still seems to dislike training with you. This is usually around the time a pet owner will tell her dog trainer that her pup is stubborn, and therefore cannot be trained. However, in situations like this, an owner is often accidentally […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-mistakes/
| August 22, 2018
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
The Importance of Great Nutrition for the Valuable Brood Bitch
Everything a pregnant mother puts into her body has the potential to affect the development of her fetus. This applies to humans as well as our dogs. Remember to review her water, food, nutritional supplements as well as drugs. The only things that should go into a brood bitch before her breeding and during her […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/importance-great-nutrition-valuable-brood-bitch/
| March 26, 2019