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Chairman's Reports
June 2017 Chairman’s Report
Making New Strides in Canine Health Whether our passion lies in the show ring, the field, the whelping box, or any combination thereof, our goal to produce, raise and own healthy purebred dogs is one we all share. With that objective in mind, I would like to tell you about the incredible advancements that we […]
https://www.akc.org/chairmans-reports/june-2017-chairmans-report/
| June 13, 2017
Legislative Alerts
CA Action Alert: AB 485 Scheduled for Committee Hearing June 26 ‘ Start Contacting Members Now!
Assembly Bill 485'which seeks to prohibit pet retailers from selling pets (including dogs, cats and rabbits) unless the animals were obtained from a public animal control agency or shelter, a shelter maintained by a society for the prevention of cruelty to animals, a humane society shelter, or a nonprofit rescue or adoption organization'is scheduled for […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-action-alert-ab-485-scheduled-for-committee-hearing-june-26-start-contacting-members-now/
| June 13, 2017
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
36 Husky Dog Names for Your New Best Friend
With their fluffy coats and striking eyes, Siberian Huskies are always recognizable. Such an iconic dog needs an iconic name. Below are some names that would be perfect for a Husky. Let's start with some names inspired by Alaska, the state where Huskies have been running sleds since the early 1900s: Snowy - If you want something obvious […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/36-husky-dog-names-for-your-new-best-friend/
| June 12, 2017
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Jennifer Young-Hopkins of Y-Farms Kennels
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Jennifer Young-Hopkins of Y-Farms Kennels Each month, the American Kennel Club (AKC) profiles breeders to hear about how they got started, their breeding program, and their experience with AKC Marketplace. We recently spoke with AKC Breeder of Merit Jennifer Young-Hopkins of Y-Farms Kennels in Zachary, La. Here, she answers questions about […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/jennifer-young-hopkins-y-farms-kennels/
| June 9, 2017
Expert Advice: Conformation
Meet Puck: A Predator’s Nightmare and Impressive Young Show Dog
Puck poses for a photo in Wyoming en route to the 2016 Anatolian Shepherd Dog Club of America National Specialty in Pleasanton, Calif. That 6,400 round-mile road trip was the longest time he has been away from home. His Australian breeders named him Puck, since each puppy in his litter carries a moniker for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/meet-puck-impressive-show-dog/
| June 9, 2017
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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Whipworms in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
One of the most common parasites in dogs, whipworms are treatable parasites that can be prevented. Here is what you need to know about whipworms in dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/whipworms-in-dogs/
| June 7, 2017
Expert Advice: Responsible Breeding
The AKC Marketplace Benefits for Breeders of Merit
Did you know that when a puppy buyer searches on AKC Marketplace, Breeders of Merit litter listings are the first ones they see? This is because Breeders of Merit receive special AKC Marketplace benefits. These include: Free litter listings for their qualified breed(s) Priority placement in search results Breed-Specific Breeder of Merit identification Breeder of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/akc-marketplace-benefits-for-breeders-of-merit/
| June 5, 2017
Expert Advice: News
This Young Pug is a Crowd Pleaser — No Matter What the Number(s)
Shari and Kevin Curran have a very busy lifestyle in rural Texas, but somehow a charismatic Pug, named Lionel, has managed to become the centerpiece of their lives. The couple, who live on 80 acres in Canton, Texas, 60 miles east of Dallas, own horses, miniature horses, a pot-bellied pig, alpaca goats, chickens, and, of […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/young-pug-crowd-pleaser/
| May 31, 2017
Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Capture This! How to Put Your Dog’s Cute Behaviors on Cue
When you're training a dog, there are several ways to get him or her to do what you want. The method of capturing a behavior may be a bit time consuming, but sometimes it's the only way to get a very specific behavior. Capturing means marking and rewarding a specific target behavior. There are […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/put-your-dogs-cute-behaviors-on-cue/
| May 31, 2017
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Puppies Like to Roughhouse — Tips for Safe Play Between Humans and Dogs
Just like human children, puppies love to play. But since they don’t have opposable thumbs, they use their mouths for most games. Virtually all puppies play this way. It’s normal, and it is not a sign that your pup will become an aggressive dog. Your puppy does not mean to hurt you when he […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/tips-safe-play-humans-and-dogs/
| May 31, 2017