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Expert Advice: Fun With Your Dog
Five Ways to Celebrate the Holidays With Your Dog
During the hustle and bustle of the holidays, don't forget to include your dog in the festivities! Here's five tips to celebrate with your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/celebrate-the-holidays-with-your-dog/
| December 14, 2016
Canine Partners
The Road to Orlando: Meet the AKC Agility Invitational Contenders
This is the fourth in a series of profiles on the six top mixed-breed dogs that received the invitations to compete in the 2016 AKC Agility Invitational. The annual event takes place Dec. 17-18 in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National Championships in conformation and the AKC Obedience Classic. Name: MACH8 Feel The […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/the-road-to-orlando-meet-the-akc-agility-invitational-contenders-9/
| December 8, 2016
Expert Advice: Quizzes
Top 10 Baby Name? Or Most Pup-ular Dog Name?
Rover.com recently released their list of top ten dog names for 2016. Since many of these dog names could also work as human names, we decided to have some fun... Take our quiz and see if you can determine if the name given is a top 10 baby name or a most pup-ular dog name. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/top-10-baby-and-dog-names/
| December 8, 2016
Expert Advice: Events
Why You Need To Be at the 2016 AKC National Championship
Conformation, agility, dock diving, and more. If you're a dog lover, you need to be at the 2016 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin. This event is the nexus of all things dog: you'll see and learn everything there is to know about the dog world and leave wanting more. Here's why YOU need to […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/akc-national-championship-2016/
| December 7, 2016
Legislative Alerts
Michigan: Hearing Likely Tomorrow on Bill that Could Regulate All Breeders
A bill is expected to be considered as soon as tomorrow in the Michigan House Appropriations Committee that could result in licensing, inspections, and even requirements on how every person who breeds a dog in Michigan should care for their dogs. AKC thanks those who have taken the time to contact their State Representative, and asks […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/mi-house-appropriations-hearing/
| December 6, 2016
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Expert Advice: News
These Are The Most Popular Dog Names of 2016
Rover.com released their annual list of top dog names this weekend. In addition to seeing the classics remain in the top ten, they also saw an increase in pop culture dog names, dogs named after powerful women, and food names. The top ten names for male dogs are: Max Charlie Buddy Cooper Jack Rocky Bear […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/popular-dog-names-2016/
| December 5, 2016
Expert Advice: Feature
Off the Ice, Dog Agility Gives This Skating Coach a Sharp Focus
Priscilla Hill-Wampler points the way as Teddy clears a hurdle at the Masters Agility at Westminster in New York City. Photo by Kerrin Winter Churchill, Westminster Kennel Club. Priscilla Hill-Wampler’s life has been accented with twists and turns since age two, and she’s comfortable with that. A world-class figure skater and coach for several decades, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/skating-coach-dog-agility/
| December 5, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Plott – a Big Game Hunter From the Smoky Mountains
The Plott is a member of the Hound Group that specializes in hunting big game such as wild boar, mountain lions, and even bear. These courageous and athletic dogs are also excellent raccoon hunters and excel at chasing and treeing these crafty animals. The Plott is a true American breed that was developed in the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/plott-facts/
| December 2, 2016
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Expert Advice: General Health
Doxycycline for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Can dogs take Doxycycline? Here's everything you need to know about what Doxycycline is used for in dogs. Always consult your veterinarian first.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/doxycycline-for-dogs/
| November 30, 2016
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Big Dog, Big City: How to Make House Training Work
The first moment I met my 8-week-old Leonberger puppy, Miss Emily von Alpensee, she took one look at me and peed on the floor. I used that opportunity to open a conversation with the breeder about housetraining. "Oh, it's easy," the breeder said. "Leonbergers get it very quickly. As soon as you see the puppy […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/house-training-in-the-city/
| November 28, 2016