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Expert Advice: Quizzes
Quiz: Which Halloween Dog Is Your Soulmate?
Happy Halloween! Want to know which Halloween dog is your soulmate? Well we've got the perfect way for you to find out. Pick a puppy, get a Halloween dog soulmate. It's as simple as it sounds. Excited to celebrate the spooky holiday with your pup? Check out our comprehensive guide to dog Halloween costumes so […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/quiz-halloween-dog-soulmate/
| October 19, 2016
Expert Advice: Advanced Training
Games to Exercise Your Dog’s Body and Mind
Recently, a student came to class complaining that she had taken her two-year-old Labrador Retriever for a three-mile run, then left to pick up her son from school, and when she returned home she found that her dog had shredded two couch pillows and was in the middle of chewing the leg off her kitchen […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/games-to-exercise-your-dogs-body-and-mind/
| October 18, 2016
Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
AKC Breeder Spotlight: Nancy Sedlacek of Success Portuguese Water Dogs
Each month the American Kennel Club profiles breeders to hear how they got started, their breeding program, and their experience with AKC Marketplace. We recently spoke with Success Kennel’s Nancy Sedlacek, who breeds Portuguese Water Dogs. Nancy is an AKC Breeder of Merit and her dogs are among the top ranked in the country with […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/breeder-spotlight-nancy-sedlacek/
| October 17, 2016
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Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Crawl Under The Covers?
Why do dogs crawl under the covers? For some dogs, it's a burrowing instinct. For others, it's a fear and anxiety-driven behavior.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/dog-crawl-under-covers/
| October 17, 2016
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
Canine Partners
Emberly Overcomes Fear of Water to Become Dock Master
Emberly CA RATS DM owned by Kathryn Smiley of Kingsport, TN Emberly is a mixed-breed dog also known by Kathryn as “The Very Rare Spotted Dog.” Kathryn first met Emberly as an 8-week-old puppy at Young Williams Animal Shelter in Knoxville, TN, and says “our futures changed forever. With her heart, stamina, and a boundless […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/emberly-overcomes-fear-of-water-to-become-dock-master/
| October 10, 2016
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
The Bouvier des Flandres—From Farm Dog to War Dog to Family Pet
The Bouvier des Flandres (often shortened to Bouvier) is a large and powerful breed from the Herding Group, with a tousled harsh coat. These rugged-looking dogs were first developed for herding and driving cattle in Flanders, an area that used to cover parts of Belgium. The Bouvier is also known as the "Koehond" (cow dog) […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-bouvier-des-flandresfrom-farm-dog-to-war-dog-to-family-pet/
| October 7, 2016
Canine Partners
Shelter Pup Overcomes Illness & Odds to Become 2-Time Agility Champ
MACH PACH Sollars' Dreamboat Annie MXB MJB MXP3 MXPB MJP3 MJPB PAX XF MFP T2BP owned by Karen Sollars of Lafayette, IN Annie was adopted from a local shelter in the summer of 2007, estimated to be about 6 months old. She was a sick puppy with kennel cough and a nasty case of whip […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/shelter-pup-overcomes-illness-odds-to-become-2-time-agility-champ/
| October 5, 2016
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Could Your Spouse Be Wrecking Your Dog’s Training?
Let’s face it: some of our loved ones have, shall we say, challenging personalities that can throw a wrench into the dog-training process. Here’s how to handle some of the top culprits without destroying your relationship and while still effectively training the dog. The Empathizer: They love your dog, identify with his struggles, and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/could-your-spouse-be-wrecking-your-dogs-training/
| October 5, 2016
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Expert Advice: General Health
Obesity in Dogs: What to Know
Obesity in dogs can put your pet at risk for other health conditions. Here's what to know about canine obesity and what to discuss with your vet.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/things-you-should-know-about-dog-obesity/
| October 4, 2016