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Expert Advice: Safety
What Is Cute Aggression, and Do I Have It?
Have you ever felt overcome with emotion at the sight of a cute and fuzzy animal? Does seeing a picture of a baby smiling make you want to pinch their...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/what-is-cute-aggression/
| August 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
How to Train Your Dog to Hike With You
To ensure a successful hike with your dog, train your dog with hiking skills like loose leash walking, watch me, leave it, and a reliable recall.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/train-your-dog-to-hike/
| August 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Common Behavior Issues
When Training Falls Apart: Does Your Dog Need to Go Back to School?
It took months of patience and diligence, but you finally have a trained dog. Then one morning, you wake up as usual and take your dog out for their morning walk. After hooking them up to the leash, you head outside. Suddenly you feel the sensation of flying, followed by the sensation of falling, and […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/when-dog-training-falls-apart/
| August 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Training
How to Prevent Burnout in Dog Training
Does your dog seem to get tired when you're training? Some dogs seem like they can train forever without losing enthusiasm but most dogs struggle with...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/prevent-burnout-in-dog-training/
| August 23, 2022
Expert Advice: News
7 Ways to Celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership Month
Here are seven ways to celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership Month this September.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/seven-ways-to-celebrate-responsible-dog-ownership-month/
| August 23, 2022
Expert Advice: How to...
How to Remove Dog Hair From Your Car
If you have a dog, chances are you have a lot of dog hair in your car. Here's how to clean your vehicle to remove excess hair and keep your vehicle clean.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-remove-dog-hair-from-car/
| August 22, 2022
Expert Advice: Basic Training
Tips for Step-By-Step CGC Training at Home
Even if you're taking CGC classes, It's important to work on training with your dog at home. Here are step-by-step instructions to prepare for the CGC test.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/step-step-cgc-training/
| August 20, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Low-Impact Dog Sports That Are Easy on Joints
Canine athletes come in all shapes, sizes, and levels of physical abilities. When people think of dog sports, they often think of the highest energy...
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/low-impact-dog-sports/
| August 19, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Sports
Junior Handler Spotlight: Sarah Trachtenbroit
At 16, Sarah Trachtenbroit is already an active competitor in multiple dog sports. Hailing from Basking Ridge, New Jersey, she participates in Agility, Diving Dogs, and Fast CAT, and shows in the breed ring. Trachtenbroit's dogs include her Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Ruby (registered name Hawks Nest Rain On Me TKA VHMP DS DM […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/junior-handler-spotlight-sarah-trachtenbroit/
| August 19, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Why Does My Dog Sleep On Their Back?
When dogs sleep on their back with their paws in the air, is it healthy for them or not? They choose this odd position for comfort and safety.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-does-my-dog-sleep-on-his-back/
| August 18, 2022