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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Were Toy Group Dogs Bred to Do?
Toy dogs are more than just small. Learn more about each of the Toy Group breeds and find out what exactly these adorable dogs were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/toy-group-dogs/
| January 25, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Sports
How to Get More Involved in Nose Work
There are many types of nose work for dogs, from scent work to various sports like tracking, earthdog, search and rescue, or barn hunt.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/akc-scent-work-nose-work-activities/
| January 18, 2019
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Canine Genetics for Dog Breeders: Part 3
Read part one and part two of this series. Genetics is a fundamental field of biology that covers the passage of genetic information to successive generations (inheritance). More broadly, genetics covers the study of genes, how they are organized in cells, how they are regulated, and how they interact with each other and the environment. Genetics is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/genetics-101-part-3-of-a-series/
| December 10, 2018
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Early Detection and Risk Management in Newborn Puppies
Breeders – experienced and inexperienced – will benefit from monitoring their newborn pups for the following parameters. These parameters have been modified based on recent research gleaned from Neocare in France. Assessing and monitoring specific numbers can be very helpful in early intervention with newborn pups, and managing these will help prevent loss of these […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/managing-neonate-early-detection/
| December 6, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Sacramento Valley Dog Fanciers Association Shares Story of Successful 2018 Show
So many factors conspire against show-giving clubs that the variables can seem daunting, even up until the playing of The National Anthem. But the satisfaction of hosting a successful event can put all the challenges behind the committee, building optimism for next year’s shows. Finally, the Sacramento Valley Dog Fanciers Association (SVDFA) rediscovered that positive […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/sacramento-valley-dog-fanciers-association-shares-story-successful-2018-show/
| December 5, 2018
Legislative Alerts
Atlanta, GA to Consider Limits on Consumer Choice, Barking Dog Laws on October 23
The City of Atlanta’s Public Safety & Legal Administration Committee is scheduled to vote on an ordinance to on Tuesday, October 23, that would restrict sourcing of animals to pet stores. Instead, they would only be allowed to provide animals from shelters or rescues. Even if you do not personally provide dogs to pet stores, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/atlanta-ga-consider-limits-consumer-choice-barking-dog-laws-october-23/
| October 19, 2018
Legislative Alerts
IN: Noble County to Vote on Breeder Restrictions, Other Animal Control Laws on October 22
Noble County Commissioners are expected to vote on Monday, October 22, on two proposals that would have a direct impact on dog owners who reside or participate in events in the county – including a proposal that would restrict virtually all breeding in the county. If you live in Noble County or participate in dog […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/noble-county-vote-breeder-restrictions-animal-control-laws-october-22/
| October 18, 2018
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Canine Genetics for Dog Breeders: Part 2
This article is the second in a two-part series. Read part one. Genetics is a fundamental field of biology that covers the passage of genetic information to successive generations (inheritance). More broadly, genetics covers the study of genes, how they are organized in cells, how they are regulated, and how they interact with each other […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/genetics-101-part-2-2/
| October 9, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
What Were Hound Group Dogs Bred to Do?
32 AKC recognized breeds make up the hound group. We're taking a closer look at what each of these beauties were bred to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/hound-group-dogs/
| September 8, 2018
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Expert Advice: Health
What’s the Deal With Capnocytophaga, the Dog Bacteria Making Headlines?
Recent news reports from Wisconsin about a rare infection spread by cats and dogs have caused concern among pet owners. Capnocytophaga, as hard to treat as it is to pronounce, is a common bacteria found in our pets. While harmless to cats and dogs, it can cause serious health problems in humans. So, should we […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/capnocytophaga-dog-bacteria/
| August 31, 2018