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Expert Advice: Basic Training
Could Your Dog’s Collar Endanger His Life?
Years ago our Komondors routinely wore the “fur saver” choke collars very popular in our breed. These collars have elongated (thus fewer) links, smooth edges, and do minimal cord damage. One afternoon my husband Alan and I were relaxing on the deck when our Komondor, Eos, began to display what I first thought was a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/collar-dangers/
| May 18, 2015
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Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Keeping a Rabbit and Dog in the Same House?
ASK AKC Dear AKC: I have a pet rabbit in my house and I'm thinking of getting a Beagle puppy. Is there a problem keeping them both in the same house? The puppy would only be loose when someone is home. -- Hound & Hare Dear Hound: Before considering adding a dog to your household […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/rabbits-and-dog-same-house/
| May 18, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
AKC Events For A Neutered Dog
ASK AKC Dear AKC: I will be adopting a Rough Collie and planned on neutering him. I am now debating it and wanted to know what AKC events we can do with a neutered dog. Conformation? Obedience? AKC Rally? Junior Handling? Herding? Thanks for your help. -- Enhancing Exhibitor Experiences Dear Enhancing: Congratulations on getting your […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/akc-events-dog-neutered/
| May 18, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Can My Dog Be AKC Registered?
ASK AKC Dear AKC: I have a question about the possibility of registering my Scottish Terrier with AKC. At the time of purchase I was given an application from another kennel club's registry because the father of the puppy was AKC registered but the mother was not. Does this mean my Scottie can NOT be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/dog-akc-registration/
| May 18, 2015
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Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Best Airlines for Pet Travel
ASK AKC Dear AKC: I am having my new Golden Retriever puppy shipped from Minnesota to Philadelphia at the end of the month. Do you recommend a certain airline to book travel with? Most of the airlines allow pet travel but I want to ensure that my puppy is safe. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/travel/airline-for-pet-travel/
| May 18, 2015
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
How Many Dogs Per Litter?
ASK AKC Dear AKC: How many litters are too many for one dog? I met this lady yesterday who has her female on the 4th litter. Granted, the dog is old enough to have this many litters, but I am curious if there are any noticeable characteristics in a puppy from the 3rd or 4th […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dogs-per-litter/
| May 18, 2015
Expert Advice: Basic Training
How Do Yorkshire Terriers Socialize?
Ask AKC Dear AKC: My question deals with how Yorkshire Terriers socialize. Do "Yorkie" females get along better with other females or with male Yorkies? We have been told varying opinions and need to know, as we are in the process of purchasing another Yorkie and need to pick the correct gender to get […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-do-yorkshire-terriers-socialize/
| May 17, 2015
Expert Advice: General Health
Why Is My Dog Staring at the Wall?
Walking into a room to find your dog staring at the wall is a little disconcerting, to say the least. Is there something in the wall? Is there a ghost? Is your dog sick? This particular odd behavior inspires a lot of questions, but the answers might surprise you. Let’s take a look at some […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-dog-staring-at-wall/
| May 17, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Difference between a Pure White Siberian Husky and an ‘Isabella’ White Husky
ASK AKC Dear AKC: What is the difference between a pure white Siberian husky and an "Isabella" white husky.I have a 1-year-old male who is solid white, but I do notice in bright sunlight there is a very slight yellow coloring in some areas. When he was a pup all his points (nose, lips, eye rims) […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/pure-white-and-isabella-white-difference/
| May 17, 2015
Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Should I Let Our Dog Sleep In Bed With Us?
ASK AKC Dear AKC: My wife and I are having a disagreement about whether to let our new Boston Terrier puppy sleep on the bed with us at night. Is this a good practice or will it create problems for us or the dog down the road? -- Let Sleeping Dogs Lie Dear Sleeping Dogs: […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/should-dog-sleep-in-my-bed/
| May 16, 2015