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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
What I Have Learned in 45 Years as a Breeder
By Kathy LorentzenBy Kathy Lorentzen Reprinted with permission from Dogs in Review and author Kathy Lorentzen, from the February 2015 issue of Dogs in Review magazine. 1. Start slow. Regardless of how much you think you know, you probably don’t know very much when you are a fledgling breeder. The faster you go, the more […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/what-i-have-learned-in-45-years-as-a-breeder-40215/
| April 3, 2015
Canine Partners
Look Back – First National All-American Winners
In observance of the fifth year anniversary on April 1, 2015, of AKC Canine Partners dogs in competition, we are looking back at some of the first major achievements in the program. The first mixed-breed dog to win at an AKC national competition was the tiny, adorable Tangle (shown on A-Frame in accompanying photo) who […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/look-back-first-national-all-american-winners/
| April 3, 2015
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Expert Advice: Breeding Tips & Best Practices
The New ABCs of Raising a Litter
By Marcia Woodard Our 2013 litter of Basenjis—two boys, two girls—was our first in 17 years, because it took that long for the memory of the hard work involved in whelping and raising a litter to fade, and for the excitement and anticipation to take over. The two girls—Lani and Lili—live large with us. In […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/the-new-abcs-of-having-a-litter/
| April 2, 2015
Expert Advice: Conformation
The Psychology of Winning
By Connie VanacoreIn life there are many examples of the ingredients essential to succeeding at anything, and there are enough books on the topic to fill many libraries. However, there are specific elements that are crucial to success in the dog world, although these may apply elsewhere as well. Every team coach, no matter what […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/the-psychology-of-winning/
| April 1, 2015
Legislative Alerts
TENNESSEE: Amended Dog Breeder Bill Could Give Any Appointee Access to Dog Owners Homes
March 30, 2015 Committees will vote TOMORROW, March 31, 2015, on two bills of grave concern to all dog owners in Tennessee. The committees will vote to accept and approve amendments to House Bill 1142 and Senate Bill 1020. These amendments would delete the current language in the two bills and insert new language that […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/tennessee-amended-dog-breeder-bill-could-give-any-appointee-access-to-dog-owners-homes/
| March 31, 2015
Expert Advice: News
Can You Read Your Dog?
by Sandra MurrayReprinted from: Essential Elements, ShowSight Magazine Any animal that lives within a tightly knit social group of its own kind has a “language.” Given that dogs are by nature pack animals, they have a rather extensive language that they use to communicate among themselves. Their language contains both physical and verbal components which […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/can-you-read-your-dog/
| March 27, 2015
Canine Partners
Meet AKC Utility Dog – Broido’s Samantha
Seven years ago, Jane Broido’s son-in-law presented a fuzzy little puppy to Jane’s daughter as a surprise gift. “However, both found their work schedules didn’t allow the proper time to care for a puppy no matter how cute,” said Broido, a resident of Sands Point, NY. “They asked me to take her and although I was […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/meet-akc-utility-dog-broidos-samantha/
| March 26, 2015
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Expert Advice: Health
Vaccinations for Your Dog: the Upshot
Opinions differ over the necessity of some dog vaccinations and the timeframe for vaccinating your dog. Consult your vet about your dog’s vaccinations. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) made headlines in 2003 when it published its vaccination recommendations. It suggested that a few vaccines are absolutely necessary, but some are only required in unique […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/vaccinations-for-your-dog-the-upshot/
| March 24, 2015
Canine Partners
AKC Utility Dog: Wilbur
AKC Utility Dog (UD), Wonderful Wilbur UD and Sheila O’Brien of Richfield, MN Long-time obedience competitor Sheila O’Brien was looking for a German Shepherd Dog when she spotted a photo of a terrier-mix puppy on PetFinder.com. “He and his brother were from a kill shelter in Missouri. I wasn’t looking for a little dog but […]
https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/akc-utility-dog-wilbur/
| March 23, 2015
Expert Advice: Grooming
How to Clean Dogs Ears & Eyes
Clean Eyes and Ears are Essential to Your Dog’s Health Your dog’s coat is only one part of good grooming hygiene. Eyes and ears require every bit as much attention. It’s a good habit to clean your dog’s eyes with every bath, but you shouldn’t neglect to clean any noticeable discharge from the eyes. Check […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/eyes-and-ears-of-good-grooming/
| March 23, 2015