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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Boston Terrier History: The Birthplace of the “Roundhead”
Architecture isn’t just about bricks and mortar. In the angle of a gambrel, or the carving over a doorway, we can sometimes glimpse the spirit of an age. But buildings are static things, their importance often eroded over the decades until a preservationist steps up to remind us of their historical significance. In this respect, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/boston-terrier-history-birthplace-roundhead/
| January 28, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeding
Dog Pregnancy: Signs, Care, and Preparing for Puppies
Welcoming a new litter of puppies into the world is very rewarding, but dog pregnancies can be confusing and stressful, as well as time-consuming and costly. If you are considering breeding your dog, there is so much information that you need to know. You should be familiar with your breed's standard and individual breed health test […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/dog-pregnancy-care-prep/
| January 27, 2021
Expert Advice: Training
Why Does My Dog Bark at the Mail Carrier?
Even the most mild-mannered of dogs may turn into a fierce barker with the mail carrier or other delivery workers come around. Here's why.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/why-does-my-dog-bark-at-the-mail-carrier/
| January 20, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Getting Puppy Play Right With Safe Play Sessions
Allowing your puppy to play with other dogs is crucial to socialization, but it must be managed properly. Here's how to provide safe puppy play sessions
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-play-sessions/
| January 20, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
The Importance of Decompression When Bringing Home a New Dog
Every puppy or dog should have ample time to decompress when entering a new home. Here's the importance of dog decompression.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/decompression-bringing-home-a-new-dog/
| January 20, 2021
Expert Advice: Feature
Rare Polish Lowland Sheepdog “Ziggy” Knows Three Languages & More
It's kind of fitting that a dog named "Snowhill’s Zygmund Marley" is a Polski Owczarek Nizinny (PON in the United States) who answers to a name like Ziggy. Chances are, this is a breed (Polish Lowland Sheepdog) many of you have never heard of. In 2019, the breed ranked 173 out of 193 in popularity. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/rare-polish-lowland-sheepdog-ziggy-knows-three-languages/
| January 19, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
Anxiety in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
How do you know if your dog has anxiety? What can you do to treat dog anxiety? We're here to explain everything you need to know.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/treating-dog-anxiety/
| January 15, 2021
Expert Advice: Training
Do Dogs Feel Guilt? The Jury Is Still Out
We debunk the popular dog myth that canine companions feel guilt or know when they've done something naughty. Here's what's really going on.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/do-dogs-feel-guilt/
| January 12, 2021
Expert Advice: Health
COVID-19 Brought Telemedicine Into the Veterinary Office. Is It a Good Thing?
“HOLD STILL!” Telemedicine sounds easy—talk to your vet, never leave your armchair. And sometimes it is. But sometimes it isn’t. Like now. Have you ever tried holding your dog while pulling his lips back to expose his rearmost molars while at the same time trying to aim your cell-phone camera at the tooth in question? […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/virtual-healing-covid-19-brought-telemedicine-veterinary-office-good-thing/
| January 11, 2021
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Cloudy Eyes in Dogs: What to Know
When you see dogs with cloudy eyes, it may be a natural part of the aging process. But cloudy eyes in dogs can also be a symptom of eye problems.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/cloudy-eyes-in-dogs/
| January 9, 2021