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Expert Advice: Alternative Medicine
Drug-Free Pain Relief Options for Dogs You Can Use at Home
If your dog is in pain, you'll likely be looking for ways to help relieve it. Drug-free, at-home pain relief methods are a great way to help ease pain.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/drug-free-pain-relief-dogs/
| September 29, 2023
Legislative Alerts
USDA APHIS Proposed Rule Seeks to Formalize African Swine Fever-Related Dog Import Requirements
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) is proposing new rules to establish requirements regarding the importation of live dogs for resale, whether through retail or wholesale channels or fee-based adoption, from regions where African Swine Fever (ASF) exists or is reasonably believed to exist. The proposed rules […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/usda-aphis-proposed-rule-seeks-formalize-african-swine-fever-related-dog-import-requirements/
| September 28, 2023
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Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Bernese Mountain Dog History: From Working Dogs to Devoted Pets
A sweet, calm nature, and a soft expression with distinctive markings on the coat and face, contribute to the majestic Bernese Mountain Dog's popularity. But this breed is also a hardworking farm dog, dating back in carting and drafting thousands of years.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/bernese-mountain-dog-history/
| September 27, 2023
Legislative Alerts
CA: City of Los Angeles Considering Moratorium on All Breeding and Intact Dog Ownership on Tues. (9/26)
Summary: On Tuesday and Wednesday this week (September 26 and 27), two Los Angeles city committees will consider a proposal that could lead to a suspension of new breeder permits for city residents. Under current city law, breeder permits are required for all breeding in the city, as well as for anyone wishing to own […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-city-los-angeles-considering-moratorium-breeding-intact-dog-ownership-tues-9-26/
| September 25, 2023
Legislative Alerts
MA Action Alert: Oppose Bills Restricting Dog Owners and Kennels by October 3, 2023!
The Massachusetts Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government (JCMRG) has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 1pm to 5pm, and will accept comments until October 3, on multiple animal bills, including two opposed by the American Kennel Club (AKC). TO INCREASE KENNEL SAFETY, AKA “OLLIE’S LAW” In the wake of […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ma-action-alert-oppose-bills-restricting-dog-owners-kennels-october-3-2023/
| September 20, 2023
Press Releases
AKC AGILITY LEAGUE NAMES TOP TEAMS & DOGS IN FIRST NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), a not-for-profit organization, the world’s largest purebred dog registry, and leading advocate for dogs, is excited to announce the winners of the first AKC Agility League Championships. The AKC Agility League is sponsored by Purina Pro Plan, YuMove, and AKC Pet Insurance. The AKC Agility League held its first live […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/akc-agility-league-names-top-teams-dogs-first-national-championship/
| September 19, 2023
Legislative Alerts
CA Update: Ask Governor to Support Two Bill Protecting Dogs and Dog Owners
On Thursday, September 14, California’s 2023 legislative session came to end. Below are two related bills supported by AKC that unanimously passed the Legislature and will enable Californians with pets to access emergency, domestic violence, and homeless shelters across the state. Both bills await action from Gov. Newsom by October 14. Please register your support […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-update-ask-governor-support-two-bill-protecting-dogs-dog-owners/
| September 18, 2023
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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips for Crate Training Your Dog
These 10 tips from the AKC GoodDog! Helpline will make it easy for you to crate train your dog and teach them to love spending time in their crate.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/crate-training/
| September 15, 2023
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Expert Advice: Fitness & Exercise
How Exercise Can Improve Your Dog’s Mental Health and Brain Function
Dog exercise can improve canine mental health. Learn how your getting your dog moving can improve their well-being from the inside out.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-exercise-mental-health/
| September 15, 2023
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Expert Advice: Tricks
Training Your Dog to Jump Through a Hoop
One trick that's surprisingly easy is having your dog jump through a hoop. So how do you teach your dog to get comfortable with and jump through the hoop?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-jump-through-hoop/
| September 12, 2023